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Learn about data collection, exploration, manipulation and storage, analysis, and presentation to navigate data-rich workplace environments.
Certificate Requirements
The Foundations of Data Science Graduate Certificate requires 9 units (3 courses) in core informational areas. These courses can overlap entirely with the Master of Science in Information Science if students are dual enrolled. Students can complete the certificate in one to two semesters.
Applicants are expected to have completed undergraduate coursework or have professional experience in programming and statistics. Coursework in calculus is preferred but not required. Applicants should be able to speak to their experience in quantitative and analytical reasoning abilities, as well as experience with math and programming including data structures, analysis of algorithms and linear algebra.
Curriculum
Foundations of Data Science Graduate Certificate students take the following three required courses:
Students may transfer up to 3 units from other accredited institutions with the approval of the certificate advisor. Any course substitutions must be approved in advance by the certificate advisor. Up to 9 units can be shared between the certificate and a University of Arizona master's degree.