Data Science course

“Various manpower surveys have found particularly strong demand for data scientists, engineers and developers, with bumper salaries on offer to the right candidates.”
– The Business Times, 19 Apr 2022

Data science refers to the multidisciplinary approach that helps companies to analyse raw data and make informed business decisions. The analysis of data is done by using tools such as algorithms, analytics, and machine learning models. The most common data science language is Python.

This discipline has become incredibly popular due to the abundance of benefits it offers. For instance, data science helps to transform problems into research, followed by coming up with practical solutions. Data-driven decisions can also significantly boost sales and give businesses an edge over its competitors.

Yes, you can get up to 70% funding support from SkillsFuture Singapore (SSG) for our accredited programs. After subsidy, you can use SkillsFuture Credits, Post-Secondary Education Account (PSEA), or NTUC UTAP funding for the remaining course fees. Eligible Singaporeans & PRs may receive funding support for our SSG-accredited training programs.

Yes. For self-sponsored Singaporeans aged 25 years old and above, you can use your SkillsFuture Credit to offset the remaining course fees after SSG funding.

To check your SkillsFuture credit balance, please follow these steps:

1. Go to website
2. Click on ‘Submit SkillsFuture Credit Claims’
3. Login with your SingPass
4. Click on the arrow (>) at the top right hand corner. You will be able to see a drop-down list of your Available SkillsFuture Credits.

After you have registered for a course, a VI representative will reach out to guide you with the SkillsFuture Credits

*Please note that our courses are not eligible for “Additional SkillsFuture Credit (Mid-Career Support)’. You will only be able to use available credits from ‘SkillsFuture Credit’ and ‘One-off SkillsFuture Credit Top-Up’.

Yes, Singaporeans aged 21-31 can utilize their PSEA to cover remaining fees after SSG funding and using SkillsFuture Credit.

To check your PSEA balance, call the 24-hour automated hotline at 6260 0777. After course registration, a VI representative will assist with the PSEA claim application.

Yes, you can utilise both at the same time. You can use your PSEA to offset the remaining balance after SFC has been applied.

For illustration purposes only:

*Dependent on PSEA’s balance

Yes, all our courses are eligible for Union Training Assistance Programme (UTAP) Funding. NTUC Union members can use UTAP to offset 50% of unfunded course fees (capped at up to $500 per year).

This claim must be done after completion of the course. Please refer to the UTAP FAQ for more information.

Yes, you can utilise both at the same time. UTAP can only be applied after SFC has been applied.

For illustration purposes only:

Enhanced Training Support for SMEs

SMEs that meet all of the following eligibility criteria:

1. Registered or incorporated in Singapore
2. Employment size of not more than 200 or with annual sales turnover of not more than $100 million

SME-sponsored Trainees:

1. Must be Singapore Citizens or Singapore Permanent Residents.
2. Courses have to be fully paid for by the employer.
3. Trainee is not a full-time national serviceman.

Singapore citizen aged 40 and above – Up to 70% of the course fees

Singapore citizen below 40 years old and PRs – Up to 50% of the course fees

Absentee Payroll (AP) funding is a grant to help employers defray the manpower costs incurred when you send your employees for training courses funded by SSG. For training outside working hours, AP funding is given to you to defray the overtime pay that was paid to your employees.

With effect from 1 Jan 2022, SSG will introduce a fixed Absentee Payroll (AP) rate at $4.50 per hour. There will also be a $100,000 cap on the maximum AP funding each organisation can claim each calendar year to ensure that the benefits are more evenly distributed across companies.

Upon successful completion of the course, you will receive a Certificate of
Completion from Vertical Institute, along with a WSQ Statement of Attainment. Both
credentials are recognised by employers across Singapore and can be used to
showcase your skills to employers and your professional network.Our programmes are also well-regarded by leading organisations, many of which
contribute to our curriculum development and use our courses to train their own
teams. This helps ensure the skills taught remain relevant to current industry needs.

1. Python is the fastest growing programming language.
2. Python is extremely versatile, with multiple uses.
3. Python is in high demand skill for jobs.
4. Python is easy to read, write and learn.
5. Python developers are paid competitively.
6. Python has an incredibly supportive community.

You will need to have your own personal laptop/PC to attend the course.

Your Instructional team will guide you step-by-step on the installation process before class begins.

Your attendance is only counted if you attend a makeup class.

Businesses today understand the importance of data and are now placing immense emphasis on data science skills to drive innovation and make data-driven decisions. 

Data science is one of the most coveted skills by employers across various industries such as finance and tech. The high demand and low supply of such skills also makes data science a highly lucrative career option. 

Kickstart a career in Data Science with the beginner-friendly Data Science Bootcamp by Vertical Institute. The course allocates 3-4 instructional team members per class to ensure dedicated peer and mentor support for your Data Science journey. You will graduate with an IBF-accredited Data Science certification, as well as a polished, portfolio-ready project to showcase  your new Python and machine learning skills.

Learner-Initiated Withdrawal

All withdrawal requests must be submitted in writing.

Withdrawal requests are subject to the following:

An administrative fee of $15 applies to all approved withdrawals or transfers.

Refunds (if any) are based on the full course fee, not the subsidised amount.

No-Show Policy

Learners who fail to attend the course without prior written notice will be treated as a no-show.

No-shows:

• Are not eligible for any refund
• Shall be liable for the full course fee or balance course fee

Course Transfer / Rescheduling

Learners may request to reschedule or transfer to another intake:

• At least 14 days before course commencement
• Subject to approval and availability

A maximum of three (3) reschedule requests is allowed per course.

Rescheduling fees:

• First reschedule: Waived
• Second and subsequent reschedules: 5% of the full course fee per request (non-waivable)

An administrative fee of $15 applies to all approved transfers.

No rescheduling or transfer is allowed after course commencement.

• Be aged 21 and above
• Possess basic computer literacy (equivalent to Level 2)
• Hold a minimum of one of the following academic qualifications:
  • GCE “N”, “O” or “A” Level
  • NITEC
  • Diploma or higher
• Have at least 2 years of working experience
• Demonstrate English language proficiency equivalent to or higher than any of the following:
  • Pass in GCE “N” or “O” Level English
  • WPLN Level 5
  • IELTS 5.5
  • TOEFL iBT score between 46–59

If you are unsure about your eligibility, feel free to reach out to our team for a quick assessment.

To meet SkillsFuture Singapore (SSG) attendance requirements, you must attend at least 75% of the course. This is equivalent to completing at least 6 out of 7 lessons in Vertical Institute’s courses.

To meet SkillsFuture Singapore (SSG) course completion requirements, you must achieve at least 75% attendance and receive a ‘Competent’ grade in all required assessments/examinations, or submit any capstone project work (if any) stated in the course requirements.

Additionally, participants must complete course feedback surveys and meet any specific course requirements, such as those for WSQ qualifications.

Yes, you may reschedule your intake up to four times. The first and second reschedules are free, the third reschedule costs $50, and the fourth reschedule costs $100. A fifth reschedule is not allowed. Any applicable rescheduling fee must be paid before the new intake is confirmed.