Work-in-progress: Data Science Challenge-X: self-directed, competence-based, project-based learning

We discuss in this paper the implementation of a project-based self-direct learning competency-based project module in our Bachelor Data Science programme. The goal of the course is to integrate in a later stage all project modules, which are now divided in two: one with and one without external industry partners, treating different aspects of data science with a pre-defined goal and clear objectives for the project. Switching for a competency-based learner-based paradigm with agile aspects and intrinsic focus, we define the core project goals as secondary and develop core data science competences which are acquired by the students and reflected in a learning journal.