The Data Science Accelerator programme aims to help central and local government workers develop their data science skills. Participants work on their own project for one day a week over 12 weeks, supported by a mentor.
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Updated article with 2024 dates
Updated details - new dates
Dates and details provided for the next round of the Accelerator programme.
Updated with next cohort dates
Next programme dates and application deadline added.
Updated with new cohort dates and information about new Data Visualisation Accelerator programme; updated contact email address; updated application forms.
Updated with details of 2021 programme, including dates when applications are open.
Next programme dates and application deadline added.
Added information about changes to the programme because of coronavirus (COVID-19).
Application deadline has passed.
Programme application deadline added.
Replacing spreadsheet of previous projects with a more usable webpage.
Added an attachment of previous Accelerator projects.
Added 2018 dates.
New guidance and September 2017 application form added.
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