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SQL for Data Analysis course overview.

A practical SQL module covering databases, queries, filtering, joins and analysis-ready data extraction.

Included in selected IT Career Switch traineeships as part of a wider career pathway.

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Data science and analytics modules covering SQL, modelling, reporting and machine learning fundamentals.

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What this course helps you build.

SQL is a core skill in the Data Science route because most organisations store operational data in relational databases.

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Querying databases

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Filtering, grouping and joins

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Preparing data for analysis

What the course covers.

The SQL module focuses on writing useful queries and preparing database outputs for data analysis work.

Course snapshot

  • Data Science curriculum
  • Relational databases
  • Queries and joins
  • Analysis-ready data extraction

Database Foundations

Core

Tables, records, keys and how relational data is structured.

Queries and Filtering

Core

SELECT statements, filtering, sorting, grouping and aggregating results.

Joins and Relationships

Applied

Combining tables and understanding relationships between datasets.

Analysis Outputs

Applied

Creating query results that can feed reporting, dashboards and further analysis.

Where SQL can fit into your career.

SQL gives data learners the ability to ask useful questions of databases and extract the information behind business decisions.

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Data Analyst

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Junior Data Scientist

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Reporting Analyst

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Business Intelligence Assistant

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Learn to query real business data

SQL sits inside the Data Science route because analysis starts with being able to access, combine and shape data reliably.

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