Data Analytics

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A provisional list of topics is as follows:

* Intro to Data Analytics and Advanced Data Analytics (covering the main statistical and computational techniques)
* Computing modules on: Monte Carlo, R, C, Java, Python and SAS
* Statistics modules: Predictive Analytics, Multivariate Analysis, Time Series, Stochastic models

Students must have obtained a first degree in a numerate subject to standard 2:1. Those without this requirement but with equivalent experience in industry will also be considered on a case by case basis. All applications are considered individually. The Applications Committee will have to assess all the modules taken during an applicants degree and individual results to check suitability English Language Requirements IELTS band: 6.5 TOEFL iBT® test: 100 Technological Requirements UCD Online students are expected to be comfortable with computer basics such as navigating between folders on their computer, connecting to the internet, browsing and interacting with web pages, downloading and uploading files through the web, emails. UCD Online courses are delivered through web-based e-learning environments. Without these basic capabilities a student will struggle to cope with their workload due to the extra time required to become accustomed to the technologies being used

Accreditation

University College Dublin is a recognised awarding body meaning the university has the authority to make awards in accordance with the National Framework of Qualifications. UCD courses are quality assured in that the university has well-established quality assurance procedures and is subject to periodic reviews of effectiveness of quality assurance procedures by Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI). UCD qualifications are recognized both nationally and internationally. In addition, UCD has strong global connections since it is a member of several international networks and collaborations within research and education.

Many UCD Online courses offer a number of qualification points. This means that students may choose to work towards a qualification at another level. This information is provided on the course descriptor pages. For example, The Masters in Science Environmental Sustainability (Negotiated Learning) awards a MSc degree, NFQ Level 9, that requires successful completion of 90 credits. However, the qualification points for this course are listed as:

Certificate 30 credits equivalent to 6 X 5-credit modules

Diploma 60 credits equivalent to 12 X 5-credit modules

MSc Degree 90 credits equivalent to 18 X 5-credit modules

These qualification points allow students the flexibility to work towards a certificate or diploma instead of the MSc degree should that better suit their needs or lifestyle.

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