PG Cert Applied Data Science

... United Kingdom
... Birkbeck University of London

Course Overview

Our Postgraduate Certificate in Applied Data Science provides an excellent grounding for applying programming and data science skills in the industry. As well as gaining a broad knowledge of computing, this intensive course allows you to acquire programming and data analysis skills using Python.

You will learn to solve general computational problems, utilizing established algorithms and code libraries to develop simple everyday solutions for data cleansing, data science, and analytics, machine learning, and data visualization. In this applied data science course, you will also have the opportunity to apply your skills and knowledge to a practical work-based project.

Graduates can pursue career paths as information technologists or data analysts.

We offer a comprehensive Careers Service - Birkbeck Futures - your career partner during your time at Birkbeck and beyond. At every stage of your career journey, we empower you to take ownership of your future, helping you to make the connection between your experience, education, and future ambitions.

General Eligibility

A second-class honors degree (2:2) or above in any subject other than computer science. Applicants with less than the required level of academic qualification may be considered if they have significant experience in the IT industry.

Part Time Work Details

n/a

Language Requirement

  • If English is not your first language or you have not previously studied in English, the requirement for this program is the equivalent of an International English Language Testing System (IELTS Academic Test) score of 6.5, with not less than 6.0 in each of the sub-tests.

Programme Information
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Course Category

Data Analytics


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Campus Name

Online


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Course Level

Postgraduate


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Duration

Part-Time, 1 year


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Available Intake

October


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IELTS Score

6.5


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Tuition Fees Range

3460,

6010, (INT)


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