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Guide to Data Analytics Bootcamps in London

General Assembly
July 31, 2024

How do we love thee, London? Let us count the ways. Beyond the smell of fresh bread and coffee in the morning, London’s electric energy makes it the epicenter of UK tech. The city’s status as a global powerhouse and gateway to European markets generates excitement for businesses with an eye for expansion. Part of London’s $1 trillion tech empire, data analytics expertise is in high demand as these companies seek to understand consumer behavior across diverse markets. 

Sure, more than 40,000 tech companies in the city, including giants like Google and Amazon, are recruiting for data analysts in London — but why limit yourself? In the modern job market, every industry runs on tech talent, from finance and professional services to media and healthcare. Nearly half of London’s available tech roles are outside big tech — at companies like Bloomberg, the National Health Service, GSK, and Disney.  

London currently outranks every other city in the world in its ability to create, develop and deploy technology. With accelerated, affordable training available online, you can quickly join the cadres of upwardly ascending professionals who want to take part in building the world-changing innovations of tomorrow.

Pick Your UK Tech Bootcamp Start Date

Job-ready skills await — the question is: what path works best for you? Get on the fast track with our full-time, 12-week option. Or keep your existing job while you work on your career change with our flexible, 32-week, part-time bootcamp. With either Remote Experience, you get the best of live learning and expert-led practice from our team in the UK and across the globe. Plus, get a 360-degree view of AI, from the foundational principles of generative AI to how to write effective prompts. 

Choose full-time to get on the fast track  on flexible part-time options 

PICK YOUR UK BOOTCAMP START DATE

Navigating Data Analytics Job Opportunities in London

Is London still a hot market for data analytics? Let’s take a closer look.

  • On LinkedIn, 82,000 people say they’re working as data analysts in London.
  • As of May 2024, 1,193 open data analyst jobs in London are advertised on tech job platform Dice.
  • London data analysts can also apply to 3,713 “remote” or “hybrid” roles posted.
  • Glassdoor lists Bloomberg, Deloitte, Sainsbury’s, Google, Amazon, Accenture, Barclay’s, EY, Revolut, and PwC as the top companies hiring data analysts in London.

LAND A ROLE WITH A TOP GLOBAL TECH EMPLOYER WITH A TOP GLOBAL TECH BOOTCAMP EDUCATION.

Employers are dropping degree requirements, opening the door for data analytics bootcamp grads.

London Data Analytics Earning Potential

Imagine yourself in a new data role. The average bootcamp grad earns a £8,000 to £24,012 pay increase, which can positively impact your quality of life. With respect to data analysts in London, know this:

  • The median London data analytics salary is £40,896, according to Glassdoor surveys.
  • The highest data analyst salaries are in finance (£59,500 at Bloomberg) and tech (£67,000 at Google).
  • Some entry-level salaries start at £28K, but progress as high as £72K with 15+ years experience.
  • Data scientists earn even more (£45K – £80K), which is another option along your career path. 

A Londoner’s First Steps Toward a Data Analytics Career

New to data analytics? No problem. All skill levels are welcome.

LEARN TO ANALYZE DATA…
Data analysts: 
Transform data into insight, Identify patterns and trends, Model the future, mitigate risk, Propel businesses forward
GET THE SKILLS YOU NEED… 
Data analysis and visualization, Decision trees, Excel analysis and interpretation, Machine learning models, Natural language processing, Neural networks and AI, Power BI, Python coding, Statistical modeling, SQL, Tableau
LAND THE JOB YOU WANT… 
Business Development Analyst, Cyber Security Analyst, Fraud Data Analyst, Performance Marketer, Procurement Analyst, Quantitative Analyst, Risk & Compliance Analyst

If you’ve never worked with data, created predictive models, or analyzed trends, the idea of joining a bootcamp might feel overwhelming. To build confidence, get started, and develop fundamental data skills, we suggest beginning with General Assembly’s preparatory workshops or introductory courses, conveniently offered online. 

Find London Data Analytics Bootcamp Instructors With Real World Cred

Learn from data analysts who bring hands-on experience straight from the field to our UK bootcamp. Every GA instructor in London is committed to giving the personalised feedback and support you need to crush your goals every step of the way. Request more info. 

Turn Dreaming Into Doing: Choose a London Data Bootcamp

General Assembly’s data analytics bootcamp features beginner-friendly, accelerated courses, including live-taught instruction, that can be completed in just 12 weeks. 

  • Learn fast and flexible. GA’s online tech bootcamps focus on job-ready skills, which you pick up as you dive into hands-on portfolio projects that make learning effective and fun.     
  • Solve real problems. Each course is taught by subject matter experts with field experience who introduce you to common challenges and ensure you’re ready to make a difference right away.
  • Find a mentor. Your success is our success, which is why we provide an exclusive mentorship to sync your skills with career opportunities and put you on the path to an exciting new role of choice. 

Engage with London’s Data Analytics Community

Our data analyst bootcamp provides structured guidance from seasoned mentors, guaranteeing your readiness for employment upon completion. Attend networking events to meet potential employers in person and join online forums to connect with alumni. By becoming part of the GA community, London transforms into a more intimate environment where you can envision yourself not merely adapting, but excelling, in your new data role.

