Drawing on statistics, computer science and mathematics, the Master of Science in Data Science focuses on the effective use of a vast array of information drawn from the natural and social sciences. Because of the interdisciplinary nature of the curriculum and unique access to collaborative outside agencies and organizations, the program offers a rich, hands-on experience.
Students are equipped with the latest tools for analysis and data visualization and are immersed in complex topics, such as how to identify patterns from large swathes of data. Courses also cover machine learning and Python, JavaScript and R programming languages.