Applied Data Technologies - Letterkenny
This programme aims to help students to understand and bridge the gap in their applied knowledge of the potential of data technologies in the workplace.
| Award Name | Degree - Ordinary Bachelor (Level 7 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Major |
| Awarding Body | Atlantic Technological University |
| NFQ Level | Level 7 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Degree - Ordinary Bachelor (Level 7 NFQ) | Major | Atlantic Technological University | Level 7 NFQ |
Duration
1 year full-time/part-time, online delivery.
Recommended Study Hours per week
The contact hours consist of a 2-hour online lecturer, two evenings per week. There will be additional content that should be reviewed outside of this class time. Assessments on all modules will also require additional work outside of the class contact time. Therefore, it is expected that you will complete independent study in addition to class time.
On-Campus Attendance Requirement: No attendance required.
Entry Requirements
• Successful completion of a Level 6 Higher Certificate in a related discipline/field.
• If you have not completed a related Higher Certificate, an equivalent higher education award and may be considered with relevant experience.
Applicants with other qualifications and with relevant work experience may also be considered through ATU’s Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) process. RPL is a process that may allow you to gain admission to a programme or to receive exemptions/credit from some parts of a programme based on demonstrated learning that you may have achieved through another programme of study or through your work and career. Further information is available through www.atu.ie/recognition-of-prior-learning which is our dedicated RPL portal.
Further information
This programme is offered free to eligible candidates via NW Depth.
Course Overview
North West Digital Employment Pathways Training Hub (NW DEPTH) – is supported by PEACEPLUS, a programme managed by the Special EU Programmes Body (SEUPB) – and is led by Atlantic Technological University in partnership with Ulster University, North West Regional College, and Donegal Education and Training Board via their well-established strategic collaboration, the North West Tertiary Education Cluster (NWTEC).
This programme aims to help students to understand and bridge the gap in their applied knowledge of the potential of data technologies in the workplace. Students are not expected to have a significant computing background and will study topics such as SQL programming, database systems, business intelligence and data analytics and visualisation.
Who Should Apply?
This course is suitable for administrative staff and junior managers in a range of small and medium companies. This course is also targeted at upskilling ICT professionals to help them understand the potential of data technologies in the workplace.
Year 1
Semester 1 Modules:
SQL Programming (M)
Advanced SQL Programming (M)
Database Systems (M)
Semester 2 Modules:
Python Scripting (E)
Project Management (E)
Business Intelligence (E)
Data Analytics and Visualisation (E)
Placement (M)
M = Mandatory, E = Elective.
100% continuous assessment.
Department of Computing
E: computing.donegal@atu.ie