Data Science is one of the most important and versatile fields in our data-driven world. Modern technology has given us access to huge amounts of data, and with this has come the ability to extract useful information and use it in ways that were previously impossible. This applies to almost any industry, whether you're interested in global health, business, public policy, or tech.
Example project you may work on
Your client is a youth employment accelerator - an innovative social enterprise which works on one of South Africa's most pressing problems. This non-profit organisation produces a lot of data but limited resources means that most of this data goes unused. Working in groups, your task is to clean the data, and then apply the techniques you’ve learnt in class to produce models to help identify people who are more likely to be working and the factors affecting this 'success'.
The technical barriers to doing data science are becoming smaller and smaller every year. You no longer need access to a supercomputer and a graduate degree in computer science – you can learn how to build cutting edge neural networks in a 20-minute medium tutorial. What’s really going to distinguish data scientists over the next 10 years is the ability to communicate effectively and affect change through their analysis.
iX Winter is an intensive learning experience designed to help you make the most of your winter break.
For the first week, you'll focus primarily on picking up new industry-relevant skills at a rapid pace. The second week, following a weekend break, will focus primarily on a social impact project that you can add to your resume and discuss in job interviews.
Unlike many other online programs, you'll have support from your teachers and teaching assistants throughout the day so you're never stuck on a problem for too long.
"iXperience was a one-of-a-kind learning immersion. I gained experience and knowledge in ways I never had before. I can now say that I have incredible new skills and have used what I learned to make an impact at a startup company in Cape Town."
An unbelievable starting point and foundation with great resources and networks. This program allows you to learn and apply a new skill at a fast rate while having exposure to a new culture, giving you a real life experience.
The Data Science course does exactly what it's supposed to do. It's fast, very practical, and very geared towards how Data Science works in the real world. It's an experience designed not to dip your toes in the water, but to throw you right in. The class is fast and the lifestyle is a huge adjustment, but I wouldn't have it any other way. It’s the coolest learning experience I've ever had.
Thanks to our professor and TA, whose data science expertise was matched both by pedagogical ability and engagement, my classmates and I have not only strengthened our coding skills, but earned a contextual understanding of how big data analysis can inform the guidance of major systems and reveal otherwise overlooked patterns.
I've honestly learned more in these few weeks than I have in three months of many of my college courses. It's been an honor and a privilege to work with someone as knowledgeable as our teacher, Andrew. I woke up every day interested in what we were learning next.
I wish every class I'm taking in college followed the hands-on approach this program took with my Data Science course. The integration of projects and classes really helped me get a handle of the concepts to hit the ground running. The remote program also went a long way towards making me comfortable with remote working in general.
Since 2014, iX has dispersed more than $2 million in financial aid to enable access to our programs.
Learn more about your optionsJanuary 4 - 15, 2021.
Classes Monday - Friday, 12pm-2pm EST.
Daily homework, which should take about 2-4 hours.
October 22 - Early Decision: Highest chance of admission.
November 24 - Regular Decision: Admission to talented candidates.
December 28 - Late Deadline: Admission only to exceptional candidates.