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Learn to harness data to support a sustainable future

Unlock career opportunities that support the energy transition, with in-demand data skills and a Microsoft Power BI qualification!

Supported by Shell UK, this programme supports their drive to help 15,000 people into jobs across the decade, with a focus on the energy transition.

Seize the opportunity! Join the next generation of data and energy transition experts.

  • Bespoke eight-week curriculum and live online learning
  • Interactive webinars led by industry experts
  • Sharpen your skills with real-world data projects
  • Access employability support, training and career mentoring
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Enabling data careers with a focus on energy transition

This programme is a unique opportunity for people who are interested in learning data skills and want to kickstart their career within the UK’s energy transition. We will actively help successful applicants get a job in the most exciting sector in the UK with some of the country’s best employers.

"Shell UK is proud to support a programme that aims to empower you and others with the digital and data skills that will enable the energy transition. It's a fantastic opportunity for you to have a real impact on the UK and take your career to the next level."

Anthony Harte, Head of Social Impact, Shell UK
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Unleash your potential

Join our FREE transformative programme to learn sough-after data skills, like how to explore and analyse data through the incredible tools of Microsoft Power BI, Excel and Power Query. Enhance your CV and get Power BI qualified!

Delivered through a curriculum of live online learning, webinars led by industry experts, real-world data projects, supported by employability training and career mentoring throughout, we’re working with Shell to enable the next generation of data and energy transition experts. 

Fast-track yourself into data job in the energy transition sector by completing this programme.

Ready to apply?

Please be aware that fully-funded places can only be offered to those who are:

  • Above the age of 18
  • Have the right to work indefinitely in the United Kingdom
  • Committed to attending 60+ hours of learning
  • Looking for a new data job in the energy transition sector

⚠️ For you to get the most out of this programme, we strongly encourage you to use a Windows computer due to the software you will learn to use.

Please be aware that Live Sessions are scheduled during core work hours.
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Start your learning journey!

Immerse yourself in this exciting journey, where you'll learn incredible data skills over 8 weeks, and ~60 hours of intensive learning.
 
Join live online classes and study with self-paced study resources developed by our expert tutors. Each week is structured into targeted learning modules, where you'll dedicate time to mastering a fresh topic, acquiring new skills, and honing them as your confidence and expertise flourish.
 
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Getting Started & Launch Webinar

Data Skills for Energy Transition

Welcome aboard! Once you're in, set yourself up for success with the 'Getting Started' resources and join the Launch webinar to meet your cohort and make sure you're ready for Week 1 classes.

⚡ Energy transition focus:

Discover how and why Shell is strategically planning to support energy jobs and skills.

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How you'll learn

  • Launch webinar (23rd February)
  • Self-paced learning

 

Week 1

Getting Started with Data Analysis

Getting up to speed! Launch your learning journey with an introduction to how to best prepare and design your data using Microsoft Power BI, one of the leading data visualisation tools.

⚡ Energy transition focus:

Learn all there is to know about energy transition - what it is, and why it is important.

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How you'll learn

  • Live online classes (x2)
  • Self-paced learning
  • Mini project: Import data into Power BI from several sources
       📅  Start Date : 26th February

Week 2

Data Quality & Cleansing

Let's get cleaning! Dive into data cleansing techniques, and enhance the quality of your datasets so that it's ready for analysis. Plus, you'll be introduced to Generative AI for data analysts.

⚡ Energy transition focus:

Find out about E-Mobility, and the transition to a lower emissions future with Electric Vehicles (EVs).

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How you'll learn

  • Live online classes (x2)
  • Self-paced learning
  • Mini project: Data quality assessment & cleansing
      📅 Start Date : 4th March

Week 3

Merging & Appending Data Sets

Understanding data models! Learn how to merge and append data. Understand and simplify data models. Then, it's time to find out more about the upcoming group project.

⚡ Energy transition focus:

Learn all there is to know about Carbon Capture Storage (CSS)- what it is, why it is important.

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How you'll learn

  • Live online classes (x2)
  • Self-paced learning
  • Mini project: Effectively connecting datasets together 
      📅 Start Date : 11th March

Week 4

Exploring DAX and Excel Formulas

Analyse this! Learn how to use DAX and advanced Excel formulas when analysing your data sets. Discover the power of these tools with examples from our tutors.

⚡ Energy transition focus:

Hydrogen - It plays a key part in the energy transition, as a clean, safe and versatile energy carrier.

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How you'll learn

  • Live online classes (x2)
  • Self-paced learning
  • Mini project: Analysing the data with DAX measures and Excel formulas 

       📅 Start Date : 18th March

Week 5

Exploratory Data Analysis

What's the forecast? It's time to start exploring data and learning how to predict the future with forecasting techniques that take your analysis to the next level.

