Data Analyst

Professional Degree

Data Analyst

Online Study Programme

As a data analyst, you will be one of the most sought-after professionals in today's job market. Your ability to help business leaders make informed decisions using relevant and up-to-date data-driven information will make you a valuable asset.

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Online Studies

12 August 2025 More startups

14 October 2025

6 January 2026

10 March 2026

1 year full time | 2 years part time

Full time: NOK 45.000,- per semester
Part time: NOK 22.500,- per semester

State Educational Loan Fund (Lånekassen)

AI in the study programme

How are AI-based tools used in the Data Analyst programme?

AI-based tools are viewed as valuable supplements that can enhance and accelerate tasks such as data analysis, feature engineering, and model building. While these tools provide significant efficiency gains, it’s important to understand that AI-generated outputs are not always free from errors.

As a data analyst, students are taught to critically evaluate, refine, and adapt AI-generated insights and code to ensure the accuracy of their analyses, robustness of models, and optimality of solutions. AI is seen as a support to their foundational knowledge, allowing them to work more efficiently while maintaining the integrity of their results.

How is AI used in the workplace as a data analyst?

AI is transforming how data analysts work by automating routine tasks like data preprocessing, model tuning, and even generating initial code for algorithms, which accelerates workflows. This allows professionals to focus more on innovative problem-solving and addressing complex analytical challenges.

However, a strong foundational understanding of the field is still crucial, as AI-generated outputs are not always flawless. The ability to critically evaluate, fine-tune, and adjust AI-driven solutions is key to ensuring accuracy, reliability, and precision in the final analysis or model deployment.

Why Study Data Analyst?

As a data analyst, you can work with large companies managing big data or smaller businesses organizing sales figures. Opportunities exist in finance, medicine, marketing, and social media.

The programme teaches you to collect, organise, and interpret data to answer key business questions. You will perform descriptive and diagnostic analyses to understand past trends, as well as predictive and prescriptive analyses to provide insights and recommend actions for the future.

💰 According to SSB, data analysts in Norway have an average salary of approximately 875,000 NOK per year.

Two-year Programme also available

After completing the one-year Data Analyst programme, many are ready for employment. If you want additional skills in databases, cloud services, programmatic data analysis, big data and other advanced topics, you can apply directly to the second year of the two-year Data Analyst programme.

Career Opportunities

Many candidates combine data analysis with other areas of interest that also use data. On completion of the programme, you may find yourself in roles such as:

  • Data Analyst
  • Business intelligence analyst
  • Market research analyst
  • Data Quality Analyst
  • Data and Reporting Analyst
Data Analysts in High Demand

Data Analysts are in High Demand

Programme information

Learning outcomes

In your studies, you will learn data visualisation, transforming raw data into understandable graphics. In the professional world, this skill enables you to communicate effectively with senior management, boards of directors or others who may not have the technical expertise to understand raw data and figures.

You will gain a solid understanding of analytical models and practical implementations using industry tools such as Microsoft Excel and Google Spreadsheets. Once the foundation has been laid, you will be guided through the entire process, from data collection to reporting.

Data analysis techniques are practised using proxy datasets, testing your ability to address business-oriented problem areas such as operational management, finance, marketing and HR. The programme also covers innovative data storage, analytical and visual tools, and cloud-based databases.

Read more about the study program in our course catalog.

Course structure

Subjects on Data Analyst one-year programme:

  • Data Analysis Fundamentals
  • Data Driven Decision-Making
  • Spreadsheet Fundamentals
  • Statistical Tools
  • Semester Project
  • Evaluation of Outcomes
  • Data Visualization
  • Analysis Reporting
  • Exam Project

Extended programme information

School: Noroff Higher Vocational College (Noroff Fagskole)
Application deadline: Continuous admission. Applications are processed in the order they are submitted.
Language of instruction: English online. Norwegian/English on campus
Accreditations: Approved for loans and grants from the Norwegian State Educational Loan Fund (Lånekassen). Accredited by NOKUT.
Degree: Professional Degree
Credits: 60 Credits

Hardware and software

We recommend the following specifications for a Windows-based machine, but M1 or newer MacOS based devices will also be suitable:

  • 500 GB hard disk (or 250 GB + cloud storage, e.g., Dropbox, OneDrive, Google Drive - recommended).
  • 8 GB RAM.
  • Core i5 processor.

Admission requirements

Noroff has ongoing admissions, and applications are processed in the order they are received. The earlier you apply, the earlier you can secure a study place.

To qualify for the program, you must have general study competence or vocational education with a professional certificate. It is also possible to apply based on recognized prior learning.

For international students, depending upon which country you have received your education from, the requirements will differ. Please use this website where you can find the specific requirements for your country at the bottom of the page.

You can read more about admission requirements here.

Financing

All our study programs are approved for loans and grants from the Norwegian State Educational Loan Fund (Lånekassen). You can apply to the Loan Fund for basic support (loan and grant; NOK 151,690) and tuition fees (NOK 77,192).

As an adult student, you can receive loans and grants from the State Educational Loan Fund. This also applies if you work while studying.

As a main rule, you must be a Norwegian citizen to receive support from the Norwegian State Educational Fund. However, foreign citizens may also be entitled to financial support. Check here to see if you are eligible.

You can read more about payment, loans, and grants here. 

Our academic staff

Bertram Haskins
This program equips learners with essential skills to analyse, interpret, and apply data effectively in professional settings.Bertram Haskins
Alec du Plessis
Data analysts play a crucial role in the business world today by transforming raw data into actionable insights. Alec du Plessis

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