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Summary

Data Science combines technical, analytical and communication skills

You can work in a variety of industries ranging from e-commerce to fossil fuel and construction

What is the one thing that connects technologies like artificial intelligence (AI), Internet of Things (IoT), big data, blockchain and quantum computing? Its data, something that all industries need to grow their businesses and ensure better products and services.

But just acquiring data isnt much help. Data needs to be turned into information that one can use, and thats where Data Science comes in.

What is Data Science

Data Science analyses data to gather insights by using various tools, algorithms, processes and systems. Both structured and unstructured data are converted into information that can be used in a wide range of areas.

The three main pillars of Data Science are mathematics, statistics and computer science.

Why study Data Science

Skills needed in Data Science

To excel in the field of Data Science, a combination of technical, analytical and communication skills is needed.

Studying Data Science

If you have Physics, Chemistry and Maths in Class XI-XII, you can keep Data Science as a career option.

After a bachelors degree in a related field such as Statistics, Computer Science, Information Technology or Maths, you can go for a specialisation in Data Science.

Going for a BSc in Data Science is another option, though only a few institutes offer this course currently.

BSc in Data Science

This 3-year course combines programming knowledge, maths expertise and an introduction to business communication through data.

Eligibility Criteria:

Institutes offering BSc in Data Science:

IIT Madras runs two online courses on Data Science:

You can check it out here.

Allied bachelors degree: Some universities are developing one-of-a-kind courses that combine data with other fields where it can be applied.

Career opportunities in Data Science

Since Data Science comprises programming, product development, analysis and statistics, a variety of jobs are available. Those from engineering, business and management backgrounds are also needed to play key roles in this field.

Last updated on 24 Oct 2021

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