Bachelor in AI & Data Science

Cost

First Year (Freshman)

Enrollment: 50.000 FCFA

750.000 FCFA

Payable in installments or monthly payments.

Second Year (Sophomore)

Enrollment: 50.000 FCFA

800.000 FCFA

Payable in installments or monthly payments.

Third Year (Junior)

Enrollment: 50.000 FCFA

900.000 FCFA

Payable in installments or monthly payments.

Fourth Year (Senior)

Enrollment: 50.000 FCFA

955.000 FCFA

Payable in installments or monthly payments.

Enter the world of Data Science, a rapidly expanding technology

The Bachelor’s in AI & Data Science aims to provide a foundational training to gain highly demanded skills and become an expert in the fastest growing fields in the world and learn the latest techniques in AI, machine learning, deep learning and data science.

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Presentation

The Bachelor’s degree in AI & Data Science is designed to give you a critical knowledge to approach and solve relevant challenges in new and unique ways. The pedagogy is based on Learning by Doing, focusing on practical work: plenty of coding exercises and guided mini-projects to be completed on your computer during the courses.

Our Bachelor’s in Data Science degree focuses on acquiring practical knowledge in coding and programming languages such as Python as well as the latest advanced concepts in AI and data science. You won’t just be learning theory; you’ll be working extensively with your computer to code, code, and code again.

We will teach you the modern programming languages and tools, not outdated technologies that have been obsolete for over a decade. The program includes cross-disciplinary courses: business discovery, project management, societal issues, and enhanced English.

The Bachelor’s in Data Science has been designed to provide practical knowledge and technical skills, offering immersive industry experience through internships or projects on real-world use cases throughout your enrollment in the program. This will not only bring you early exposure to the professional world but also enable you to implement IT solutions to solve business problems.

This degree is perfect for working professionals who want a strong foundation in data science and AI or hope to pursue an advanced degree in the future such as a Master’s degree.

The first two semesters of the Bachelor’s degree will be devoted to upgrading knowledge and the Intensive English Program (IEP) which are required for successful continuation of studies.

The Bachelor’s in Data Science consists of 240 credits and it is required to earn at least 60 credits at each level.

Our professors are mostly industry professionals with extensive experience in IT, artificial intelligence, data science, and big data, and they are key players in the AI and data science ecosystem.

Skills

Upon completion of this program, students will have professional skills and know-how enabling them to:

  • Organize scientific reasoning and write it up synthetically and rigorously
  • Analyze requirements, lead and manage a project
  • Become proficient in the essential programming languages and the corresponding development environments
  • Design and develop systems for managing Big Data
  • Be capable of putting machine learning models into production
  • Propose and integrate new technologies that enable business strategies to evolve
  • Take advantage of AI and Big Data processing in the development of business applications
  • Master the state of the art and best practices in data science and AI
  • Build, evaluate and interpret analysis and learning models, taking into account the nature of the data
  • Develop a general and in-depth understanding of the various aspects of data management, AI and data science
  • Meet business expectations by delivering the expected value, with the right quality, controlling costs and deadlines
  • Develop teamwork and communication skills
Careers Perspectives

With our Bachelor’s degree in Data Science, take your career to the next level with a valuable skillset. Several job opportunities will be open to you in the industry and the public sector. Graduates of the Bachelor’s in Data Science can work in companies developing innovative software, in start-ups or in the R&D departments of companies. They can also join a research Lab or pursue advanced degree such as a Master’s degree.

Careers Opportunities:
Your degree will help to prepare you for a career such as:

Pursue of Advanced Degrees :

Program

The curriculum for the Bachelor’s in Data Science has been specifically designed to provide students with the latest knowledge and skills in the ever-evolving field of technology mainly in AI and data science.

The first two semesters of the Bachelor’s degree will be devoted to upgrading knowledge in mathematics and computer science and the Intensive English Program (IEP) which are required for successful continuation of studies.

