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Data Science in Physics (Certificate) at Simon Fraser University

Simon Fraser University, Canada

Programme overview

The Data Science in Physics certificate is for students who want to apply statistical analysis methods to physics data. It develops an appreciation of the collection and processing of experimental data and the statistical and computational tools to analyze and visualize it.

Faculty: Faculty of Science  |  Department: Department of Physics  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Burnaby, British Columbia, Canada

What you will study

22 units including PHYS 233 Physics Laboratory III, STAT 240 Introduction to Data Science, STAT 270 Introduction to Probability and Statistics, STAT 452 Statistical Learning and Prediction, and options such as Introduction to Observational Astrophysics, Introduction to Quantum Information Science and Statistical Physics.

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Entry requirements

A grade of C- or better is required in each prerequisite course to enrol in courses, and a cumulative GPA of at least 2.0 must be maintained in certificate courses. Units may also count toward a major or minor but not another certificate or diploma.

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the courses you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Apply through the official page: https://www.sfu.ca/students/admission.html

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