Bachelor of Science in Applied Data Science Communication (BSc in ADSC) is an innovative interdisciplinary degree course designed by academics and industry experts and hosted by the Department of Languages of the Faculty of Management, Social Sciences and Humanities.
According to industry experts, data storytelling is an art that most experts in the computer field and business fields are unable to perform. The hard-core data scientists may also be unable to communicate the data they ana
lyse although they are good in data analytics. Therefore, there is a void for effective communicators of data. Thus, the organisations are now seeking for individuals with interdisciplinary knowledge who are better communicators. This BSc in Applied Data Science Communication course goes beyond data science. Students will gain an understanding of key concepts in data science, economics, accounting, finance, management and communication.
An effective data storyteller needs knowledge on extracting data from available data sources, understanding how to analyse the existing data and how to visualize and communicate the data effectively. In doing so, they need to work with government and private sector organisations and understand how organisations function.
The students on the course will be able to understand how organisations work through the knowledge and skills gained by learning basic concepts in economics, accounting, finance and management. They will then be able to extract data from databases in different organisations using their knowledge and skills in computer science, analyse the extracted data applying their knowledge and skills in statistics and present the analysis to any stipulated audience effectively applying their knowledge and skills in communication. In doing so, they will be able to adhere to professional ethics and data protection regulations.
Through the interdisciplinary knowledge gained on the course, the graduates of this programme will be able to serve various sectors including government and private organisations.
Bachelor of Science in Applied Data Science Communication programme of KDU has been designed in accordance with international standards and the requirements of Sri Lanka Qualifications Framework.
