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Surrey Data Analyst With AI Skills Bootcamp
Enrolling Now! Limited Funded Places Available – Course Starts 7th October 2026
Do you work with data and want to turn it into clearer insights and better decisions? Whether you’re looking to become a data analyst or you work in marketing, project management, leadership, or run your own business, our Surrey Data Analyst With AI Skills Bootcamp will help you build valuable, practical skills. Discover how to use data and AI tools with confidence, uncover meaningful insights and apply them to real-world business challenges – whether you’re employed, self-employed or looking to take the next step in your career.
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Course Overview
Our Surrey Data Analyst With AI Skills Bootcamp is designed for anyone looking to develop practical, in-demand data skills, whether you’re unemployed, employed, self-employed or running your own business. From starting a career in data analytics to progressing in your current role or using data more effectively within your business, the programme will help you build the skills to interpret data, make informed decisions and identify opportunities for improvement and growth.
We believe you’ll get more from your training when you have the opportunity to ask questions and engage with your trainer. That’s why we keep our class sizes small, typically with around 12 participants. You’ll have plenty of opportunities to interact, share ideas and experiences with other learners, and receive support throughout the course.
Meet Nicholas, one of our experienced Data Analytics trainers:
60 hours over 10 weeks
This online course starts on 7th October 2026 and runs for 10 weeks, with live training taking place every Wednesday from 9:30am to 4pm. Most sessions are delivered online, with two in-person, face-to-face sessions taking place on the 28th October and 9th December. Regular breaks are built into each training day, helping you stay focused while making it easier to manage the course alongside your work and other commitments.
The course combines live online group training and coaching with interactive, practical activities, as well as one-to-one support from your trainer. As you’ll be working with data and specialist software throughout the programme, you’ll need access to a Windows laptop or desktop computer for the duration of the course. Apple Mac computers are not suitable, as some of the tools used during the live training sessions are not fully compatible with macOS. Please make sure you have access to an appropriate Windows device before enrolling. If you’re unsure whether your computer meets the requirements, please get in touch with us before submitting your application.
Upon successful completion of the programme, you’ll receive a Data Analyst With AI Skills Bootcamp certificate from Fareport Training and Surrey County Council
For unemployed applicants, sole traders, freelancers and business owners with no employees, the course is fully funded by Surrey County Council. If you’re employed by a business with 1-250 employees, your employer will need to contribute 10% of the course cost per employee attending (typically £240), with the remaining 90% funded. For organisations with 250 or more employees, the employer contribution is 30% per employee, with the remaining 70% funded. Please note that all funding is subject to full eligibility checks
Whether you’re looking to start a new career, develop your skills in your current role, grow your business or strengthen your expertise as a self-employed professional, our Surrey Data Analyst With AI Skills Bootcamp gives you the practical training, knowledge and support to achieve your goals.
To be eligible for the Surrey Data Analyst With AI Skills Bootcamp, applicants must live in Surrey, be aged 19 or over, have the right to work in the UK and have been a UK resident for the past year. The programme is open to unemployed individuals, employees, sole traders, freelancers and business owners.
Applicants should have a genuine interest in data analysis and be committed to developing their skills throughout the bootcamp. The course is particularly suited to those who are relatively new to data analytics and do not already hold technical qualifications in the subject.
Please see start dates below:
Modules
Session 2 – Reporting & Communication (Excel)
Pivot charts – KPIs, finding drivers, seasonality, MoM% / YoY%, benchmarking
Writing a report
Considering the audience
Session 3 – Introduction to Data Visualisation (PBI)
Power query – simple data cleaning
Basic data modelling – linking data in PBI
Data visualisation with purpose
Building a simple dashboard
Copilot in PBI
Session 4 – Dashboards and User Experience (PBI)
Analysing good vs bad dashboards
Metrics: Top 5 / segmenting data / product trackers
Adding pages to a dashboard in PBI
Filtering
Session 5 – Automation (PBI)
Power Apps
Power Pages
Power Automate
Session 6 – Databases (SQL)
Databases
In-depth data modelling – keys & cardinality
Introduction to SQL syntax – filtering, grouping and joining
Session 7 – Querying Data (SQL)
Writing queries to answer business questions:
– List the 10 products this month
– Which country had the most sales?
Which month saw the biggest loss?
Session 8 – Introduction to Python (Python)
Data types, print, variables, loops
Libraries
Loading in a csv
Using AI – e.g. Gemini
Session 9 – Data Cleaning & EDA (Python)
Introduction to EDA
Data cleaning
Importance of data cleaning
Visual exploration using pandas, seaborn, matplotlib
Session 10 – Statistics (Python & Excel)
Distributions
Histograms and box plots
Summary of statistics
Outliers
Outlier Removal Methods
Exam Revision and PL-900 Exam
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for this funded programme, you must meet the following criteria.
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Begin your application today and a member of our team will be in touch to guide you through the next steps. No commitment is required at this stage.
Meet the Trainers
Nicholas Beer
Trainer
With a wealth of experience in the financial services sector, Nicholas is a passionate systems development professional who has excelled in various technical roles. As a proficient MI/BI system developer and lead data analyst, Nicholas has a proven track record of building strong relationships through a friendly and open-minded approach.
Key personal skills include a love of learning, excellent communication, and a positive attitude. Nicholas is known for his inclusive leadership, logical problem-solving, and enthusiastic embrace of change. With extensive knowledge in software engineering and business process improvement, Nicholas brings a clear and enjoyable training style to software development best practices. He looks forward to working with you.
