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Data Science and Analytics

University College Cork · 4-year course
€39,000 Starting salary
119.5% 5-year ROI
2.8y Payback period

Based on a total estimated cost of €82,000 over 4 years, Data Science and Analytics at University College Cork has a 5-year ROI of 119.5%, with graduates earning around €57,000 after 5 years in the workforce.

The most recent CAO points requirement for this course (CK411) was 469 (2025).

Data Science and Analytics graduates from University College Cork report a graduate employment rate of around 88%, excellent career progression.

Typical roles after graduating

Common employers for Data Science and Analytics graduates include Google, Microsoft, Workday.

Slower to recover investment, but still provides positive returns over time.

By comparison, the median annual wage across all Irish employees is €38,000, and the average (mean) wage is €52,600. Data Science and Analytics graduates from University College Cork start above the national median, and after 5 years earn roughly 8% more than the national average.

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