BUT Science des Données - parcours VCOD (Visualisation, Conception d'Outils Décisionnels) at Université de Perpignan Via Domitia

The BUT Science des Données trains data professionals able to turn raw information into useful knowledge, on a base of mathematics, probability, statistics and computing. It is taught at Carcassonne. Four competences: process data for decision-making, analyse data statistically, communicate results, plus one pathway-specific competence. The VCOD pathway adds geomatics and development of geographic information systems.

Faculty: Institut Universitaire de Technologie (IUT)  |  Department: Science des Données (Carcassonne)  |  Duration: 3 years (6 semesters, 180 ECTS)  |  Study mode: full-time or work-study (alternance) where offered; taught in French with English  |  Intake: September  |  Location: Perpignan, Occitanie, France

What you will study

2,600 hours with 600 hours of supervised projects; placements of 8-12 weeks (year 2) and 12-16 weeks (year 3); work-study possible from year 2; one to two semesters abroad possible with double-degree partnerships; TOEIC preparation and certification offered; English taught.

Career pathways

Data analyst (BI developer), reporting analyst, data manager, geomatician. Further study in Master (SID, MIAGE, MIASH), engineering schools (ENSAI, INSA, Polytech) or CNAM.

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