An Applied Multidisciplinary Learning Journey in Data Science

For those studying (Information Technology, Health, Human Rights, Media, Banking and Finance, Business Administration, Law and Education)

It is an intensive training program regarding the manufacturing of digital applications with our local partners. It is done within a digital science program provided by the Continuing Educational Unit in Birzeit University, in partnership with the National Development Research Center in Canada.   

For those who are interested in the program, fill in information here 
Deadline for application submission is 16th of February 2021

    The Training Courses:

    The program consists of two interrelated routes; one is for the Information Technology Major, and the other is for all other majors. It includes the following courses:  

    • Introduction to Data
    • Introduction to Python (for IT)
    • Introduction to Python (for Non-IT)
    • Data Analysis
    • Machine Learning
    • Data Management 
    • Big Data (for IT)
    • Big Data (for Non- IT)

    Conditions of Enrollment for IT Graduates:

    • Good grades or practical experience in (Algorithms & Design)
    • Good grades or practical experience in (Data Structure)
    • Knowledge in software engineering 
    • Knowledge in (Web and Mobile Developments)
    • Prepared to work in groups of people from different educational fields, to execute practical projects
     

    Conditions of Enrollment for other Majors:

    • Deep knowledge or practical experience in his/her major. 
    • Passionate about merging data science with their major or work. 
    • Prepared to work within groups of people from different educational fields, to execute practical projects. Those who are passionate about entrepreneur startup projects are preferred.
    • Able to read and write in English. 

    Registration Details:

    • Expected Start Date: March 2021- August 2021
    • Expected Days for Practical Training: Face to face meetings on Saturdays and one online meeting during the week (in the evening) for a period of six months. It includes practical tasks and intensive self-learning (following the government health procedures’ announcement)
    • Program Fees: Participation fees are covered by the program (every participant must pay 100$, which are returned after the completion of all training program requirements) 
    • For those who are interested in the program, fill in information here 
    • Deadline for application submission is 16th of February 2021