Computing in Big Data Analytics and Artificial Intelligence

Postgraduate Diploma in Science

Course Details

Course Code	LY_IDAAI_G
Level	9
Duration	1 year
Credits	60
Method of Delivery	Online
Campus Locations	Donegal – Letterkenny
Mode of Delivery	Part Time

How to Apply

Course Overview

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This programme focuses on the processes involved in examining and interpreting large amounts of data of a variety of types to uncover hidden patterns, unknown correlations and other useful information and then enabling computer systems to make independent decisions.

From banking and financial services to retail and healthcare the opportunities in big data analytics and artificial intelligence are expanding all the time, and this course provides you with excellent qualifications to make the most of the ever increasing opportunities.

After all, your skills can provide competitive advantage for businesses including more effective marketing and increased revenue which is why more and more companies have moved into the field, harnessing talents such as yours to exploit the huge volumes of data now available and the ability of computers to utilise that data to make informed decisions.

The opportunities for successful graduates exist in companies in the areas of healthcare, banking, financial services, energy services, manufacturing, retail, transport and communications. Roles typically include becoming data analysts, researchers, information managers, project managers, solutions specialists and systems architects.

Recommended Study Hours per week

Contact hours consist of a 2 hour online lecture, two evenings per week.

Examination and Assessment

100% continuous assessment.

On-Campus Attendance Requirement

No attendance required.
Note: Check programme Examination and Assessment requirements, as they may involve examinations to be taken on campus.

Progression

ATU also offers a Master of Science in Computing in Big Data Analytics and Artificial Intelligence.

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Entry Requirements

A level-8 qualification in Computing.

A level-7 qualification in a Computing with 3 years appropriate work-experience.

Applicants who do not hold these qualifications may also apply on the basis of Recognised Prior Learning which includes a combination of education, training and work experience. Recognition of Prior Learning will be considered in accordance with the Quality Assurance of ATU Donegal.

Fees

Total Fees EU: €4200

Through Springboard+ funding, employed candidates only pay €670 to study this course. For unemployed candidates, the course tuition fee is free, with 100% of the fee funded by Springboard+.

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Careers

Graduate careers typically include roles such as AI Data Analyst, AI Engineer, Business Intelligence Analyst, Computer Vision Engineer, Data Analyst, Data Analytics Consultant, Data Engineer, Data Scientist, and Machine Learning Engineer.

The main employers are companies in business and computing, construction, finance, healthcare providers, logistics, retail, and supply chain management.

Further Information

Who Should Apply?

This programme may be suitable for professionals or graduates with a background in computing who are interested in pursuing a career in the rapidly growing field of data science, with a focus on utilizing big data analytics and AI to extract insights and drive business decisions.