Data Science Bootcamp
Our immersive 12-week Data Science Bootcamp will provide you with the skills, knowledge, and confidence to launch a career in Data Science. From SQL to Python to Machine Learning and beyond, you’ll learn a mix of programming, mathematical, and applied data skills to help you succeed on the job.
Overview
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12 Week Bootcamp On Site
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40hrs+ Full-Time
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70hr Prep Module
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8:1 Mentor Ratio
What you will learn:
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Data Foundations
Dive into Python and get to know fundamental tools such as Git, GitHub, bash commands, and Jupyter Notebooks. Build up your foundations in probability and statistics, and learn how to access JSON APIs to fetch datasets and extract key insights.
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Data Wrangling
Learn how to clean and structure complex data sets. Apply different data wrangling techniques to prepare JSON and XML files, leverage SQL to clean your data, and use APIs to access data from various sources.
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Data Visualization
Discover how to translate your data into shareable insights with data visualization. Learn the most popular tools - like matplotlib, Seaborn, and Plotly - and learn how to select the best tools to convey the story you want to tell.
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Machine Learning
Machine Learning is core to applied Data Science, and you’ll learn how to build Machine Learning models from the ground up, including data preparation, dimensionality reduction, optimization and evaluation.
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Data Engineering
Learn how to improve data quality and move models into production and deployment. Develop data engineering pipelines and Machine Learning deployment using cloud tools like Apache Spark, Docker, Flask, and more.
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Deep Learning
Dive into deep learning techniques and learn about the densely-connected neural networks that drive performance. Learn to identify the appropriate neural network architecture for a given problem and data set.
Learn from home
Since 2013, we’ve been offering outcomes driven education to over 1,500 career-minded students and successfully delivered immersive remote education to cohorts around the country. As of March 2020, our programs are online to ensure the safety of our community and make our students more ready for the work from home culture that is growing in demand.
Same great education & career services, also available online.
Our Approach
Lighthouse Labs is not your typical school. With the support of a diverse community of mentors and peers, our industry-driven bootcamp programs provide you with the skills and support to kick-start your career growth. Our dedicated Career services team that will support your transition from the classroom and into a job. Since 2013, our unique approach has launched more than 1500 grads into fulfilling careers in tech.
Inside Our Data Science Bootcamp Curriculum
Download our curriculum package for a more detailed look at our Data Science Bootcamp curriculum, educational philosophy, and the support structures we use throughout your Bootcamp journey and beyond.
Download Curriculum PackageOur Grads Launch Fulfilling Tech Careers
93%
Employment Rate
For job-seeking graduates within 120 days of graduation. See our latest Student Outcomes Report for a detailed breakdown.
$52K
Starting Salary
For job-seeking Toronto students who accepted full-time salaried positions. See our latest Student Outcomes Report for a detailed breakdown of salaries in each city.
A SPECIAL KIND OF STUDENT.
We’re looking for a rare breed: someone who is seeking an opportunity for extraordinary growth, ready to thrive in an intense learning environment, and LOVES data!
Above all we admire:-
Curiosity
If you’re the kind of person who’s been asking "why" and "how" since you could speak, you’ll fit right in. We believe the best Data Scientists are curious individuals who love to dig deeper and uncover new insights.
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Aptitude for analytics and problem solving
You aren’t afraid of the word ‘algorithms’. You think in a logical, structured way, can find patterns in anything, and love problem-solving.
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Grit
Becoming a data scientist is far from easy. Our program requires motivation, hard work, and resilience. You have goals in mind and the determination to reach them. You get it done.
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Culture Add
We’re an array of personalities from every imaginable background, and the result is amazing. If you’re kind, quick, and a little quirky, we’ll be fast friends.
In case it wasn’t clear:
No previous data science, data analysis, or programming experience is required to attend Lighthouse Labs.
LAUNCH A NEW CAREER
Our dedicated Career Services team is here to help you jump from the classroom into the real world. We work with you to identify your unique career goals and guide you to success.
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Career coaching
Plan your career strategy with our team of tech recruitment experts.
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Resume and Portfolio Reviews
Detailed, personalized feedback and tips to elevate your resume.
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Interview Training
Interview workshops and mock technical interviews will help you ace your post-bootcamp interviews.
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Employer Outreach and Events
Our team constantly reaches out to a growing network of employers, and hosts events such as Employer Demo Day and Speed Interviewing where you can meet employers and showcase your skills.
Admissions Process.
Our students put their trust in us, so we hold ourselves to the highest standards to ensure that everyone coming into our program is set up for success.
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Apply online
A short 5-10 minute application for you to introduce yourself, including your education, previous experience, and your superpower. You know, the important details that help us get to know you. New cohorts fill up on a rolling basis, so make sure to submit your application as soon as possible!
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Interview
Our admissions team will get in touch (quickly!) after reviewing your application and invite you for an interview. During the interview, we'll discuss your background and post-bootcamp goals so we can get to know you better. This is also your opportunity to ask any questions you might have. The interview is a chance for both of us to assess if this program is a fit for you."
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Prep Modules
The first step to becoming a Data Scientist is laying good foundations with our Prep Modules. This free, self-paced online course will introduce you to the technologies and tools you’ll use throughout bootcamp, including Git, Github, Python and math concepts. You’re required to complete the Prep Modules before your first day of bootcamp.
Key Dates.
Once you are accepted into a cohort, your place in the program will only be reserved once we have received your deposit. Deposits can be paid by credit card, and we are able to accept wire transfers for the remainder of your tuition. Your tuition is due 2 weeks before your start date.
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When to Apply
6-10 weeks before your intended start date.
For bootcamp, we recommend you apply 6-10 weeks before your desired start date as our cohorts start on a rolling basis. The more time you have for prep and stretch goals, the better!
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Bootcamp
Length: 12 weeks on-site
The mandatory 70hr prep modules must be completed at least one week before the start of on-site Bootcamp.
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Demo Day
Final Week
Present your final project to the masses!
View past projects page here
Dollars & Start Dates.
Please select a city to see pricing & start dates.
Full Tuition Fee
$ 11,500Deposit
$ 1,150Start Dates
Vancouver
Jul 20 - Oct 9
Sep 14 - Dec 4
Toronto
Montreal
Calgary
Victoria
Ottawa
* Dates are for the 12 weeks of bootcamp and do not include the Prep Module.
* Price includes taxes
COVID-19 SUPPORT: $500,000 IN TOTAL SCHOLARSHIPS
Given current health and economic incertitude, Lighthouse recognizes the challenges we are facing and wants to respond through help and support for our community. While we continue to deliver the same high quality education as usual, we’ve decided to allocate an emergency scholarship fund of $500,000 to support students in need.
If you’re facing financial uncertainty or are out of school as a result of COVID-19, apply now for this special scholarship.
