Which Major Should I Pick?
BS in Applied and Computational Mathematics
Credit Hours: 71 - 76
Course Breakdown: Mostly math classes with a few computer science and statistics classes.
If you like mathematics and want to understand the fundamental building blocks of all data science and machine learning methods as well as invent new methods and models, you might consider the BS in Mathematics: Applied and Computational Mathematics Emphasis (ACME).
The ACME major is for students who want to understand how modern machine learning and AI algorithms work. ACME is also for students who want to learn to diagnose and fix problems with existing models as well as develop new methods and models.
BS in Machine Learning (New)
Credit Hours: 74
Course Breakdown: Mostly computer science classes with some math classes and a few statistics classes.
If you are interested in leveraging the power of modern-day computing to address data-driven problems, consider the new BS in Machine Learning.
The BS in Machine Learning (in the Department of Computer Science) is for students who want to see how cutting-edge computational tools and algorithms can be leveraged in artificial intelligence and data processing.
BS in Statistics: Data Science emphasis
Credit Hours: 56.5 - 57.5
Course Breakdown: Mostly statistics classes with some math classes and a few computer science classes.
If you are curious about data — what to collect, how to summarize it, how to model it, and what conclusions you can draw from it — consider the BS in Statistics: Data Science Emphasis.
This major is for students who want to learn how to work with data in all its forms, while gaining the tools to measure uncertainty, make informed decisions, and build interpretable models. (The electives emphasize correlated data, reliability data, missing data, actuarial and financial data, and biological data.)
BS in Applied Physics: Data Science emphasis (New)
Credit Hours: 66 - 68
Course Breakdown: Mostly physics classes with a few math, computer science, and statistics classes.
If you are interested in blending cutting edge data science techniques with practical science in innovative ways, consider the new BS in Applied Physics: Data Science emphasis.
This is a bonafide physics degree that helps students use data science to extend traditional science.
BS in Data Science (New)
Credit Hours: 74.5
Course Breakdown: A good mix of statistics, math, and computer science classes with an option for a few other science classes.
If you want a well-balanced education in data science from multiple, valuable perspectives, consider the new interdisciplinary BS in Data Science.
As this major is for students who want a general and broad exposure to data science, it includes programming, modern statistical methods, algorithms, and the mathematics behind these methods.
Additional Majors with Data Science Content
BS in Bioinformatics, Department of Biology
BS in Actuarial Science, Department of Statistics
BS in Information Systems, School of Business