Data Science and Statistics programmes at MU Dr Caroline Brophy Caroline.Brophy@mu.ie

Four new / updated programmes 1. BSc Data Science 2. BSc Science: Data Science in year 1 3. BSc Statistics 4. BA Statistics Updated!

1. BSc Data Science at MU (MH207) Data Science is all about transforming data into knowledge. Data recording is happening at unprecedented levels. What kind of knowledge? How to solve world problems. How to increase profit in your business. How to treat disease.

What is data science? Data ? Knowledge

Transforming data into knowledge Visualise Model Manipulate Knowledge

What skills are needed? Skills in: Statistics Computer Science Mathematics Programming Communication Data Visualise Model Manipulate Knowledge

BSc Data Science at MU (MH207) Year 1 Year 2 Data Science Computer Science Mathematics Plus other Statistics Specialist Data Science modules Industry guest lectures Year 3 Year 4

2. Omnibus Science (MH201): Data Science in year 1

BSc Science at MU (MH201) Year 1 New subject option: Data Science Mathematics Biology Chemistry Computer Science Engineering Science Experimental Physics Mathematical Physics Critical Skills New subject option: Data Science Students learn the basics of how to manipulate, visualise and report on data. Valuable skills for every scientist! In year 2, Data Science students can continue by taking Statistics.

Why choose Maynooth University for your Science degree? This option to take Data Science in year 1 of Science at MU is a unique feature of Science degrees in Ireland. All scientists collect and want to make sense of their data. Having even basics skills in data manipulation, visualisation and reporting will improve employability after graduation.

3. BSc Statistics (Double Honours) (MH201)

Some possible combinations in year 4 BSc Statistics (Double Honours) (MH201) Year 1 Year 2 Data Science Mathematics Plus two others Statistics Plus other Some possible combinations in year 4 Statistics plus: Biology Mathematics Computer Science Year 3 Year 4

4. BA Statistics (Double Honours) (MH101)

BA Statistics (Double Honours) (MH101) Year 1 Year 2 Statistics Mathematical Studies Plus two others Plus other Some possible year 2/3 combinations: Statistics plus: Geography Business Mathematics Economics Music Year 3

Student profile BSc Data Science: proven strong mathematical ability BSc Statistics: wants to combine interest in other science subject with their quantitative ability BA Statistics: wants to combine interest in Arts subject with their quantitative ability Students who aren’t confident in Maths can still be encouraged to have Statistics or Data Science as part of their degree

After graduation BSc Data Science: There is a major shortage of skilled data scientists. A wide range of employment opportunities will be available. BA / BSc Statistics: Many companies want data literate employees, a degree in Statistics demonstrates data literacy. Graduates are in strong demand. Having Statistics or Data Science as part of a degree also strongly enhances employability.

In summary: 1. BSc Data Science 2. BSc Science: Data Science in year 1 New! 1. BSc Data Science 2. BSc Science: Data Science in year 1 3. BSc Statistics 4. BA Statistics Updated!

Thank you for your time. Any questions? Caroline.Brophy@mu.ie Phone: 01 7084641