School of Creative Technologies
Certificate in Data Visualisation
Award Code : DL113S Level 8
| Course Info | Details |
|---|---|
| Duration: | 20wks (1eve/wk) |
| Places: | 25 |
| Awarding body: | IADT |
| Head of department: | Dr Mark Riordan |
| Course co-ordinator: | Mr Cyril Connolly |
About Certificate in Data Visualisation
Special Purpose Award - Level 8 Award (10 credits)
Application: IADT
What is Data Visualisation?
For the purposes of Data Visualisation, processing information involves analysis and communication. Information is analysed to assess the presence of interesting patterns and structures in data while the results of this analysis need to be communicated effectively. This course seeks to improve the efficiency of information processing by offering a visual, practical and hands-on approach to the analysis and communication of data. This facilitates the transformation of data into knowledge.
You will be required to complete two assignments during the year, but there are no written examinations.
The course is suitable for individuals involved in the collection, analysis or interpretation of data, as well as for those responsible for the communication of data to a range of audiences. It is not necessary to have a technical background in data analysis to benefit from this course.
Aims and Objectives
What will I be able to do when I graduate?
This course should broaden the skills of persons working with data in a wide variety of organisations including manufacturing, financial services, market research and the broader public sector.
If you already hold an Honours Degree, or are eligible for an APEL application, you may apply for our MA/MSc in Digital Media or for a suitable research postgraduate position.
If you do not hold an Honours Degree, you may be interested in our undergraduate degrees in Applied Psychology and Computing/Multimedia.
What topics will I study?
- Representing data in one, two and higher dimensions
- Apply best practice principles for the graphical communication of data
- Explore data sets using dynamic and interactive software tools
- History, current trends and emerging themes in data visualisation
What are the entry requirements?
Leaving Certificate Examination or equivalent (NQF Level 5). Applicants without this can also be considered based on their prior experience and learning (APEL).
What are the fees?
€575 in 2011/2012. This fee includes examination and registration charges.
What is the closing date?
Applications must be made to the Admissions Office in IADT.
1st round of applications: 10th May 2012 .
2nd round of applications (if places available): 17th August 2012.
Download application form here or contact our Admissions Office on admissions@iadt.ie / (01) 239 4621
This course should broaden the skills of persons working with data in a wide variety of organisations including manufacturing, financial services, market research and the broader public sector.
Leaving Certificate Examination or equivalent (NQF Level 5). Applicants without this can also be considered based on their prior experience and learning (APEL).
€575 in 2011/2012. This fee includes examination and registration charges.
Applications must be made to the Admissions Office in IADT.
1st round of applications: 10th May 2012 .
2nd round of applications (if places available): 17th August 2012.
Download application form here or contact our Admissions Office on admissions@iadt.ie / (01) 239 4621
