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Workshop: Computational Biology Upskilling

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Workshop: Computational Biology Upskilling

Tuesday June 24th 2025
14.10 – 15.40

Room 050

Why Data Science?

This interactive workshop will provide you with a structured roadmap to enable you to transition into a data science career, focusing on essential skills, tools and real-world applications. 


Why should you be interested in data science?

  • High Demand: Companies across all industries are seeking data-savvy professionals. 

  • Lucrative Salaries: Data science roles offer competitive pay. 

  • Endless Opportunities: Solve real-world problems using data-driven insights. 

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Who Should Attend? 

This discussion is perfect for professionals looking to pivot their careers, students exploring data science, and anyone passionate about leveraging data to drive impact. This includes: 

  • Professionals seeking a career pivot into data science 

  • Individuals with backgrounds in adjacent fields like IT, engineering, or academia 

  • Students or graduates looking to enter the field of data science 


Please note: To be considered for a workshop place you MUST already have an approved place at The Festival of Genomics and Biodata.

Workshop Leaders

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Participants will leave the workshop with: 

  • A clear understanding of the data science landscape 
  • Practical experience in data analysis and basic machine learning 
  • Understanding how to create a personalized plan for retraining and career transition 
  • A roadmap to becoming a data scientist 
  • Access to resources and guidance for ongoing learning 

Workshop Format: 

  • Introduction to Data Science
  • Overview of the data science field 
  • Career opportunities and roles (Data Scientist, Analyst, Engineer, etc.) 
  • Prerequisites: Skills and mindset required 
  • Building the Foundation  
  • Core concepts: Statistics, mathematics, and problem-solving 
  • Essential programming languages: Python
    and R 
  • Tools of the trade: Jupyter Notebook, SQL, and cloud platforms 
  • Specialization Area 
  • AI and deep learning 
  • Big data tools  
  • Domain-specific applications  
  • Creating a Career Transition Plan  
  • Upskilling resources: Online courses, bootcamps, certifications 
  • Building a portfolio: Kaggle competitions, GitHub projects 
  • Networking and job hunting strategies 
  • Panel Discussion/Q&A with Experts  
  • Insights from professionals who transitioned into data science 

How to sign up

Registration is now closed for the workshop.


The session is currently full, but if you would still like to attend, please arrive 10 minutes early and wait to see if any last-minute spots become available.

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