THE SCOOP FROM GA GRADS:

“The teaching system and the projects helped me to learn and further understand multiple technologies to be able to make beautiful sites. The job-support at the end of the course is unique, helping you to brand yourself and shine from other applicants. Definitely, the best way to start as a developer.” – Gerardo Siebels, GA Grad & Software Engineer, London

“I got to build a portfolio of projects using the most employable technologies right now (eg. React, Django, Node), which I could show to potential employers and clients. I was a bit nervous to do the course remotely, but GA has been doing this since long before the pandemic and the whole team was well prepared to answer questions and support me every step of the way. I am finally excited about my career again and hopeful for the future.” – Penny Jungreis, GA Grad & Jr Software Engineer, London 

“GA gave me the foundational knowledge and confidence to pursue my career goals. With caring teachers, a supportive community, and up-to-date, challenging curriculum, I felt prepared and motivated to build and improve tech for the next generation!”
LYN MULDROW, GA Graduate

Money Matters: London Coding Bootcamp Financing Made Easy

FULL TUITION

Total cost of course: £9,000.

INSTALMENTS

Divide tuition into two, three, or four easy payments while in school.

As low as £2,250.

TUITION DISCOUNTS & SCHOLARSHIPS

Visit our Financing page for more information on tuition discounts and to connect with our Admissions team on your eligibility.

EDAID PAYMENT PLANS

Two options available:

1. DEFERRED PAYMENT PLAN

Pay £1000 up front and then split the remaining balance over 24 instalments that only start once you are earning over £25,000.

2. 36-MONTH 0% INTEREST INSTALMENT PLAN

Pay a deposit of £250, and then split the remainder over 36 instalments. Repayments start from day one of your course.

LEARN MORE ABOUT FINANCING & TUITION

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Find Your Happy Place — With Our 99.2% Placement Rate

Why do our data analytics bootcamp have one of the industry’s highest placement rates? Perhaps it’s our curriculum, designed to cultivate sought-after skill sets through project-based learning. Maybe it’s our mentors, providing personalised one-on-one guidance to ensure your success beyond the bootcamp. Or it could be the emphasis on confidence, time management, and self-branding strategies that capture employer interest. Truth be told, it’s all of the above, and the results speak for themselves — with 90% of our grads securing a technical role within 180 days.

There’s no time like the present to become part of London’s thriving tech scene. Let’s talk data.

FAQs

Get quick answers about data analytics bootcamps in London. 

WHY IS THIS UK DATA ANALYTICS BOOTCAMP RELEVANT?

Data analyst is one of the most in-demand job roles today. In fact, data skills were included in several of LinkedIn’s 2023 Top 25 UK Jobs on the Rise. Companies in virtually every industry, from information technology to higher education, harness the power of big data to make decisions, driving the demand for data analysts. Time for your career to do the same

WILL I EARN A DATA ANALYTICS CERTIFICATE?

Yes! When you pass this UK Data Analytics Bootcamp, you’ll receive a signed certificate of completion. Thousands of GA alumni use their course certificates to demonstrate skills to their LinkedIn networks and potential employers — including our hiring partners. GA’s tech programs are well-regarded by top companies — in London, across the UK, and beyond — who contribute to our curriculum and partner with us to train their own teams.

WHAT ARE THE PROFESSIONAL BACKGROUNDS OF STUDENTS WHO TAKE THIS UK DATA ANALYTICS COURSE?

Students come from all walks of life but have one thing in common: they’re passionate about launching a career in data analytics. We see UK-based career-changers from diverse professional backgrounds, but for this UK Data Analytics Bootcamp, you really don’t need data analytics experience to get started.

ARE THERE ANY PREREQUISITES?

This is a beginner-friendly UK Data Analytics Bootcamp with no prerequisites, although many students have engaged in self-learning previously or have worked at tech startups or in tech-adjacent roles. Whether you’re new to the data analytics field or looking to formalise your practice, this course helps you gain fluency in the key tech skills and tools that modern employers demand — and put them to work on the path to a new career in the field. Our Admissions team can discuss your background and learning goals to advise if our UK Data Analytics Bootcamp is a good fit for you.

WHAT DOES MY TUITION COVER?

Here are just some of the benefits full-time UK students can expect at GA:
Instruction in all the skills you need to successfully transition into a data analytics career.
Self-paced pre-work to explore data analytics fundamentals and prepare to hit the ground running.
Robust coursework, including expert-vetted lesson decks, project toolkits, and more. 
A professional-grade data analytics portfolio to showcase real-world problem-solving abilities.
Individual feedback from instructors and teaching assistants (TAs) during office hours.
Exclusive career services to help you navigate your personal job search experience, from technical challenges to salary negotiation and everything in between.
Technical interview prep, including resume reviews, mock interviews, and whiteboarding practice.
Exclusive access to alumni discounts, networking events, and career workshops. 
A GA course certificate to showcase your new skill set on LinkedIn.
Connections with a professional network of instructors and peers that lasts well beyond the course.

HOW DOES THIS UK DATA ANALYTICS BOOTCAMP RELATE TO GA’S OTHER DATA PROGRAMS?

This UK Data Analytics Bootcamp is beginner-level and prepares you for junior data analyst roles. Similarly, our UK Coding Bootcamp is geared toward beginners. Our UK Data Science Bootcamp is more advanced, requires some foundational data knowledge, and prepares you for more complex data roles.

WHAT DO CAREER SERVICES LOOK LIKE FOR REMOTE STUDENTS?

We approach our Remote Outcomes programming with the same philosophy as an in-person school. We offer an insider’s look at the industry through virtual sessions like day-in-the-life talks, hiring panel discussions, guest speakers, and more. Plus, you’ll work exclusively with your career coach to understand your local job market, find opportunities, and connect with the local data community.

WHAT IF I HAVE MORE QUESTIONS?

Reach out to GA’s Admissions team to learn whether this UK Data Analytics Bootcamp is right for you and your learning goals. 
You can also:
Attend an info session online.
Explore your financing options.
Apply directly.

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