Potential earnings
£47,936.90
Data analysts gather and organise a variety of data and analyse it to understand what it means for their organisation or society.
Main tasks
- Presents findings for technical or non-technical audiences to inform the decisions of companies, government or other organisations.
- Creates visual representations of data, such as data dashboards and graphs.
- Analyses data to identify trends and patterns in a variety of fields, such as opinion polling, predicting demand for goods and services, or the testing of new medications.
- Gathers, cleans and collates datasets and develops data management processes and policies.
Source: Office for National Statistics.
Salary and earnings
Average earnings
£30,685.48
Source: Office for National Statistics' Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE).
Skills & knowledge
The top 5 most important skills and knowledge requirements relevant to this career.
Active Listening
Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
Critical Thinking
Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
Speaking
Talking to others to convey information effectively.
Active Learning
Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
Mathematics
Using mathematics to solve problems.
Customer and Personal Service
Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
Mathematics
Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.
Economics and Accounting
Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial markets, banking and the analysis and reporting of financial data.
Computers and Electronics
Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.
English Language
Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
What course level do I need to study?
The level of study required will vary with each job, sector and company. The table below shows the level of study achieved by those currently working in this career choice.
Educational requirements: Level 3 NVQ; A Levels
Source: Office for National Statistics.
| Level of study | Percentage achieved |
|---|---|
| Level 1 | 1% |
| Level 2 | 9% |
| Level 3 | 21% |
| Level 4-5 (Higher Education) | 4% |
| Level 6 (Bachelors) | 41% |
| Level 7 (Masters or equivalent) | 21% |
| Level 8 (Doctorate) | 3% |
Source: Labour Force Survey (LFS) data.
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