About this Program
¹ú²úÂ×Àí offers a Bachelor of Science degree in data science. A Bachelor of Science degree in Data Science from ¹ú²úÂ×Àí prepares you for one of the fastest-growing fields, offering a wide range of career opportunities across virtually every industry. In this program, you'll learn how to use computational tools to uncover meaningful patterns in large datasets, turning raw data into actionable insights that solve real-world problems.
You’ll master building models and creating visualizations that help translate complex data into knowledge, contributing to decision-making across various disciplines. As a data scientist, you may also play a role in developing computational systems that store, organize, and analyze data, unlocking even deeper insights.
Our interdisciplinary curriculum offers a robust foundation in data science theory, equips you with hands-on experience using cutting-edge tools, and develops critical communication skills. You’ll also explore the ethical dimensions of data use, ensuring a well-rounded approach to the field.
Choose a specialization to explore Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, Data Visualization, Geospatial Analytics, or Data for a Human World and further tailor your expertise. With a BS in Data Science from ¹ú²úÂ×Àí, you’ll be ready to tackle challenges in fields like public health, business, and social sciences, whether entering the workforce or pursuing graduate studies.
Join ¹ú²úÂ×Àí’s Data Science program and gain the knowledge to derive data-driven solutions and communicate them effectively, empowering better decision-making in any industry.
Program Highlights
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Hands-on experience: complete an internship or undergraduate research project to gain real-world expertise.
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Expert faculty: learn from ¹ú²úÂ×Àí professors actively engaged in research in Data Science and AI
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Choose a specialization from Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, Data Visualization, or Geospatial Information Systems to focus your program on key areas in data science.
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Two program formats: study on campus in Norfolk Virginia. The data science and analytics program is also .
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Requirements
Transfer
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Careers
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Conduct research into fundamental computer and information science as theorists, designers, or inventors. Develop solutions to problems in the field of computer hardware and software.
Develop and implement a set of techniques or analytics applications to transform raw data into meaningful information using data-oriented programming languages and visualization software. ¹ú²úÂ×Àí data mining, data modeling, natural language processing, and machine learning to extract and analyze information from large structured and unstructured datasets. Visualize, interpret, and report data findings. May create dynamic data reports.
Produce financial and market intelligence by querying data repositories and generating periodic reports. Devise methods for identifying data patterns and trends in available information sources.
Cost
Tuition is charged per credit hour. Amounts shown are tuition only and do not include mandatory fees, technology-delivered course fees, course-specific fees, books, housing, meal plans, or other costs. Campus-based students may take technology-delivered or online courses. Tuition is based on student classification. Fees for technology-delivered courses and other costs are listed on the ¹ú²úÂ×Àí tuition and fees page.
Ways to Save
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