Overview

Previous academic studies or industrial experience in such areas as math, statistics, computer programming, engineering, or science are helpful prerequisites for this masters program. This Data Science program at the National University is appropriate for both experienced professionals as well as recent college graduates.

Program Learning Outcomes

Integrate components of data analytics to produce knowledge-based solutions for real-world challenges using public and private data sources.

Evaluate data management methods and technologies used to improve integrated use of data.

Construct data files using advanced statistical and data programming techniques to solve practical problems in data analytics.

Design an analytic strategy to frame a potential issue and solution relevant to the community and stakeholders.

Develop team skills to ethically research, develop, and evaluate analytic solutions to improve organizational performance.

Design data marts.

Analyze complex database queries for real-world analytical applications.

Design medium to large data warehouses.

Evaluate machine learning methods and strategies for advanced data mining.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Fundamentals of Analytics

Analytic Models & Data Systems

Data Management for Analytics

Data Mining Techniques

Advanced Analytic Applications

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

You can apply for and start this programme anytime.

Language

English

IELTS

6

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TOEFL^® IBT

79

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Credits

45 SCH

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Disciplines

Information Technology (IT) Data Science & Big Data Machine Learning View 500 other Masters in Data Science & Big Data in United States

Academic requirements

GPA

2.5

English requirements

IELTS

6

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TOEFL^® IBT

79

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Student insurance

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
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Accidents
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Other requirements

General requirements

Applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree or higher from a regionally accredited college or university where an overall grade point average of 2.5 or better was achieved, or where a grade point average of 2.75 or higher was achieved in the last 90 quarter units.

Students with a grade point average of 2.0 to 2.49 may be admitted to the University if they have a satisfactory score on one of the following tests: GMAT, GRE, Miller Analogies Test, or an approved, standardized program-specific exam. These tests are NOT required for those with a GPA over 2.5.

Students with an undergraduate grade point average of 2.0 to 2.49 may be accepted to National University on a probationary status (instead of taking the above tests).

Preliminary documentation of prior education must be presented at required interview with an admissions advisor. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.

Proof of Financial Support: $33,500

Tuition Fee

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International

19890 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 442 USD per credit during 12 months.
National

19890 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 442 USD per credit during 12 months.

Living costs for San Diego

1400 - 2455 USD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Studyportals Student Grant Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and be among one of the 20 students to win €1000.

Studyportals Student Grant Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and be among one of the 20 students to win €1000.

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