Program Overview

Foundations of Data Science (Certificate)

Overview

The Graduate Certificate in Foundations of Data Science is designed for students interested in a focused amount of foundational data science training as a gateway into a full graduate degree, as an augmenting experience to combine with other graduate studies, or as stand-alone training for advancement in professional roles. It lays the groundwork for understanding basic data science, including data mining and discovery, data visualization and ethical issues in information. The transdisciplinary curriculum prepares graduates to be doers, thinkers, solvers and game changers who tackle real-world problems that arise at the intersection of technology, people and information.

Coursework Location(s)

• Main/Tucson
• Online - Arizona Online

Areas of Interest

• Mathematics, Statistics & Data Science
• Computer & Information Science
• Engineering & Technology
• Social & Behavioral Sciences
• Interdisciplinary Studies

Minimum Credit Units

• 9 Units

Required units may vary depending on the degree and/or minors pursued. Prospective students should familiarize themselves with the policies for the particular degrees in which they are interested.

Graduate College Admissions Requirements

Minimum graduate admissions requirements* for Certificates:

1. An awarded four-year undergraduate bachelor degree from a regionally accredited U.S. institution, or a comparable international degree recognized by the home country Ministry of Education. (For international students see Minimum International Degree Requirements.)
2. Proof of English proficiency is required for international applicants who hold citizenship from a country where English is not the official language. (View our English Requirement list to verify your need to submit an English proficiency test.)
3. Minimum GPA of 2.75 based on a 4.0 scale for Certificate applicants.

Individual programs may have additional requirements, such as a higher minimum GPA or test scores, please verify requirements with your program of interest. Applicants will also be required to submit a statement of purpose and at least one letter of recommendation.

Department / Academic Unit

• College of Information Science

Degree

• Graduate Certificate