Data Science

Minor

Data science helps us make smarter decisions and build better products. Learn how to analyze data and go beneath the surface of a problem to find creative solutions.

Why Minor in Data Science?

Data scientists bring structure to large quantities of formless data and make analysis possible. This has increased the search for skilled data scientists.

As a Data Science minor, you'll study mathematics, applied statistics, computer science and complex systems. You'll learn to make effective decisions and solve problems.

Why Study Data Science at CSUN?

Skilled Faculty

Our faculty have extensive real-world experience, which they incorporate into their teaching. Our faculty and staff are dedicated to your success.

Hands-on Experience

You'll gain practical experience in the field of data science by applying your knowledge to real datasets.

What You'll Learn

A minor in data science features courses in probability and statistics, computer algorithms and programming, data structure and program design, and machine learning.

The minor concludes with a one-semester capstone project that synthesizes this knowledge.

Curriculum

Careers & Outcomes

With a minor in data science you'll prepared for careers such as:

  • Data Scientist
  • Data Engineer
  • Data Analyst
  • Machine Learning Engineer
  • Data Manager
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Discover the Data Science and Artificial Intelligence Research Group

The group is dedicated to advancing research in such areas as big data analytics, artificial intelligence, natural language processing, data security and privacy, and cloud computing.

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