Course Summary
This course is designed to reskill and upskill graduates to prepare them to take up the increasing opportunities to work as data analysts, who are in demand across multiple sectors, including Financial, Government, Manufacturing, Food, Health and Media.
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Career Sectors
This course prepares you for working in the Career Sectors below. Follow the links to get a fuller understanding of the sectors you are preparing for.
Entry Requirements
The programme is in line with the University Policy for Recognition of Prior Learning in that it recognises prior academic qualifications. The aim of this initiative is to provide graduates with the opportunity to acquire qualifications for employment in the data analytics field. RPL applications are also welcome and can be completed by contacting the Programme Director.
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
The programme is in line with the University Policy for Recognition of Prior Learning in that it recognises prior academic qualifications. The aim of this initiative is to provide graduates with the opportunity to acquire qualifications for employment in the data analytics field. RPL applications are also welcome and can be completed by contacting the Programme Director.
Application Details
Closing Date
No set closing date. Offers made on a continuous basis.
Apply now via Springboard.
If you have questions regarding eligibility or how to apply for this course, please contact the course director.
A small number of places may be made available for fee-paying students who are not eligible for HCI funding. Please contact the course director if you wish discuss this, or you may apply via the "Apply Now" at https://www.universityofgalway.ie/courses/how-to-apply/
Next start date September 2024
Fees
Fees: Tuition €6,360 p.a.2024/25
Fees: Student levy €140 p.a. 2024/25
Fees: Non EU €22,500 p.a. (€22,640 including levy) 2024/25
For Students Eligible for HCI Pilar Funding: There are no tuition fees for DEASP customers or returners but any subsequent costs such as travel, and course materials must be borne by the participant
*A 10% course fee contribution (€650) for graduate conversion courses is applicable for employed participants and recent graduates.
The formerly self-employed not in receipt of a DEASP payment must also pay 10%. This is payable directly to the provider.
For further details see https://springboardcourses.ie/faq.
This programme is funded by the Higher Education Authority Human Capital Initiative, Pillar 1*, Graduate Conversion initiative. For applications who are in employment the HEA will fund 90% of the course fee, with the balance to be provided by the application or her/his employer. Recent graduates will also pay 10% of the cost of the course. Apply now, for funded positions, via Springboard.
Applications can also be made (non-funded positions) through the University of Galway Postgraduate Admissions page at https://nuigalway.elluciancrmrecruit.com/Apply/Account/Login
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Career Interests
This course is typically suited for people with the following Career Interests. If these interests do not describe you, this course may prepare you for work you may not find satisfying.
Investigative
The Investigative person will usually find a particular area of science to be of interest. They are inclined toward intellectual and analytical activities and enjoy observation and theory. They may prefer thought to action, and enjoy the challenge of solving problems with sophiscticated technology. These types prefer mentally stimulating environments and often pay close attention to developments in their chosen field.
Career Progression
The Postgraduate Diploma in Data Analytics responds to a strong and growing demand for graduates with skills in data analysis across all industry sectors. Every industry has seen a huge growth in the amount of data which they generate and collect, which represents a very valuable resource for companies. Demand for workers with specialist data skills like data scientists and data engineers has increased dramatically over the past five years according to recent surveys. Roles that will be suitable for graduates of this programme include:
Data Analysts
Data Visualisation Specialists
Data Engineers
Data Scientists
Business Analytics Specialist
Business Intelligence Developer