Engineering Science (Data Science) MS at University at Buffalo

Programme overview

A broad education in big data and analytics combining theory with hands-on practice, with focus areas in data collection and management, data analytics, scalable data-driven discovery and fundamental concepts. Courses are in person.

Faculty: School of Engineering and Applied Sciences | Department: Institute for Artificial Intelligence and Data Science | Duration: 30 credit hours; can be completed in one calendar year (cohort-based) | Intake: Fall (suggested February 15) and Spring (suggested October 1); rolling | Study mode: In Person / Full Time | Location: Buffalo, NY, United States

What you will study

Core (EAS 501 Numerical Mathematics, EAS 502 Probability, EAS 503 Programming and Databases, EAS 508/509 Statistical Learning I and II, EAS 550 Data Models and Query Languages, EAS 574 Introduction to Machine Learning); electives (e.g. CSE 546, 562, 676, STA 567); EAS 504 Data Science Survey; EAS 560 Data Science Project or CDA 650, with a Practicum Track option.

Career pathways

Prepares graduates for analytics roles serving employer needs.

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Application information

Entry requirements

B average or better in a recognized undergraduate program; prior knowledge of calculus, multivariate calculus, linear algebra, statistics and probability, programming (C/C++/Python/Java) and data structures. Statement of purpose; resume/CV; unofficial transcripts (official after offer); GRE optional but recommended; letters optional but recommended; $100 application fee. International applicants: TOEFL iBT 79, IELTS 6.5, Duolingo 120.

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

Entry terms and deadlines vary by programme; applicants apply directly to UB through the Graduate School application, with some programmes using external national applications plus a supplemental UB application.

A non-refundable application fee is required for each programme applied to; fees vary by programme and payment instructions are emailed after the application is submitted.

Law (JD) application fee is $85; applicants submit the LSAT or GRE.

MD: AMCAS application accepted June 1 to November 15; supplemental application and materials due December 1; supplemental fee $100; Early Decision AMCAS due August 1 and supplemental due August 31.

Apply through the official page: https://www.buffalo.edu/grad/explore/admissions/apply.html

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