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MS Data Science - Applied Data Science at University of Georgia

University of Georgia, United States

Programme overview

The Master of Science in Data Science with an Area of Emphasis in Applied Data Science prepares students to work confidently with modern analytical tools and methods. The program develops core competence in Python and R programming, statistical modeling, machine learning, natural language processing, clustering and classification algorithms, data management, and SQL.

Faculty: Franklin College of Arts and Sciences  |  Duration: 30 credit hours  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Athens, GA, United States

What you will study

30 credit hours total. Required courses include LING 6571E Natural Language Processing for Data Science; MIST 7510E Database Management; STAT 6381E Introduction to Python and Data Science; STAT 6382E Statistics for Data Science with R programming; STAT 6383E Advanced Python and Data Structures.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Applicants to the program should have a bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution in the United States or an equivalent international degree, along with a minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale. Flexibility in the GPA requirement may be considered for applicants with strong professional experience or other compensating qualifications. Applicants are expected to have completed at least one introductory course in probability and statistics and to have a working knowledge of calculus and linear algebra. They should also demonstrate basic proficiency in a programming language through coursework, professional experience, or relevant certifications, and should have some related professional experience. A personal statement describing the applicant’s background, achievements, goals, and reasons for pursuing the degree is required, and a resume may be included but is not required. Two or three letters of recommendation from academic or professional references who can speak to the applicant’s preparation and potential for success are also required. Proof of English p

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.

Duration: 30 credit hours

Apply through the official page: https://grad.uga.edu/

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