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Overview
Employers increasingly require data-literate professionals, making this Digital and Data Innovation qualification at Edinburgh College a valuable addition to your career.
This course equips you with practical skills using industry-standard tools such as Excel and Power BI, enabling you to work with data across sectors including Engineering, Health and Social Care, Marketing, Software Development, Cybersecurity, Finance, and Retail.
Career options
This qualification supports entry or progression into roles such as:- Data Analyst
- Business Analyst
- Junior Data Scientist
- Data-driven professional roles across industries
Programme Structure
In this course you will:- Understand the data analysis process
- Extract, transform, and analyse datasets
- Apply basic statistical methods such as correlation
- Use data tools to support decision-making
- Design and create effective data visualisations
- Interpret charts, dashboards, and reports
- Select appropriate visualisations for different datasets
- Communicate insights clearly and accurately
- Recognise AI in everyday contexts
- Understand how AI systems work at a conceptual level
- Use AI tools critically and purposefully
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 7 months
- Part-time
- 7 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApply anytime.
Language
English
IELTS 6.5
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Delivered
On Campus, Online
Campus Location
- Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Disciplines
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Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
IELTS 6.5
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Admission to your dream university starts with a high IELTS or PTE score. Earn your target score with E2's guided test preparation.
- Study on your own schedule
- Live classes with current and ex-examiners
- Accurate score assesment, always
- E2 Score Guarantee - Get your score or your money back!
Other requirements
General requirements
- Comfortable using Microsoft Office, particularly spreadsheet packages.
- One Higher or another SCQF level 6 qualification, or relevant experience.
- The course is accessible to individuals with diverse qualifications and work/life experiences.
- Completion of a personal statement at the application stage.
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents500 GBP / full≈ 500 GBP / full -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents500 GBP / full≈ 500 GBP / full
Living costs
Edinburgh
United Kingdom
725 - 1167 GBP / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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