School of Data Science

Turn data into evidence people can use.

The School of Data Science develops practical capability across analysis, visualisation, Python, SQL and data engineering. The focus is not simply on learning tools. It is on using data carefully enough to answer questions, explain patterns and support better decisions.

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The discipline

Capability you can recognise in the work.

Each School is organised around practical capability areas that learners can apply, explain and improve across its programmes.

01
Data preparationClean, reshape and combine source data with a repeatable process.
02
Analytical reasoningFrame useful questions, examine patterns and interpret results carefully.
03
Visual communicationChoose forms of presentation that make the evidence easier to understand.
04
Reproducible workBuild workflows that can be reviewed, repeated and improved over time.