Data Analytics - Galway

The aim of the course is to provide graduates from a non-computing background with a broad knowledge of computing, with a specialisation in data analytics. The course covers such skills as automating manual spreadsheet-oriented data analysis processes, converting large data sets into actionable information, and creating web-based dashboards for visualising data.



Who should apply?

This programme is suitable for graduates from a non-computing background who wishes to enter into a career in computing, with a specialisation in data analytics.

Modules:

Programming and Scripting

Principles of Data Analytics

Applied Databases

Web Services and Applications

Programming for Data Analytics

Computer Infrastructure

Machine Learning

Applied Statistics

Work Placement or Project

Flexible learning courses are popular, and they fill on a first come, first served basis. There are two major intake periods throughout the academic year, September and January.



For January start courses, applications typically open in October, and for September start courses, applications typically open in February. Closing dates for applications are listed on the individual course webpage.

1 year or 18 months or 2 years full-time/part-time online delivery.

Start Date: January 2026.