Tuwaiq Academy in Riyadh, in collaboration with Meta, has introduced the first diploma in data science and artificial intelligence.
This program, accredited by the Technical and Vocational Training Corp., aims to provide students with essential skills for thriving in these expanding fields. It begins in December 2024 and spans nine months, focusing on practical, market-relevant skills.
Participants will delve into machine learning, data analysis with Python and Tableau, AI system development, and big data management. These competencies will empower students to develop innovative technological solutions for various societal challenges.
Jouelle Awad from Meta highlighted the partnership’s goal to launch educational programs with professional certifications, enhancing the skills of Saudi youth and promoting innovation across sectors.
Tuwaiq Academy has recently initiated over 160 camps and programs in diverse technical fields, demonstrating its commitment to offering varied educational opportunities.
CEO Abdulaziz Al-Hamadi emphasized that the data science and AI diploma strengthens the academy’s role in providing educational pathways through boot camps and professional programs.
In August, the academy, in partnership with Stanford University, launched a machine-learning bootcamp starting on Sept. 30. This two and a half month program focuses on enhancing technical skills in machine learning fundamentals.
The bootcamp covers large-scale graph analysis, graph data structures, graph neural networks, and tools for graph-based machine learning. Participants will tackle real-world problems, with top performers receiving job placement opportunities.
Since its establishment in 2019, Tuwaiq Academy has been training over 1,000 in-person trainees daily and offers professional certifications in collaboration with major global organizations like Apple, Meta, Amazon, Alibaba, Dell, CompTIA, OffSec, IBM, and Microsoft.
The academy is committed to developing skilled professionals, university students, and graduates, with a strong focus on fostering technical creativity, including at the high-school level.