Data Star For Graduates
Just Graduated or
Graduating soon?
Launch your Data Science career with
the Data Star program
Be The Next Data Star
Data Star is a training program for graduates that includes 1 to 2 months in-class intensive Data Science enablement training and mentorship with experience Data Scientists.
The curated learning paths are in line with the Data Professionals Skills Framework to support Data and Analytics knowledge development focused in 3 specializations: Data Analyst, Data Engineer, and Junior Data Scientist.
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Learning Paths
We provide participants with the foundation skill sets for each of the knowledge areas. Our courses include lectures and lab sessions, hands-on programming and interactive learning. Each path includes an opportunity for mentorship, project presentation and soft skill development.
Data Analyst (DA)
The objective of the program is to equip the participants with the ability to set-up and run analysis using R, analyse data correctly, communicate and visualise findings well. Participants will also be taught to extract insights and knowledge from data.
Junior Data Scientist (JDS)
The objective of this program is to allow participants to expose the interdisciplinary field of data science. The program teaches participants how to conduct or approximate experiments, analyse data rigorously, develop predictive models and monitor model output.
Data Engineer (DE)
The objective of this program is to enable the participants to understand the importance of data management and to realize the value from an organization's data. The program teaches participants the key skills needed to understand and manage activities through the entire data life-cycle.
Program Advantages
The program provides you with the following;
Mentorship with experienced Data Scientists
Opportunity to be part of a growing industry
Competitive income potential if selected by industry partner
What You Will Get
Data Science Training
One to two months in-class intensive Data Science training with our experienced Data Scientists teaching you hands-on programming and more through interactive lab sessions and lectures.
Industry Placement (Potential)
Potential 3-12 months placement with CADS’ industry partners to put the theory you learned into practice. You’ll even earn an allowance during your placement.
Program Overview
1
Selection
Student selection via assessment
2
Interview*
*Based on the selection process, you will be placed under one of the three specializations.
3
Training
Training at The Center of Applied Data Science
4
Attachment
(Potential)
Potential industry attachment with Industry Partner
Who Should Apply
- Mathematics/Statistics
- Computer Science
- Actuarial Science
- Science
- Engineering
- Economics
*Requires basic knowledge of programming
Testimonials
Data Scientist Track (February 2018 Cohort)
Data Scientist Track (May 2018 Cohort)
Data Analyst Track (May 2018 Cohort)
Application
Submit the form below to start your application process. You will receive an email with links to 2 assessments you need to complete. The next Data Star intake will commence in October 2019. Selected candidate will be contacted for interview.
For any inquiries regarding the Data Star program, please e-mail datastar@thecads.com
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