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Jan 20, 2026
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Undergraduate Record 2024-2025 [ARCHIVED RECORD]
Minor in Data Science
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School of Data Science: Minor Programs
The minor in Data Science introduces students to the conceptual framework of data science. The pillars of that framework include analytical, systems, design and value components that uniquely combine to form the field of data science. This minor prepares students for careers or postgraduate work that necessitates exposure to data science techniques. Emphasis on responsible data science is included as a core principle of the program.
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Requirements for Minor in Data Science
Complete a minimum of 15 graded credits: - Minimum of 3 courses/9 credits must be data science courses (DS XXXX)
- 3 credit Programming course
- 3 credit Analytics course
- 3 credit Systems course
- 3 credit Data Design & Value course
- DS 4002 or a domain elective
Foundational Programming Course (select one course)
Analytics Course (select one course)
Systems Course (select one course)
Data Design & Value Course (select one course)
- DS 2003 - Communicating with Data Credits: 3
- DS 2004 - Data Ethics Credits: 3
- SARC 5400 - Data Visualization Credits: 3
- STS 2500 - Science and Technology in Social and Global Context Credits: 3
Approved Topic: Ethical Analysis
The following courses are also options: - COMM 3810 - Business Ethics Credits: 3
- COMM 4520 - Topics in Information Technology Credits: 1 to 3
Approved topic: Data Exploration and Visualization with R - LPPP 4210 - Integrating Ethics in Public Policy Credits: 3
- LPPS 5360 - Imagining Equitable Policy - Credits: 3
- NASC 4200 - Leadership and Ethics Credits: 3
- NUIP 3311 - Research, Ethics, Advocacy, and Leadership: Quality, Safety, and EBP Credits: 3
- NUIP 4311 - Research, Ethics, Advocacy, and Leadership Credits: 2
- PLAN 3813 - Community-Engaged Methods Credits: 3
- STS 4600 - The Engineer, Ethics, and Professional Responsibility Credits: 3
Domain Elective (select one course)
Completion
Completion of the Data Science minor requires a minimum of 15 credits. Data science courses count toward the graduation hours in any school of enrollment. Students should consult with their School of Enrollment advisors and Registrar for policies on double-counting credits. |
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