Skill Sprint

Data Visualisation

This expert-led Skill Sprint introduces the foundational principles of data visualisation and guides you through the process of designing clear, purposeful visuals that support effective decision-making.

Over three structured units, you will explore the theory behind visual perception, learn to select the right chart for the right message, and apply core design principles to real-world business scenarios. This course equips you with the skills to design and evaluate data visualisations that support clear, informed communication in professional settings.

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Levels

Each level within the Data Visualisation Skill Sprint set provides six hours of targeted content to build skills progressively and meet wider challenges.



All levels offer you the opportunity to share and learn from other professionals on the skill sprint of what works, what might work, and what has worked in the past.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Skill Sprint?

A Skill Sprint is a short online learning course, designed and delivered live by our industry-experts, that rapidly gives you key skills and knowledge on a specific topic so that you can make an immediate impact in your role. 

The skills you need, when you need them. 

We’ve created Skill Sprints at different levels and in a format that is convenient and timely for you. You can start at a place that meets your current skill level and grow your knowledge to the level that best suits your needs. 

Who is this Skill Sprint for?

Skill sprints have been developed in association with our industry partners.  They are a reflection of the needs of L&D and Hiring managers who have told us about their current workforce needs. 

Learners frequently include:

  • Data Analysts & Scientists: Professionals who regularly work with data and need to effectively communicate their findings and insights through compelling visuals.

  • Business Intelligence Professionals: Individuals responsible for creating dashboards, reports, and presentations, aiming to design clearer, more impactful data representations.

  • Marketing & Sales Professionals: Those who present performance metrics, market research, or sales trends and want to create more persuasive and understandable visual stories.

  • Researchers & Academics: People who need to present complex study results, experimental data, or survey findings clearly and engagingly in papers, posters, or presentations.

  • Project Managers: Individuals who track project progress, resource allocation, and budget against plans, needing to visualise this data to convey status and identify issues quickly.

  • Journalists & Content Creators: Those who use data to support their stories and want to translate statistics into accessible and informative graphics for their audience.

  • Managers & Team Leaders: Anyone who regularly reviews data to make decisions or communicates data-driven insights to their team or stakeholders, needing to understand and interpret visuals effectively.

  • Anyone Working with Spreadsheets: Individuals who often use Excel or similar tools and want to move beyond basic charts to create more sophisticated and insightful visualisations.

I can see Levels 1, 2, and 3 on this topic page. What’s the difference?

Some of our Skill Sprints include multiple levels (levels 1,2,3), each designed to build on the one before, and increasing in breadth and depth of learning.

Level 1 typically focuses on the essential knowledge and core techniques.  They’re ideal for anyone starting out or looking to build a foundation on the topic.  It can also serve as a useful refresher on the topic

Level 2 will then introduce more advanced concepts and is typically suited to those with some prior experience in the subject.

Level 3 sprints will usually explore strategic or specialist application of learning, often relevant to senior professionals or those applying these skills at an organisational level, or within a strategic context.

Because these sprints are stackable, Levels 2 and 3 assume existing knowledge attainable from prior levels.   If you are unsure, we recommend beginning with Level 1 giving you the opportunity to build up to a complete skillset.  However, anyone with the underpinning skills is welcome on any level.

How do I enrol in this Skill Sprint?

Ready to give your career a boost? You can click the Enrol now button above to enrol via our secure checkout platform. If you have any questions, contact us here or via our live chat and we’ll be happy to help.

How is this Skill Sprint assessed?

Skill Sprints are assessed by a pre-learning evaluation, a quiz after each unit, and a post-learning evaluation. These steps must be completed within 2 weeks after completing your last live session to receive your Skill Sprint badge. 

While not mandatory, we recommend that you complete an action learning log - short written reflections on the content and your personal experiences after each session - to reinforce your learning. This is also a great way to refresh your memory and plan for how you will use your skills in the future

What happens if I miss a live session?

UCD Professional Academy encourages learners to attend as many of the live sessions as possible to make the most of each Skill Sprint.

But don’t worry!  We understand that life gets in the way.  Video recordings will be available for each unit so you can catch up on anything you missed.  This means you can still access your Skill Sprint materials and earn your badge by completing the quizzes.

What happens after I complete this Skill Sprint?

On successful completion of this Skill Sprint, you will receive your UCD Professional Academy Skill Sprint badge.  This will be sent by email. You can then share this with your employer, colleagues, or with your wider professional network on social media.

How can I continue my learning journey?

If you’re ready to take the next step in your learning journey, why not take the next level of this Skill Sprint, or browse our other Skill Sprints to build a bespoke learning experience that meets your exact needs.

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