Program Overview

Certificate in Data Science for Psychology

Overview

The Data Science Certificate for Psychology Majors is designed for psychology majors who want to expand their skillset and pursue a career in data science. This program provides a solid foundation in data analysis, statistics, and programming, as well as the tools and techniques needed to work with large datasets.

Program Requirements

• Must be a Psychology major at SF State University.
• All courses for the certificate must be completed with a minimum GPA of 2.0.

Program Learning Outcomes

1. Demonstrate proficiency in the fundamentals of data science for psychology: theory, tools, and techniques.
2. Demonstrate ability to synthesize data science concepts around the big questions in psychology and behavior science to develop solutions to real-life problems.
3. Demonstrate effective scientific communication skills, verbal and written, to convey information to multidisciplinary audiences from different functional areas of the psychology field.

Certificate in Data Science for Psychology - 18 units

Core (18 units)

• Course List Code: CSC 101, Title: Introduction to Computing, Units: 3
• Course List Code: PSY 171, Title: Quantitative Reasoning in Psychology, Units: 3
• Course List Code: PSY 200, Title: General Psychology, Units: 3
• Course List Code: PSY 371, Title: Psychological Statistics, Units: 3
• Course List Code: PSY 490, Title: Introduction to Data Science for Psychology, Units: 3
• Course List Code: PSY 571, Title: Intermediate Psychological Statistics, Units: 3

About the Program

Throughout the program, students will learn to use programming languages such as R and Java to collect, manipulate, and analyze data. They will also learn how to use statistical software to visualize and communicate their findings effectively. The certificate program will cover topics such as data visualization, statistical inference, regression analysis, and machine learning, among others.

As a student in the program, individuals will have access to hands-on learning experiences through various projects and exercises, allowing them to put their newly acquired skills into practice. They will also have the opportunity to work on real-world data science problems through internships or research projects with faculty members.

Earning a data science certificate as a psychology major will help individuals stand out in the job market, as it will demonstrate their ability to analyze and interpret data, which is a crucial skill in many fields. Whether interested in pursuing a career in data science, or simply wanting to enhance their existing skillset, this certificate program is an excellent choice.