Data is the key to many modern businesses, and effectively leveraging it requires specialised analytical skills. This module equips students with key data science techniques used in industry and government, focusing on professional data handling and analysis. Students will develop computing and quantitative skills through structured training in R and SQL, learning to clean and manage datasets, generate descriptive statistics, and create compelling data visualisations. The module also emphasises clear communication, training students to convey data-driven insights effectively in data analysis reports tailored for diverse audiences.