Data science is an emerging field due to the explosion of "big data". The importance of a good understanding of data is crucial in a multiplicity of fields, such as the social sciences, criminal justice, education, public health, the non-profit sector, and many others. By completing this certificate, students will acquire the fundamental skills of research and data analysis. The Foundations of Data Science certificate requires 13 credits in the courses listed below.
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Certificate Requirements
Field of Study Code: SOCIO.CER.DATA
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| SOCIO 1205 | Introduction to Data Science | 3 |
| SOCIO 2200 | Introduction to Research Methods | 3 |
| SOCIO 2205 | Statistics for the Social and Behavioral Sciences | 3 |
| ANTHR 2100 | Introduction to Anthropological Methods | 4 |
| or PSYCH 2285 | Behavioral Research Methods | |
| Total Credits | 13 | |