Professional Diploma in Data Science
No. of Modules: 3
Study that fits your schedule
Total Course Fee per year is £1,990.00
Subscription Fee: Monthly Direct Debit Payment Plan: £300 upfront fee and £300 x 7 months (Starting from Month 1 to Month 7 inclusive).
Introduction
The skills of a data scientist are in high demand. With more and more businesses relying on modern technology, the need for those with an understanding of data science is increasing significantly. This Professional diploma in Data Science has been developed to teach you the skills required secure your position within the growing industry.
This professional diploma level course is designed to elevate your skills and increase your capabilities. You will study, through our live online lectures, the art of data science, and the processes behind being a data scientist. You will be able to apply statistic and computer science to data analytics. Additionally, you will know how to use a wide range of tools to both prepare and extract data. Further to this you’ll learn how to write data automation programmes, explain results and your findings and extract insights from big data through a variety of techniques.
Data Science at the College of Contract Management
With this industry being so in demand, as a college, we want to help you nurture your skills to grant you access to such a lucrative opportunity. We have handpicked lecturers that boast extensive experience to deliver our high-quality lectures. In addition to the skills you will learn, we also focus on teaching you how to apply these skills in a practical setting. In order to give you the opportunity to apply what you have learnt; our modules include case studies and practical examples.
All of our lectures are delivered live online. We use screen-share technology and use opportunities for discussions and questions to foster a social online learning experience. In addition to our lectures being hosted online, we also host them outside of standard working hours. If you are looking to level up your career, this course gives you the opportunity to do so, without disrupting your current situation.
Key Benefits
Key Benefits
- Courses delivered live online
- Innovative course delivery methods
- Expert lecturers with industry experience
- Practical example and case studies to help develop a further understanding
- Flexible study to suit your existing schedule
- Your own profile on our student portal, Moodle
- Gain an extensive understanding of the role and the industry through detailed online lectures
Course Content
Course Content
Module One
Introduction to Data Science and AI
- Understand the historical context of data science and artificial intelligence
- Differentiate between data science and artificial intelligence
- Recognise data types and structures
- Appreciate real world applications
- Identify key tools and technologies
- Acknowledge industry barriers
Module Two
Data Management and Preprocessing
- Understand various data acquisition techniques
- Master data cleaning and preprocessing techniques
- Grasp the art of feature engineering
- Understand data transformation techniques
- Master data visualisation and Exploratory Data Analysis (EDA)
- Data governance
Module Three
Practical Data Science
- Be able to analyse a dataset and identify the issues in using it when solving a chosen programme
- Select the appropriate model for a problem based on the dataset properties
- Produce a working demonstration of a chosen model
Entry Requirements
Entry Requirements
The content of this course is aimed towards those who already have a primary understanding of working in the AI and Machine Learning industry. To study this course you will we required to submit evidence of a history of either working in the industry or attending courses with a level of relevance. This course has been designed to help elevate and further existing knowledge, so is not suitable for those with no experience.
If you have any questions regarding your experience, the College if Contract Management team are on hand to help answer any questions you may have. Our team is available on livechat from Monday to Friday, or you can email us any time on enquiries@theccm.co.uk. If you would prefer to message us on livechat but are unable to reach out during the week, leave a message and we will get back to you.
Course Delivery
Course Delivery
The Studying Process
In order to make our courses as accessible as possible, all of our courses are hosted via live online lectures. We believe that high quality education and certification should be available for all. With this in mind, we use innovate screenshare technology for seamless online lecture delivery. Within lectures you will also go through numerous case studies and practical examples, enhancing your understanding of the application of what you have learnt within the working environment. In addition to this, our lecturers are keen to create a social learning setting so welcome questions and discussion within lectures.
We understand that studying for a professional qualification whilst working can be very stressful. Therefore, we offer a flexible learning schedule. Our courses are offered outside of the standard working hours. In order to be as accommodating as possible, our lectures are hosted on the weekends. All courses can be access via our student portal, Moodle. Upon enrolling you will be given access to your very own Moodle profile. From here you will be able to access live lectures, lecture recordings, course material as well as your student inbox. The student inbox grants you access to message your peers as well as your lecturers and course administrators.
The Assessment Process
After each module, you will be required to complete an assignment. All assignments are both accessed and submitted via your student Moodle profile. Completing assignments enables our lectures to understand what you have learnt and how they support you further.
Period of Study
Period of Study
This Professional Diploma in Data Science is delivered through 3 modules and can be completed in 7 months.
Fee
Fee
The total course fee is £1,990.00
You have the option of using our monthly payment plan.
Monthly Direct Debit Payment Plan: £300 upfront fee and £300 x 7 months (starting from Month 1 to Month 7 inclusive).
However, paying in full offers a discounted fee in comparison to the monthly payment plan.
