Study at a world-leading university and experience living in London at the Imperial College Data Science Winter School

Imperial College London is a science-based institution with an international reputation for excellence in teaching and research.

This winter school is specifically designed for undergraduate students in the final two years of their studies, particularly those studying IT, computing, or any engineering degrees with an interest in data science. Students will be introduced to key concepts, develop a solid understanding of data science, learn from experts in data science and AI applications, and collaborate on a technical project.

Students will engage in team-based learning by working on a group project focused on a real-world challenge.

Fields of study

  • Data Science
  • Computer Science

Credit Equivalent

7.5 ECTS = 2 UQ Units. Maximum of 2 UQ Units upon successful completion of 7.5 ECTS (pending UQ faculty approval).

Visa Information

It is your responsibility to ensure you have the correct visa for the country where you will be studying. As the Global Experiences team is not a visa-issuing authority we cannot provide visa advice.

Please review the host program website for visa and immigration information.  

Eligibility and application

All applicants must meet the standard UQ Student Eligibility Criteria and any additional eligibility criteria set by Imperial College.   Please note, the program information on Imperial College website is pending further information to be confirmed.  Please refer to the attached Data Scienc and AI Winter School flyer.

If you are intending to undertake your experience for-credit, it is strongly recommended that you submit your application to IGET at least 4 weeks before applying to the host to allow sufficient time for Faculty to complete the credit assessment. Please note however that it is your responsibility to meet the host application deadline. 

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Costs

The participation mode of this experience is Study Abroad. The Data Science Winter School program tuition is approximately AUD$5675.

The fee includes all tuition, project work and tutorials, electronic supporting materials, access to the VLE, teaching venue, relevenat visits, social activities, lunches, Imperial College certificate of attendance and a transcript for project marks.

Accommodation

Accommodation can be arranged as part of the program for an additional cost. For more information regarding accommodation, please see the Imperial College website

Funding

Internships and Global Experiences Grants

When you submit your application for an experience, you are automatically considered for funding that is relevant to your nominated experience. Please refer to the Short-Term Experiences Funding  page for details. 

Key Dates

Application Deadlines

UQ: 24 September 2024
Host: to be confirmed

Program Dates

Start: 03 February 2025
End: 14th February 2025

Fast Facts

Type: Study
Mode: Study abroad
Location: London, England
Credit: For-credit or not-for-credit
Cohort: Undergraduate 


 

OS-HELP Loan

If you participate in a short-term program you may also be eligible to submit an application for an OS-HELP loan if your program is for-credit and you are enrolled as a Commonwealth supported student. 

Application Deadlines

15 January for overseas study commencing March to August
15 March for overseas study commencing May to October
15 June for overseas study commencing August to January
15 September for overseas study commencing November to April

Refer to the funding page for more information on eligibility requirements and loan amounts. 

Global Experiences Information Sessions

Students are encouraged to register and attend an information session to receive more details on the short-term application process, eligibility criteria, funding etc.

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