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Bachelor of Science in Data Science
University of Namibia · Windhoek (Main Campus)
About this programme
A three-year degree (33BSDS) combining statistics, computer science, and machine learning to train students in extracting insight from large datasets. Strongest growth area in the regional labour market — Namibian banks, telcos, government statistics agencies, and mining majors all hire data professionals.
Entry requirement
Entry requirement: at least 27 points.
Programme facts
| Qualification | BSc Data Science |
| Institution | University of Namibia |
| Faculty / school | Faculty of Agriculture, Engineering & Natural Sciences → School of Science |
| Duration | 3 years |
| Location | Windhoek (Main Campus) |
| Minimum points | 27 |
| Accreditation | NCHE Accredited |
| Funding / sponsorship | NSFAF Government Funding Available (100% subsidy for NQF 5-8 programmes; subject to means-test thresholds and faculty quota) |
Careers this programme leads to
Data Scientist Data Analyst Machine Learning Engineer Business Intelligence Analyst Statistician Quantitative Analyst Data Engineer Risk Analyst (Banking) Research Analyst Actuarial Analyst
Source
Published by https://www.unam.edu.na/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/2026-Prospectus-School-of-Science.pdf.
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