1. Data Science and Statistics programmes at MU
Dr Caroline Brophy

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

3. 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.

4. What is data science?
Data ?
Knowledge

6. Transforming data into knowledge
Visualise
Model
Manipulate
Knowledge

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

8. 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

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

10. 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.

11. 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.

12. 3. BSc Statistics (Double Honours) (MH201)

13. 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

14. 4. BA Statistics (Double Honours) (MH101)

15. 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

16. 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

17. 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.

18. 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!

19. Thank you for your time. Any questions? Caroline.Brophy@mu.ie
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