This course allows students to build some essential foundations needed to succeed in the sciences. It introduces students to the scientist's toolkit, which includes tools for thinking, describing, analysing, and communicating science. It covers

fundamental concepts and transferable skills such as critical thinking, problem solving, analytical reasoning, communication (including written

skills), teamwork and being aware of your responsibilities as emerging scientists.

Students are exposed to the importance of?statistical learning in?understanding?a scientific problem?by learning relationships and structures from data.?Students are introduced to the application of various analytical methods, digital and information literacy concepts, communications tools and foundational statistics within the context of major global societal, industrial, and technological challenges.

The course will enable students to bring understanding of the unique role of a scientist in pursuing knowledge of the natural, physical and social worlds based on learning from

data and developing associated transferable skills to enhance their future careers.