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A Data Scientist extracts insight from large datasets using statistics, machine learning and programming to guide business and research decisions.
What Does a Data Scientist Do?
A Data Scientist extracts insight from large datasets using statistics, machine learning and programming to guide business and research decisions. It is a career that rewards curiosity, discipline and consistent study habits — and the foundation is laid in the school subjects you choose today.
Key School Subjects
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How to Qualify
The typical route is a degree in statistics, computer science, mathematics or a quantitative field, often with postgraduate study. Entry requirements are competitive, so strong final-year marks — especially in Mathematics and Science and Economics — make a real difference.
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