Frequently Asked Questions
The cost structure is as follows:
- Sole traders, freelancers, or business owners without employees: The course is fully funded by the respective funding authority
- Businesses with 1-250 employees: Employers contribute 10% per employee attending, with the remaining 90% funded by the respective funding authority.
- Businesses with 250+ employees: Employers contribute 30% per employee attending, with the remaining 70% funded by the respective funding authority
Please note that funding is subject to full eligibility checks.
A Data Analyst Skills Bootcamp is an intensive, short-term training programme designed to equip individuals with the essential skills required to develop a career in data analysis. These bootcamps are part of the UK’s government initiative to address the growing demand for data professionals and are often fully funded for eligible participants.
The Bootcamp runs for 10 weeks, with live online sessions taking place one day a week, usually from 9:30am to 4.00pm. Each session includes regular breaks and a lunch period.
Attending the Fareport Data Analyst Skills Bootcamp offers several benefits, including:
Industry-Relevant Skills – Participants gain hands-on experience in data analysis, visualisation, and tools like Excel, SQL, and Python.
Career Progression – The demand for data skills is rising, and completing the bootcamp may open doors to an eventual role like a Data Analyst or Business Analyst.
Fully Funded Training – This bootcamp is government-funded for eligible learners, reducing financial barriers to upskilling.
Overall, our Data Analyst Skills Bootcamp course can provide a cost effective route to upskilling, making the course ideal for business owners & employees looking to enhance their data skills.
Participants who successfully finish the Bootcamp will receive a Data Analyst Skills Bootcamp certificate, officially recognised by Fareport Training and the respective funding authority.
You can apply by completing the application form on this page. A team member will then contact you to discuss the next steps.
The Data Analyst Skills Bootcamp is designed for individuals looking to enhance their data skills and advance their careers in data analysis.
It is suitable for:
Early-Career Professionals – Those in entry-level roles who want to develop data skills for career progression.
Existing Business Owners & Employees – Professionals who want to upskill in data analysis to enhance their current roles or support business decision-making.
Our bootcamp provides hands-on training in data collection, analysis, and visualization, helping learners gain industry-relevant skills whilst improving their job prospects. The bootcamp is funded, making it an accessible option for skill development.
Eligible participants must:
- Be aged 19 or older on 31st August 2025
- Live within the area the Data Analyst Skills Bootcamp is being offered in
- Have the right to work in the UK and have maintained UK residency for the last year
- Be self-employed or employed and looking to upskill in data
- Be relatively new to data analytics and do not already hold advanced technical qualifications in the field
No, you are only eligible to study our courses if you are living or working in England and meet all our eligibility criteria.
Yes, please still apply. All our Skills Bootcamp courses are flexible so you can easily catch up on what you’ve missed when you return from holiday.
You will need access to a Windows laptop or desktop computer and a reliable internet connection to take part in the online training. Apple Mac computers are not suitable for this course because some of the software and tools used during the Bootcamp are not fully compatible with macOS.
Individuals are permitted to enrol in only one Skills Bootcamp per funding year (1st April to 31st March).
This limitation ensures that participants can fully commit to and benefit from the intensive training provided by each bootcamp. It also allows equitable access to these government-funded programmes, enabling a broader range of individuals to enhance their skills and improve their employment prospects. Therefore, if you have already completed a Skills Bootcamp within the current funding year, you would need to wait until the next funding cycle to enrol in another.
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Course Reviews
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I had the privilege of learning under Nicholas Beer during the Data Analytics Skills Bootcamp at Fareport, and I couldn’t have asked for a more supportive and knowledgeable mentor. His ability to break down complex concepts into digestible insights was truly remarkable, and his encouragement kept us motivated throughout. Nick’s passion for data analytics and his genuine commitment to our success left a lasting impression.
I recommend him to anyone looking for an exceptional mentor in the field.
Pristyle Loko
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I am writing to highly recommend Nicholas Beer, who served as my trainer during the Data Analytics Bootcamp at Fareport Training. Throughout the course, Nicholas exhibited exceptional knowledge, teaching skills, and a dedication to his students’ success.
Nicholas has an outstanding ability to break down complex concepts into digestible and understandable portions. He has an in-depth understanding of data analytics, covering everything from basic statistics to more advanced analytical methods, and his ability to explain these topics with clarity and patience was instrumental in my learning experience.
What truly set Nicholas apart, however, was his commitment to creating an engaging and supportive learning environment. He was always approachable, taking the time to address any questions or challenges I had, both in and outside of class. Whether through one-on-one assistance or group discussions, he consistently went above and beyond to ensure we fully grasped the material.
Beyond just teaching the curriculum, Nicholas encouraged us to think critically and approach problems with an analytical mindset, helping us develop skills that will be invaluable in real-world data analysis situations. His practical approach to teaching ensured that we were not only absorbing theoretical knowledge but were also gaining hands-on experience that we could apply immediately.
Nicholas also demonstrated incredible professionalism and passion for teaching, making each lesson both informative and enjoyable. His positive attitude and enthusiasm for data analytics were contagious, motivating me to put forth my best effort throughout the bootcamp.
I am confident that Nicholas Beer will continue to be a valuable asset to future students at Fareport Training. I highly recommend him as a trainer for anyone looking to deepen their knowledge in data analytics.
Steven Vu
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I had the pleasure of learning from Nick during my data analytics course with Fareport Training. His deep knowledge and engaging teaching style made complex concepts easy to grasp. Nick is not only an excellent tutor but also genuinely caring, providing support and encouragement throughout the learning process. He emphasises the importance of people, relationships and collaboration in data-driven work, which inspired me to think critically about the impact of data. I highly recommend him to anyone looking to excel in the field.
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