Data Analyst
Turns raw numbers into insight that helps organisations make decisions.
Useful school subjects
MathematicsEconomicsComputer Science/Computer Studies
Relevant university courses
Computer Science
Covers the theory and practice of computing — algorithms, programming, systems and increasingly, data and AI.
Economics
Studies how individuals, businesses and governments make decisions around scarce resources, production and trade.
Beginner skills to build now
- Spreadsheets (Excel)
- Basic statistics
- SQL fundamentals
- Clear data storytelling
This is general educational guidance, not a guarantee of employment outcomes — the path from a course to a career always involves more than the degree itself.