What is Big Data?

Big Data is big data that changes quickly and is complex. However, there is no single definition for Big Data, according to IBM, Big Data is defined as 4V, including:
– Volume: Volume of data
– Velocity: Speed ​​of data
– Variety: Variety of data
– Veracity: Data authenticity

Study Big Data Systems at SIU

Data is a valuable resource in the digital age because it contains valuable information related to almost all areas of social life. The Economist magazine has also affirmed that the most valuable resource today is not oil but data. But it would also be useless without someone skilled to analyze it.

Majoring in Big Data Systems at Saigon International University (SIU), students will be trained according to a program designed to meet US quality standards at world-class facilities, equipment and facilities. modern and advanced technology.

Big data system is one of the four majors in the Computer Science division, so students will be able to use the SIU AI LAB Center – a large – scale invested artificial intelligence center equipped with a server system. AI Servers, robots imported from advanced technology firms: NVIDIA, Lambda, PAL Robotics, … serve the needs of learning, practice and in-depth research.

In particular, a new feature in training from 2022 is the University Early Career Program to help students locate their personal capacity, fully equipped with skills and knowledge to meet the expertise of the training profession. Create and be ready for career opportunities right from the time you are at the School.

Industry highlights

Equip students with the necessary knowledge and skills to adapt to the world of information technology

Trained in the software industry, capable of programming from smart phones, games to robot development, …

Other necessary skills such as: critical thinking, the ability to analyze, synthesize and solve problems

Develop soft skills such as leadership, management and communication

Talent Scholarship Program

scholarship of 100% of 4-year tuition fees at SIU is for students who are applying for high school results in a combination of 3 subjects with 25 points or more, no priority points for areas or subjects. Or consider grade 12 transcripts with 3 combined subjects with 25 points or more and have good academic performance all year 12.

The scholarship of 60% of 4-year tuition fee at SIU is for students who are applying for high school results in a combination of 3 subjects with 23 points or more, no priority points for areas or subjects. Or consider the grade 12 transcript with 3 combined subjects with 23 points or more and have good academic performance all year 12.

A scholarship of 40% of the 4-year tuition fee at SIU is for students who apply for high school results in a combination of 3 subjects with 21 points or more, no points for priority areas or subjects. Or consider grade 12 transcripts with 3 combined subjects with 21 or more points and have good academic performance all year 12.

SIU offers a scholarship of 10% of the 1st year tuition fee for applicants nationwide.

Students majoring in Artificial Intelligence are also facilitated to enjoy rewards and sponsorships from other funding sources such as scientific research, start-ups, social activities, sponsored businesses, etc.

In order to develop high-quality human resources in artificial intelligence for the development of Vietnam, SIU encourages and supports young people with passion and aspiration for their field of study, with a special scholarship program, and a team of dedicated staff. Top class instructors. We are ready to welcome all candidates who meet the admission criteria and are qualified to conquer the Artificial Intelligence major at SIU.

Admission conditions

● Admissions criteria in 2022: 60 students

● Major code: 7480101

● Admissions methods

+ Examination of academic records by results of 5 semesters (2 semesters of grade 10, 2 semesters of grade 11 and semester I of grade 12)

+ Admission is based on the results of the competency assessment exam of Vietnam National University Ho Chi Minh City 2022

+ According to high school exam results

– Combination of high school results: A00 (Math, Physics, Chemistry), A01 (Math, Physics, English), D01 (Math, Literature, English), D90 (Math, English, Science).

+ Review 12th grade’s transcripts

– According to the 12th grade’s transcripts with students with good academic performance in the whole year of 12th grade, the total score of 3 subjects in the admissions combination is 18 points or more.

– Admissions combinations of 12th grade: A00 (Math, Physics, Chemistry), A01 (Math, Physics, English), D01 (Math, Literature, English) and D07 (Math, Chemistry, English).

● Tuition fee (not reduced by incentives and scholarships): 31,266,000 VND/semester

● Training period: 4 years

Career potential & Attractive salary

Nowadays, the role of Big Data is extremely important. There have been many organizations and technology corporations that are investing in developing strongly such as: Apple, Intel, Dell, Facebook, Google, Amazon… According to ResearchAndMarkets statistics, this field is valued up to 162, 6 billion USD in 2021 and reach 273.4 billion USD in 2026, a forecast growth of 11% per year. Therefore, job opportunities in the field of big data are more open than ever.

Along with that, the remuneration and salary regime is recorded as quite high compared to the common ground. According to TopDev’s IT Market Report 2021, the positions with attractive income levels are Data Scientist ($2,032), Data Engineer ($1,737), Big Data Engineer ($1,695), IT Business Analyst ($966). .

In Vietnam, according to data from VietnamWorks, the average income of an employee in the big data industry is usually around 800 – 1,100 USD/month for new graduates with less than 2 years of experience. For long-term employees, it can be much larger.

However, although businesses currently pay a very high remuneration, it is still difficult to attract quality human resources for these positions.