Master of Science in Data Science and Analytics

Modules:
 

• Introduction to Data Science
• Introduction to Business Analytics and Big Data
• Biostatistics
• Data Mining and Machine Learning
• Special Topics (Quantitative Methods)

• Have obtained a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution and possess a minimal background consisting of Maths and Statistics.

• Have an undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or higher in the last 60 credits of undergraduate coursework

• Submit two letters of recommendation for all concentrations, except the Data Science and Engineering concentration

• Have attained scores of at least 151 (verbal) and 151 (quantitative) on the Graduate Record Examination (GRE). GRE scores more than five years old are not acceptable normally. The Data Science and Engineering concentration requires the submission of the GRE score (verbal and quantitative sections), but no minimum values are required

• Be proficient in written and spoken English. International students from non-English-speaking countries must present a score of at least 500 (paper-based test) or 213 (computer-based test) or 79 (internet-based test) on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or a score of at least 6.0 on the International English Language Testing System (IELTS)

The cost of studying at Florida Atlantic University varies largely depending on the type of university and the degree chosen. More often than not, humanities, arts, and education courses are less expensive than degrees in medical, engineering, or management. Furthermore, students who choose to study at the postgraduate level typically pay higher tuition fees, which again vary depending on the programme chosen. Most universities provide scholarships or financial aid to students in order to help them offset their tuition costs. Students should be aware that additional course fees and incidental expenses may not be included in tuition. The tuition fees for this program is USD $20,540 per year.