Program Overview

College of Arts & Sciences

Data Science

The Data Science program is a master's degree that prepares students for a career as a software engineer, systems analyst, database administrator, research analyst, and more.

• Degree Type: MS
• The program teaches students about data analytics, cyber security, high-performance computing, and digital forensics.
• Core courses include:
  • Machine Learning
  • Foundation of Data Science
  • Advanced Algorithms and Applications
  • Database Application Development or Database Systems
• Electives include:
  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Data Mining
  • Deep Learning
  • Modern Cryptography
  • Cloud Computing
  • Digital Media Forensics
• Students can also take electives outside the department, such as Data Science for Business and Introduction to Bioinformatics.
• The program offers two plans:
  • Plan I (thesis option) for students considering a doctorate degree
  • Plan II (non-thesis option) for students focusing on professional development

Program Director

Dr. Mahmut Unan

About the Program

The Data Science program is designed to provide students with a well-rounded education, teaching them about various categories, including data analytics, cyber security, high-performance computing, and digital forensics.

Delivery Methods

On-Campus

The program delivers most of its content via on-campus, in-person meetings.