Data Science
Undergraduate Major & Minor College of Natural Sciences
Bachelor of Science, minor in Data Science
About
In today’s digital age, there is great demand for professionals who can navigate complex questions in data science.
A degree in Data Science gives you the power to transform data into helpful insights. You’ll learn to use data to solve real-world problems, lead innovative projects, and communicate your findings to different audiences. With these skills, you can create powerful models, understand their strengths and weaknesses, and address complex issues with integrity. This useful degree opens doors to exciting tech careers and allows you to make a difference in the world.
Jobs in Data Science:
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts a 35% boom in data science jobs from 2022 to 2032, way faster than most other careers. With around 17,700 new openings every year for data scientists, it’s clear that skilled pros in this field are in high demand.
What do you do with a degree in Data Science?
You can be a:
- Data Scientist - you create models to analyze and interpret complex data to help businesses make data-driven decisions.
- Machine Learning Engineer - you design and implement machine learning algorithms and systems for various applications.
- Data Analyst - you interpret data to identify trends, patterns, and insights that inform business strategy.
- Data Engineer - you can build and maintain data pipelines, databases, and large-scale processing systems.
- AI Specialist - you can develop artificial intelligence applications and systems, including natural language processing and computer vision.
Where can you work?
Many well-known companies hire for data science jobs. And many of them have offices in the Seattle-Tacoma area!
- Amazon
- Facebook (Meta)
- Microsoft
- Apple
- IBM
- Uber
- Airbnb
- Netflix
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