Higher Nitec in Data Engineering (3 years)

Course duration: 36 months

Discover the Power of Data for Your Future

Are you curious about how data can change the world? Our new 3-year course is designed to give you the skills that employers want in the Infocomm Technology (ICT) sector. You will learn how to work with data, from cleaning and processing it to creating clear visuals and managing databases.

By joining this programme, you will build a strong foundation and develop specialised skills that are in high demand. You will be equipped to uncover insights from data that can help businesses grow. Start your journey towards a successful career in technology!

What you'll learn

• Extract data          

• Perform data cleansing

• Perform data processing

• Perform data visualization

• Manage databases

Certification Requirements, Course Structure and Module Objectives [PDF, 150 KB]

General Electives and Life Skills Modules [PDF, 148 KB]

Entry requirements

Admission to Year 1 of the 3-year curriculum structure:

GCE ‘O’ level grades in any 2 subjects:

• Grade 1-8

OR

GCE ‘N’ level passes in Mathematics or Science* and 2 other subjects:

• Grade A-D or Grade 1-5

* Mobile Robotics, Smart Electrical Technology, Mechanical Design & Automation, IoT Applications, and Mobile Web Applications subjects can be used in lieu of Science for admission to this Higher Nitec course.

Students will be required to purchase a Laptop for the course. This is in addition to the course fees. Financial assistance is available to eligible students under ITE Opportunity Fund subject to terms and conditions. For more details on the minimum laptop specifications, please click here [PDF, 122 KB].

Progression opportunities

Higher Nitec in Data Engineering graduates may apply for progression to the following Work-Study Diploma courses at ITE:

• Work-Study Diploma in Agriculture & Aquaculture Technology

• Work-Study Diploma in Applied Electronics & AI

• Work-Study Diploma in Cloud Management & Operations

• Work-Study Diploma in Customer Experience Management (Aviation Track)

• Work-Study Diploma in Customer Experience Management (Lifestyle & Consumer Track)

• Work-Study Diploma in Cyber Security & Forensics

• Work-Study Diploma in Data Centre Infrastructure & Operation

• Work-Study Diploma in Facilities Management

• Work-Study Diploma in IT System Integration

• Work-Study Diploma in Microelectronics (Equipment Track)

• Work-Study Diploma in Microelectronics (Process Track)

• Work-Study Diploma in Security Operations

• Work-Study Diploma in Security Systems Engineering

• Work-Study Diploma in Vertical Transportation

Higher Nitec in Data Engineering graduates with a Grade Point Average (GPA) of 2.0 and above may apply for progression to the first year of a related diploma course at the Polytechnics.

Career opportunities

Graduates from Higher Nitec in Data Engineering can expect to embark on a career with government and private sectors that leverage data for businesses and operations. Some of the job titles may include Associate Data Engineer, Associate Data Analyst, Data Technician, and Data Wranglers.

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