Program Overview

Introduction to the Bachelor's Program in Mathematical and Earth Sciences with Emphasis on Data Analysis

The contemporary world is characterized by an increasingly rapid generation of complex data by humans and machines. Daily, humans are exposed to a growing amount of data consumption and production. Once treated and analyzed, these data carry significant meaning and contain relevant information that can lead to advancements not only in other areas of knowledge but also in the provision of better public services, social development, economic growth, and job creation.

Program Objectives and Description

The Bachelor's program in Mathematical and Earth Sciences with an emphasis on Data Analysis aims to form professionals capable of "thinking with data," possessing theoretical and practical competence to handle situations and domains of application. Graduates of this emphasis should be able to:

• Understand, formulate, and refine appropriate questions
• Collect, model, and explore related data
• Process data and perform necessary analyses
• Obtain and communicate relevant knowledge
• Internalize values of social responsibility, justice, and professional ethics
• Utilize technological resources and propose, master, and promote the application of new technologies
• Possess relationship skills, the ability to act in multidisciplinary teams, and catalyze and use contributions from people and groups
• Have skills to deal with innovative management models
• Pursue continuous professional improvement
• Develop the capacity to elaborate, implement, and consolidate data analysis projects in organizations
• Develop expression and communication compatible with professional practice

Curriculum and Requirements

To achieve these objectives, it is essential to dedicate efforts to forming human resources in the entire chain of data analysis with solid knowledge in the areas of Computing, Statistics, and Mathematics. This good formation will allow the development of the entire chain of data analyses through computational tools capable of exploring the generated data in a competent and efficient manner, supporting the decision-making process in the axes of society such as academia, government, and companies.

To capacitate students in the Data Analysis emphasis to perform the activities described above as professionals, they must, in addition to the common core disciplines predicted in the Bachelor's program, take specific mandatory disciplines in the areas of Computing and Statistics.

Research Areas and Specializations

The program focuses on developing professionals with a strong foundation in data analysis, which can be applied across various fields, including but not limited to:

• Computational tools and technologies
• Statistical analysis and modeling
• Mathematical foundations for data science
• Applications in earth sciences and other disciplines

Professional Development and Career Paths

Graduates of the program are expected to have a wide range of career opportunities in both public and private sectors, including roles in data analysis, science, research, and development, where they can apply their skills in data handling, analysis, and interpretation to drive decision-making and innovation.