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Associate Degree in Data Science (ADDS)

Virtual University, Islamabad, Pakistan

HEC Recognized
HEC Ranking 13

Program Overview

Associate Degree in Data Science (ADDS) at Virtual University prepares students with industry-relevant knowledge and practical skills.

Study Level

Associate

Credit Hours

72

Study Mode

Hybrid

Major Subject

Computer Science & Information Technology

What You'll Learn

Data Analysis & Visualization

Python Programming & Data Structures

Database Systems & SQL

Fundamentals of Machine Learning

Applied Statistics & Probability

Big Data Essentials

About University

Virtual University The Virtual University, Pakistan’s first University based completely on modern Information and Communication Technologies, was established by the Government as a public sector, not-for-profit institution with a clear mission: to provide extremely affordable world class education to aspiring students all over the country. Using free-to-air satellite television broadcasts and the Internet, the Virtual University allows students to follow its rigorous programs regardless of their physical locations. It thus aims at alleviating the lack of capacity in the existing universities while simultaneously tackling the acute shortage of qualified professors in the country. By identifying the top Professors of the country, regardless of their institutional affiliations, and requesting them to develop and deliver hand-crafted courses, the Virtual University aims at providing the very best courses to not only its own students but also to students of all other universities in the country.

HEC Ranking

13

Affiliated By

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Founded In

2002

Eligibility Criteria

Admission Requirement

Eligibility criteria will be updated soon.

Fee & Scholarship

Description

Amount (PKR)

Tuition Fee

PKR 32,000

Semester Fee (Per Semester)

PKR 24,500

Career Opportunities

Graduates can build successful careers in diverse fields, such as:

Junior Data Analyst
Data Entry & Processing Specialist
Associate Data Engineer
BI Reporting Assistant
Junior Analytics Associate

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