Start date: March 2025
*UK level 7 comparable to level 9 on Irish national
Post-Graduate Diploma in Artificial Intelligence and Data Science
This Post-Graduate Diploma is designed for students with a degree in non-STEM disciplines (i.e., non-computing subjects) who would like to re-skill or up-skill in pursuit of a career in AI and data science. You’ll develop an understanding of the fundamentals of mathematics, probabilities, AI, data analytics and programming – as well as theoretical background and practical hands-on experience in AI and data science using industry-standard tools.
You’ll also develop a variety of advanced intellectual and transferable skills, and gain practical knowledge that will enable you to establish a career in IT.
Study is part-time and online. Online delivery is supported by an induction day at the beginning of the programme. The informative live webinars (two evenings per week) will aim to develop participants’ ability to apply knowledge and understanding of Offshore Energy. Participants may have to attend interactive group sessions (Saturdays). These sessions facilitate discussion and debate and promote the transference of skills and knowledge into the workplace, with guest lectures contributing to these important workshop sessions.
Advance your career in a wide range of roles, including: Business Analyst, Business Intelligence Developer, (Big) Data engineer/analyst/scientist/architect, Technology consultant, Digital marketing analyst or manager, Applied Artificial Intelligence and Data Science professional, or Software Engineer/Architect.
Programme Modules
Modules include: The Fundamentals of Artificial Intelligence, Software Engineering, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Vision and Machine Learning on Big Data.
How distance learning works
Chevron is committed to the delivery of a high-quality learning experience through blended learning. Our approach combines the flexibility of learning online, with classroom-based support and instruction, drawing on the strengths of each learning space. We have considerable expertise in flexible study and our online interactive learning management system is designed to enable you to study at your own pace.
All materials such as course notes, supplementary reading documentation, online videos, and assignment briefs are contained in folders within each module. You will also have access to our online student community, webinars, and discussion forums to foster communication with our other students to discuss and resolve issues related to your studies.
Online delivery is supported by an induction day at the beginning of the programme and 5 interactive Saturday sessions throughout the course.
Student support
At Chevron College we are committed to the ongoing needs of our students and offer unrivalled support to all our learners:
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- Highly qualified and experienced tutors.
- Online & interactive course content, discussion forum & webinars – study when it suits you.
- Scheduled weekly webinars.
- The opportunity to avail of formative feedback on draft assessments.
- Studies Advisor to assist with study plan and skills, in addition to referencing support. Recommended reading uploaded on online platform.
Entry Requirements
A first- or second-class honours degree or equivalent in any non-Computing subject. We would normally expect students to have mathematical skills equivalent to Mathematics Leaving Cert at Ordinary Level (grade O1-O4).
You may need to provide evidence of your English language ability.
