A data scientist uses computing skills for collecting, shaping, storing, managing, and analyzing data to allow for data-driven decision making. Data scientists are in huge demand as they benefit both companies and consumers. Almost every interaction with technology includes data—your online purchases, social media feed, streaming recommendations, and even the facial recognition required to sign in to your phone.
What is a Data Scientist?
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$111000
Mid-career median pay for Data Science majors
650%
Increase in Data Science jobs since 2012
31%
Projected employment growth from 2019-2029
Why Should I Major in Data Science at HPU?
High Demand
- Data science experts are needed in virtually every job sector, from government security to dating apps.
- The high demand for data science skills continues to grow and data scientists are in short supply. The HPU undergraduate data science program prepares students to embrace this opportunity.
- The HPU data science curriculum incorporates the latest trends in data skills and is guided by the new ABET data science accreditation criteria.
Relevant Curriculum
The goal of the Computer Science department is to prepare students to combine domain expertise, programming skills, machine learning techniques, and knowledge of mathematics and statistics to extract meaningful insights from data. The professors strive to guide the students in the discovery and learning of new ideas and techniques, rather than just presenting carefully structured theories. Coursework includes:
- Computer programming in R, Python and C++
- Database systems
- Data visualization
- Data structures
- Algorithms
- Machine learning
- Data management
- Software engineering
- Calculus
- Linear algebra
- Statistical analysis
- Domain area courses
- Capstone experience
Potential Domain Areas
Data science majors complete coursework in a data-rich domain area of their choosing then apply computational algorithms and machine learning techniques to data from that discipline in their capstone experience. Potential domain areas include:
- Physics and astronomy
- Biology and neuroscience
- Chemistry and biochemistry
- Exercise science
- Economics
- Healthcare management
- Finance and accounting
Course Requirements 2024/2025
Bachelors of Science in Data Science
Bachelors of Science in Data Science
| Degree Requirements | Credits |
|---|---|
| Major Requirements | 74 |
| University Core Requirements | 36-44 |
| Electives | 10-18 |
| Total | 128 |
Minor in Data Science
Minor in Data Science
| Degree Requirements | Credits |
|---|---|
| Core Requirements | 20 |
| Total | 20 |
Requirements for the B.S. in Data Science
Core Requirements
Core Requirements
Requirements for the B.S. in Data Science
Core Requirements
Core Requirements
| Course | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CSC/STS 1600 | Introduction to Data | 4 |
| CSC 1710 | Introduction to Programming | 4 |
| CSC 1720 | Advanced Programming with Data Structures | 4 |
| CSC 2212 | Database Systems | 4 |
| CSC 2342 | Discrete Structures | 4 |
| CSC 2410 | Computer Systems | 4 |
| CSC 2710 | Advanced Data Structures with Algorithm Development | 4 |
| CSC 3250 | Artificial Intelligence | 4 |
| CSC 4710 | Software Engineering | 4 |
| DSC 2110 | Data Visualization | 4 |
| DSC 4110 | Data Management | 4 |
| DSC 4900 | Capstone | 2 |
| MTH 1410 | Calculus I | 4 |
| MTH 2310 | Linear Algebra | 4 |
| STS 2910 | Introduction to Statistical Analysis | 4 |
| STS 3110 | Intermediate Statistical Analysis | 4 |
| Domain Area Requirements Select 12 credits from the same domain area, as approved by your advisor. Sample domain areas include but are not limited to: |
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| BIO 1500 | Principles of Cell Biology | 4 |
| BIO 2001 | Principles of Genetics I | 4 |
| BIO 2002 | Principles of Genetics II | 4 |
| ECO 2030 | Principles of Macroeconomics | 4 |
| ECO 2050 | Principles of Microeconomics | 4 |
| ECO 4150 | Econometrics | 4 |
| PHY 2010 | Fundamentals of Physics I | 4 |
| PHY 2020 | Fundamentals of Physics II | 4 |
| PHY 2030 | Modern Physics | 4 |
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Requirements for the Minor in Data Science
Requirements for the Minor in Data Science
| Course | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CSC/STS 1600 | Introduction to Data | 4 |
| CSC 1710 | Introduction to Programming | 4 |
| CSC 1720 | Advanced Programming with Data Structures | 4 |
| CSC 2212 | Database Systems | 4 |
| Select one course from the following list: | ||
| DSC 2110 | Data Visualization | 4 |
| DSC 4110 | Data Management | 4 |
| STS 2910 | Introduction to Statistical Analysis | 4 |
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