Data Science, , M.S.
Data Science uses tools of data visualization, predictive analytics, and web applications to communicate complex data, discover information, aid businesses in decision-making, and add the value of business. Data science is widely used in modern industrial production, business, and social media, and is making an increasing impact on human life.
Data scientist is ranked as one of the best careers. The MTSU Data Science Master’s Program aims to prepare students to be competitive on the job market. The courses will equip students with advanced data science skills including, but not limited to, computer programing, data visualization and manipulation, predictive modeling, business analytics and communications.
The curriculum provides both online courses and on-campus courses. Whether you are a full-time student or a working professional, you will be able to find a suitable path toward a master’s degree. Please contact the program director, Dr. Qiang Wu ([email protected]), to discuss a course plan to maximize or minimize the number of online courses according to your needs and preferences.
Research
Students in Data Science programs at MTSU have the added opportunity to work with faculty from across the university on research and data contracts. Through the Data Science Institute, the following types of projects are possible:
- Data projects that help nonprofits. An opportunity to sharpen skills and use data for good.
- Data projects with companies. These can be compensated opportunities for students to work on real projects for businesses that need help analyzing their data.
- Data Dives (hackathons), which are events that allow all students to participate in a hackathon style event where data from a nonprofit or company is presented and then students have 24 to 36 hours to analyze the data to solve specific objectives.
- Research projects with faculty. Either funded or unfunded research that is data-driven in any discipline.
