Data Science
Apprentice - Data Science
British Airways · Northeastern University
Location
London
Salary
£27,611 per year
Duration
4 years
Hours per week
40h
Positions available
1
Level
Level 6 – Degree
Degree awarded
BSc in Data Science
Start date
1 September 2027
Application deadline
19 November 2026
Vacancy reference
12396
Minimum grades
GCSE Maths and English grade 4+ (C or above), 3 A Levels totalling minimum 128 UCAS points (ABB equivalent) with minimum grade B at A Level Maths
About the role
Join British Airways' Data and AI team as an apprentice data scientist. You will work on projects tracking flight revenue against commercial targets and measuring the impact of fare changes. The role involves collating, cleansing and analysing data to produce reports driving strategic decision making across BA. You will study towards a BSc in Data Science with Northeastern University while embedding theoretical knowledge into the workplace.
Requirements
GCSEs in English and Maths at grade 9-4 (A*-C) or equivalent. 3 A Levels totalling a minimum of 128 UCAS points (equivalent to ABB), with a minimum grade of B at A Level Maths or equivalent. A practical thinker with customer focus, good with numbers and able to communicate engagingly with colleagues.
Working week
Full Time
Skills
data analysisdata engineeringdata visualisationanalytical techniquesbusiness knowledgecommunicationproblem-solving
Required qualifications
Essential
GCSE · Maths · Grade 4
Essential
GCSE · English · Grade 4
Essential
A Level · Maths · Grade B
Essential
A Level · Any · Grade ABB (128 UCAS points minimum)
Training & development
Study towards a BSc in Data Science with Northeastern University (NCH). Technical training in data science, data engineering and data visualisation techniques applied to real business projects.
Additional training
Access to Insight Days, one-to-ones, networking opportunities with business leaders. Involvement in sustainability initiatives, community investment programmes, and volunteer opportunities in schools and colleges.
Future prospects
Upon completion, apprentices will hold a BSc in Data Science degree and have practical experience in data analysis, analytics techniques, and strategic business decision-making within the airline industry.
Company benefits
Salary increase after first year if development objectives met. Part of British Airways apprentice network with community engagement opportunities. Heavily discounted flights for apprentice, friends and family with generous annual leave. Involvement in sustainability initiatives and community investment programmes. Access to apprentice and graduate networks. Volunteering opportunities to inspire students and support employment in aviation.
Things to consider
Only one apprenticeship application per candidate accepted. All application sections including online tests must be completed by deadline. Application withdrawn automatically if submission deadlines missed. Multi-stage process includes pre-application task, online assessments, video interview (November), and Assessment Centre (January/February 2027).
About British Airways
British Airways is part of International Airlines Group (IAG) with a fleet of around 570 aircraft flying to more than 250 destinations worldwide. IAG has over 66,000 talented colleagues around the world. BA is committed to excellence, innovation, sustainability and inclusive workplace culture.
Website
www.britishairways.comIf this one works out
This role is in London. If you'd be moving for it, a room in a shared house there typically runs £900–£1,400 a month.