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Data analytics and science involves deriving meaningful insights from vast datasets to enhance comprehension of the underlying processes, facilitating improved analysis, theoretical exploration, and decision-making. These methodologies are applicable across natural sciences, social sciences, and business sectors. The Higher Diploma in Data Analytics is a specially crafted program developed to meet current industry demands. This interdisciplinary course results from cooperation between the Mathematics & Statistics and Computer Science departments, along with the National Centre for Geocomputation. Its curriculum equips students with the expertise to gather, process, interpret, and present data effectively, enabling them to uncover valuable information, identify statistical trends, validate hypotheses, and assess model implications.
Applicants must have a recognised primary degree which is considered equivalent to Irish university primary degree level. The degree should be at level 8 in any subject with some mathematical content. The course is not suitable for those with a primary degree in Statistics or Computer Science.
IELTS - 6.5 with no less than 6.0 in each band; TOEFL internet-based test iBT: 90 with no less than 21 in writing and at least 19 in all other sections; Pearson Test of English - 63 with no less than 59 for each item in the Communicative Skills section; Duolingo English Test (DET) - 120 with no less than 110 in literacy, conversation, and comprehension subscores and no less than 95 in production. (This lower production subscore applies to non-EU applicants only), Cambridge Proficiency Cert. - 176+ on Cambridge English scale with no less than 169 in each skill and use of English. Proficiency Certificate, Grade C or better (CEFR Level C1 or C2); Cambridge Advanced Cert. - 176+ on Cambridge English scale with no less than 169 in each skill and use of English Advanced Certificate, Grade C or better (CEFR Level C1 or C2); ETAPP - C1 or better (CEFR Level C1 or C2); Oxford Test of English - 140 with no less than 125 in each skill; Trinity College London ISE - ISE III with at least merit in each skill category.