UG Prospectus 2025

108 WhyDCU? − This coursewill equip youwith the skills to deal with the challenges that large bodies of data present and how to help others understand it − DCU is home to some of the greatest computingminds in the field, hosts the largest ICT research centres in Ireland, and state-of-the-art lecture theatres and labs − The Faculty of Engineering and Computing educates a diverse student community, has strong industry links and a range of exciting scholarship opportunities − 9month paidwork placement (INTRA) in Year 3 − In Year 4, youwill put into practice the skills and knowledge you have gained during the course, and create a robust final year project which youwill showcase to industry at a student event About You Fancy a career that combines problem- solving, investigation and storytelling? Are you seeking a versatile career that can grant access to various industries? From retail and sports science to journalismand fintech, data scientists are increasingly at the heart of business and government. If you likemaths, creative problem solving and collaborativework, data science could really appeal to you. Additional Requirements In addition to the general entry requirements for admission to theUniversity (see page 174), the following entry requirements apply: minimumof H3 inMathematics. Understanding: Data Science The course, which is the first of its kind in Ireland, is aimed at the study of information, where it comes from, what it tells us and how to turn it into a resource for business, government and social strategies. Decisionmaking based on data collection, processing, analysis and communication has become a huge part of daily life involving crucial choices such as financial investments to government strategy to leisurely decisions like recommending amovie or choosing the best sportsperson to join your team. DCU is the perfect place to study this course due to our strong reputation in computing, engineering, business and mathematics. Our focus on innovation and applied problemsolvingmeans that we are always looking for ways tomake a difference in theworld. By studying with us, youwill gain the skills needed to fill the ICT skills gap andmeet employer demands both at home and abroad. Course Structure Data Science combines the 3 key skill sets of computing, mathematics and enterprise to provide the core knowledge needed to succeed in this growing area. The coursewill introduce you to themajor concepts in data analytics, management, processing, modelling, visualisation and enterprise. Youwill learn to program, to studymathematics and learn to apply these skills to data from the real world, and then communicate the results to different audiences. This course has been developed in close collaboration between the University, global centres of research excellence (Insight, ADAPT), and major industry players such as Accenture, Intel and Fidelity. In Year 1, youwill learn programming from first principles using Python and R. You will also study foundational mathematics for data sciencewhich includes calculus, probability, and linear maths. Furthermore, youwill gain knowledge of databases and computer structures. As you progress to Year 2, youwill build on your programming skills in both Python and Java. Additionally, youwill delve deeper into advancedmathematical concepts such as statistics and calculus. Furthermore, this year’s curriculumwill introduce topics related to data centres. In Year 3, youwill focus on data science specific topics inmachine learning operations, ethics and research skills, information retrieval, graph databases and a practical project. You then have the opportunity to acquire invaluable experience by undertaking a 9month paid work placement (INTRA) in Year 3 this is usually with a business in Ireland but there are also opportunities towork abroad. Year 4 focuses on the latest technologies and cutting-edge advancements in areas such asmachine learning, natural language processing, scalable systems, computational modelling, fintech, sports science, multimedia, etc. Additionally, students have the freedom to explore their own concepts throughout a year- long project. This year-long project will be showcased in an annual event known as the Final Year Projects Expo. This event is a chance to present your skills acquired during your studies to industry professionals who are interested in employingDCUgraduates. INTRAWork Placement In Year 3, youwill have the opportunity to undertake a 9months paidwork placement (INTRA). This work placement will give you a unique opportunity to enhance your CV, increasing your employability. The INTRAprogramme integrates academic study with closely related jobs, giving you an understanding of the professional and practical business world andwill BSc inData Science Join the data revolution and be a part of changing theworld