Data Science is an interdisciplinary field that uses scientific methods, processes, algorithms and systems to extract knowledge and insights from data in various forms, both structured and unstructured. New computational and analytic approaches to a vast array of forms, scales, and sources of data are now critical to research, decision-making, and action.
Data scientists develop mathematical models, computational methods and tools for exploring, analyzing and making predictions from data. They ask appropriate questions about data and interpret the predictions based on their expertise of the subject domain.
The rigorous curriculum in Data Science program focuses on the fundamentals of applied mathematics, computer science, probability, statistics, optimization, and machine learning while incorporating real-world examples.
After completion of the B.S in Data Science, students will be able to:
- Provide effective solutions to complex problems, based on technical knowledge, methods, and practices of the dynamic data science field.
- Serve and work as effective and ethical data science professionals to contribute to their community and society.
- Assume positions of leadership in industry, academia, public service, and entrepreneurship.
The BS in Data Science 2023-2024 has been amended as part of continuous improvement of the program, and in alignment with criteria for accreditation of Data Science programs made available by ABET as of October 31, 2023.
For program purpose, objectives, and learning outcomes see the Department of Data Science and Business Analytics .
For an example degree plan see the Bachelor of Science, Data Science (Plan of Study) .
**Course offering frequency subject to change**
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