⚡ Energy transition focus:

Learn what wind power is, and it's importance for generating renewable energy in the UK.

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How you'll learn

  • Live online classes (x2)
  • Self-paced learning
  • Mini project: Conducting Exploratory Data Analysis 

      📅 Start Date : 25th March

Week 6

Data Visualisation & Storytelling

Find your narrative! Let's consolidate your new data analysis skills by learning how to bring your analysis to life with visual data reports and dashboards that are guaranteed to impress.

⚡ Energy transition focus:

Identify the role of AI in the energy transition and find some exciting innovations in the space.

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How you'll learn

  • Live online classes (x2)
  • Self-paced learning
  • Mini project: Create NetZero dashboard on Power BI

       📅 Start Date : 1st April

Week 7

Introduction to PL-300

The Showstopper! Start preparing for the PL-300 Microsoft Power BI exam. Learn to effectively prepare, deploy and maintain assets. Present your group project to peers and industry experts.

How you'll learn

  • Live online classes (x2)
  • Group project presentation
  • Self-paced learning

      📅 Start Date : 8th April

Week 8

Getting Ready for Your PL-300 Exam

We're in the endgame! Furthering your Power BI knowledge and skills. Advance your data modelling and data visualisation skills ahead of your exam and read study resources.

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How you'll learn

  • Live online classes (x2)
  • PL-300 mock exam
  • Self-paced learning
  • Group project presentation 

       📅 Start Date : 15th April
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Become work ready

As you gain these new digital and data skills from each module, you will also be offered additional sessions on a number of valuable topics that will help you prepare for interviews and digital and data-related job opportunities.
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Career coaching & mentoring

Gain one-to-one guidance from an industry professional, build your professional network and understand what it takes to be a data professional!

  • Specialist 1-2-1 career coaching from industry experts
  • Access to career support mentorship
  • Build connections on LinkedIn and grow your network

Employment support & guidance

Learn how to make your data and digital skills stand out on your CV so that you can ace your next job interview!

  • Free to attend employability webinars
  • Connect with our recruitment specialists for job support
  • Access our bespoke data and digital jobs board

 

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What our learners have to say...

"The FastFutures programme gave me the opportunity to learn a little bit about everything - finance, marketing, data and entrepreneurship... which was really helpful for progressing onto my next step.

I got my first job in the NHS on the Digital, Data and Technology (DDaT) Scheme, as a Lead Analyst (Patient Access)."

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"Since taking the course, I feel more confident in my abilities, and have a better grasp of my limitations.

There is an abundance of practical knowledge as well as career progression and personal development to be picked up on the programme. I think these things would be beneficial to many!"

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Frequently asked questions
Who can participate in this bootcamp?

Anybody over the age of 18, who is living in the UK and looking for data related job opportunities, ideally in the energy transition sector can apply.

Please note that as part of the application process we will ask you to complete a data skills assessment to help us ensure your existing knowledge and capabilities will enable you to be successful on the programme.
I work full-time. How can I fit in the required learning hours per week?

There are 3 to 5 hours of live classes per week and 2 to 4 hours of self-paced content


Please note, that whilst recordings of sessions will be made available we strongly encourage live attendance and participation in the classes in order to get the most from this opportunity.
What is Microsoft Power BI?

Microsoft Power BI is a business analytics tool developed by Microsoft. It provides interactive visualisations and business intelligence capabilities with an interface that is easy to use for creating reports and dashboards. 

It's used for data analysis and sharing insights, allowing users to transform raw data into meaningful information through easy-to-understand visualizations. 

Power BI can connect to a wide variety of data sources, from Excel spreadsheets and on-premise SQL Server databases to cloud services like Azure SQL Database and Google Analytics.

By learning how to use tools like Power BI, you are building a solid foundation to a career in data!
Will I receive a certificate upon completion of the bootcamp?

Yes, if you complete this programme you will receive the FastFutures Data for Energy Skills Accelerator certificate.

You'll also have the opportunity to take the PL-300 Power BI exam after the programme so you can achieve the official qualification.

What jobs can I apply for after completing this bootcamp?

Did you know there are over 100,000 unfilled data positions in the UK?

Once you have completed the Data Analyst Accelerator bootcamp, you’ll be equipped with the in-demand skills that enable you to apply for a range of data and digital roles.

For example, if you wanted to start in an entry-level data analyst position (with no previous experience), you could expect a starting salary range of £20,000 to £30,000 per year.

Next course start date:

Coming soon!

 

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About us

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