Master of Science in
Data Science
The project-based, customizable Master of Science in Data Science program is designed to prepare students to use the latest computational and analytic tools to solve data-intensive problems in business, industry and government. Graduates will learn the mathematical theory and computing techniques necessary to be successful practitioners in a growing field.
Strong Career Potential
- Opportunities to enhance your marketability in the fields of safety, cybersecurity, business, homeland security and more.
Hands-On Learning
- All courses are project-based and allow for hands-on experience culminating in a final capstone project or an internship.
Harnessing Data
- Transform data into reliable, actionable decisions by applying a combination of data understanding, analytical skills and domain knowledge.
Small Class Sizes
- Program emphasizes team projects as learning tools and facilitates student-faculty interaction.
Industry Connections
- Benefit from the university’s partnerships with industry and over 148,000 alumni around the world.
Notable Careers
- Airport Research Operations Analyst
Growing Demand
- Career opportunities in field are projected to grow 22% by 2030.
- Average salary in this industry: $126,830
Notable Employers of Alumni
- American Airlines
30 credits
Transfer Credit
- Varies by campus, program and more.
- Admissions will work one-on-one with you to maximize your transfer credit. For more info, complete a request for information form or contact admissions.
Estimated Costs
- Varies by campus, program and more.
- Scholarships and financial aid are available. For more info, complete a request for information form or contact admissions.
Campuses Offering Degree
- Daytona Beach, FL
Specializations
- Aerospace Engineering
- Aviation Business
- Aviation Safety
- Cybersecurity
- High-Performance Computing and Big Data
- Homeland Security
- Human Factors
- Lehman Engineering and Technology Center – Houses a Cray® CS™ cluster supercomputer to solve complex computational problems such as research analysis, modeling and simulation.
- Nonlinear Waves Lab – Contains a wave tank with data-acquisition hardware for computation and is one of the most advanced labs of its kind in the U.S.
You can find more state-of-the-art labs and facilities at both residential campuses, and our leading virtual labs bring hands-on opportunities to you anywhere in the world.
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