The topics covered in the Bachelor’s degree in Data Science are:

First Year
(Freshman)
Second Year (Sophomore)Third Year (Junior)Fourth Year (Senior)
Intensive English Program (IEP)Python and RSoftware validation and testingDigital investigation in IT
Introduction to computer science toolsOperating systemUnsupervised learning and time seriesAdvanced concepts in cloud computing
Introduction to programmingAlgorithms and data structuresStructured and unstructured databasesAgile project management
Initiation to Linux operating systemSoftware analysis and designComputer securityRecommendation systems
Differential CalculusIntroduction to data scienceIntroduction to artificial intelligenceAutomatic natural language processing
Integral CalculusComputer networksAnalysis and design of algorithmsDecision-making tools
Elements of AlgebraMathematical tools for data scienceDeep LearningSetting up a technology company project
Vector AlgebraData visualizationDevOps and MLOpsThe art of the Pitch
Applied AnalysisMachine LearningCorporate project managementIntroduction to Generative AI
Applied Linear AlgebraWeb developmentIT ProjectData security
Online learning strategiesMachine learning tools and softwareEnglish and communicationAI project
IT projectPreparing for the internship searchStage
English and communicationEnglish and communicationEnglish and communication

Regular seminars are organized with local and world-class experts to give students a global view of the issues and challenges of data science, artificial intelligence and cybersecurity.

Admission

The admission selection is done by the review of the submitted application package, and if necessary, a video conference of in-person interview. The complete admission process is as follows:

  • Submission of the application package
  • Interview with the admission committee
  • Payment of registration fees.

The committee will look for the academic foundation needed for success in the required courses in the program you are applying to at LIAT.

Requirements

  • Holder of the Baccalaureate (High School Diploma)
  • Interest in computer science and technology
  • Comfortable with mathematics

For applicants wishing to apply directly for Sophomore, the admission committee will assess their application package and take into account the applicant’s initial background, which should satisfy the following additional conditions:

  • Have a good knowledge of at least one programming language obtained from prior coursework, career experience, or other means.
  • Transferring from an accredited institution (university or engineering school)
  • Have validated the equivalent credits from the LIAT Freshman year
  • Have been enrolled in science or technology-related program.

Required documents

Please complete the online application form. You will need the following documents:

First Year (Freshman)Second Year (Sophomore)
Identity document (ID card or passport)Identity document (ID card or passport)
High school degree or equivalentHigh school degree or equivalent
High school transcripts (Première and Terminale)High school transcripts (Première and Terminale)
Two (2) color passport photosTwo (2) color passport photos
Curriculum vitae (CV)Transcripts of completed university years
Transcripts of completed university years
Curriculum vitae (CV)

Once you have applied, if your profile catches our attention, you will be contacted for an interview (by videoconference or face-to-face) with the admissions committee. During the interview, you will have the opportunity to share your motivation to join this program.

You will then receive a response to your application. If you are authorized to enroll in the Bachelor’s degree in Data Science at LIAT, you must then pay the enrollment fees in accordance with the conditions set out in your letter of admission.

Cost & Scholarships

Your choice of university or higher education institution should not be based on financial considerations, but rather on real criteria, such as: quality of the programs, specific features of the institution, expertise and reputation of the faculty, potential job opportunities, suitability for your personal and professional project. The timetable for the payment of the tuition fees will be sent to you.

The tuition and application fees are:

DesignationFirst Year (Freshman)Second Year (Sophomore)Third Year (Junior)Fourth Year (Senior)
Application Fees50.000 FCFA50.000 FCFA60.000 FCFA70.000 FCFA
Students Association5000 FCFA5000 FCFA5000 FCFA5000 FCFA
Monthly cost75.000 FCFA80.000 FCFA90.000 FCFA95.500 FCFA
Annual cost1st installment250.000 FCFA300.000 FCFA300.000 FCFA355.000 FCFA
2nd installment250.000 FCFA300.000 FCFA300.000 FCFA300.000 FCFA
3rd installment250.000 FCFA200.000 FCFA300.000 FCFA300.000 FCFA
Annual cost (if paid in one installment)750.000 FCFA800.000 FCFA900.000 FCFA955.000 FCFA

Unfortunately, we don’t have a scholarship system at this stage. However, we do offer tuition fee reductions for students who have completed their high school degree with distinction.

Moreover, through our Solidarity Fund, some assistance might be provided on a need basis.

10%

Very Good

5%

Good

3%

Fairly Good

For all admission questions, please contact us: