The first course in the Big Data MicroMasters program being offered through AdelaideX launches in self-paced mode today, 15 May. Programming for Data Science is the first of five courses, plus an assessment piece included in the Big Data MicroMasters. This master’s level program aimed at career advancement will allow learners to potentially earn credit towards a Master of Data Science planned for a 2018 start. Additional courses in the Big Data MicroMasters are due for release from July to December 2017.