MS Data Science at University of Texas at Austin

Programme overview

Graduate degree candidates are expected to develop broad competence in the discipline of Data Science as a whole. The Master of Science in Data Science is a 100% online program, with recommended completion models of one-and-a-half to three years. The program provides advanced training in the theory and methodologies that comprise the field of data science. That training includes, but is not limited to, courses in probability, simulation, data visualization, data mining, data ethics, data analysis, large scale data-based inquiry for big data, non-standard design methodologies, machine learning, deep learning, algorithmic techniques, and optimization.

Faculty: College of Natural Sciences | Duration: 30 semester credit hours | Study mode: full-time | Location: Austin, TX, United States

What you will study

The programme requires 30 semester credit hours. Statistical modeling and decision analytics elective coursework in advanced predictive models, design principles and causal inference, data exploration and visualization, data science for healthcare discovery and innovation

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Application information

Entry requirements

Graduate admission (applies to the programme): To be considered for admission to the program, the student should demonstrate a background knowledge of mathematics and statistics equivalent to that acquired in upper-division courses in probability and statistics, multivariable calculus and linear algebra. Students should have a degree of mathematical maturity and critical thinking skills. Students should also demonstrate a technical acumen in relevant statistical/mathematical software, and experience in computing environments and programming. Deficiencies may be made up by taking courses suggested by the graduate advisor. In most cases, these courses may not be counted toward the degree.

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.

Graduate entry terms are summer and fall; each graduate program sets its own application deadline.

Graduate application fees: $65 for U.S. graduate applicants and $90 for international graduate applicants; MBA (and dual programs with MBA) $200; MPA $125. Each graduate program sets its own application deadline. Fee waivers are available only to U.S. citizens/permanent residents applying for a first graduate degree (not MBA or MPA).

Apply through the official page: https://gradschool.utexas.edu/admissions/apply

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