Diploma in Applied AI & Analytics (N81)
Formerly known as Diploma in Data Science
With every click, like, and share, data is being created and collected. There’s never been a greater demand for data science professionals to help businesses derive insights, drive traffic and boost profits. If you want to make your mark in the big data industry, the Diploma in Applied AI & Analytics (AAA) is the course for you!
Besides benefitting from the expertise of ICT, co-founder of the Data School set up to train data practitioners for industry , you will get to collaborate with leading industry partners such as OCBC and Indorse.
Widen your career options with the Data School, a collaboration between ICT and industry partners such as OCBC and Indorse, offering skills-focused short courses co-designed and co-delivered with industry experts to prepare you for roles in data analysis and data science. Ngee Ann Polytechnic has also signed a Memorandum of Understanding with UOB to equip its employees with the skills and strategies to tap on GenAI to drive enterprise-wide productivity gains and operational efficiency.
Visit https://www.cet.np.edu.sg/signature_programme/data-school/ to find out more.
Receive advanced standing when you apply for related degree programmes at universities both locally and abroad. These include:
You can also look forward to pursuing a specialist diploma in an analytics-related field and other advanced diploma courses at local polytechnics.
Lu'lu Aliesha Binte Samion
Data Science* graduate, Class of 2025
Lu'lu Aliesha is pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Business Analytics at NUS.
*Renamed the Diploma in Applied AI & Analytics
Lim Shi Jie Fionn
Data Science* graduate, Class of 2025
Fionn Lim is pursuing a Bachelor of Science (Honours) with a Major in Data Science and Analytics at NUS.
*Renamed the Diploma in Applied AI & Analytics
Lee Fon Ming Bryant
Data Science* graduate, Class of 2025
Bryant Lee is the recipient of the SAP Prize. He will be pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science at SMU under the SMU Merit Scholarship.
*Renamed the Diploma in Applied AI & Analytics
Akul Arun
Data Science* graduate, Class of 2025
Akul is pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Design and Artificial Intelligence at SUTD.
*Renamed the Diploma in Applied AI & Analytics
Alec Ong
Data Science* graduate, Class of 2024
Alec is a recipient of the Lee Kuan Yew Award, Ngee Ann Polytechnic Outstanding Achievement Award and IMDS Gold Medal & Alteryx Prize. He is currently pursuing a double degree in Information Systems and Business Management with a major in Innovation & Entrepreneurship at SMU.
*Renamed the Diploma in Applied AI & Analytics
Anettejoy Yeo
Data Science* graduate, Class of 2024
Anettejoy is pursuing a Bachelor of Science with Honours in Applied Computing with a specialisation in Fintech at SIT.
*Renamed the Diploma in Applied AI & Analytics
Gwyneth Yeo
Data Science* graduate, Class of 2024
Gwyneth is pursuing a double degree in Accountancy & Data Science and Artificial Intelligence at NTU.
*Renamed the Diploma in Applied AI & Analytics
Pranav Vijitharan
Data Science* graduate, Class of of 2025
Pranav Vijitharan, recipient of the IMDA Gold Medal and Alteryx Prize, graduated with a Diploma with Merit. He is pursuing a Bachelor of Computing in Computer Science with a minor in Mathematics at NUS.
*Renamed the Diploma in Applied AI & Analytics
Tristan Sim Kuan Xue
Data Science* graduate, Class of 2025
Tristan Sim is the recipient of the UOB Silver Medal award. He will be pursuing a degree in Renaissance Engineering under the Renaissance Engineering Programme Scholarship at NTU.
*Renamed the Diploma in Applied AI & Analytics
As Singapore strives to become a global hub for AI development and deployment, demand for professionals who possess skills in areas such as data extraction, data wrangling, machine learning and deep learning techniques will increase. Graduates can look forward to careers in roles such as:
Bryan Lee
Class of 2024
Bryan is the recipient of the SAF Polytechnic Sponsorship (MDES) is currently serving with the Digital and Intelligence Service as Military Expert 4 (ME4) Apprentice. He is pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Business Analytics at SUSS.
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AGGREGATE TYPE ELR2B2-C
To be eligible for consideration, candidates must have the following GCE ‘O’ Level examination (or equivalent) results.
| Subject | 'O' Level Grade |
|---|---|
| English Language | 1-7 |
| Additional Mathematics/Mathematics | 1-6 |
| Any one of the 2nd group of Relevant Subjects for the ELR2B2-C Aggregate Type | 1-6 |
Applicants must also fulfil the aggregate computation requirements for the ELR2B2-C Aggregate Type ( English Language, 2 relevant subjects and 2 other best subjects) listed at www.np.edu.sg/docs/ELR2B2.pdf.
For students with other qualifications, please refer to the NP website for the entry requirements and admissions exercise period.
Candidates with severe vision deficiency may encounter difficulties meeting the course requirements and expectations.
NP to roll out specialisation in generative AI next year
29 Dec 2023 | Lianhe Zaobao
Synopsis: NP is partnering with Amazon Web Services (AWS) to co-develop a specialisation in generative AI. Students in NP’s Data Science course will be able to specialise in either Data Engineering or Generative AI in their second year and get a chance to embark on a one-year internship with AWS. NP and AWS also plan to launch a centre in campus for training and consultancy services. Deputy Principal Mah Wee Beng shared that the course is expected to admit 50 students next year. Other polytechnics are also rolling out similar courses that cover AI and data analytics.
