Master of Science in Computer Science and Information Technology - Data Science

The data science (DS) track emphasizes the development and coding aspects of data science and data analytics. It applies advanced analytics and machine learning to help users predict and optimize business outcomes. The data science track in Sacred Heart University’s computer science & information technology master’s program emphasizes the development and coding aspects of data science and data analytics. Data science is the process of using algorithms, methods and systems to extract knowledge and insights from structured and unstructured data. It applies advanced analytics and machine learning to help users predict and optimize business outcomes. Python, Programming with R, Data Warehousing and Statistics, along with Deep Learning, Data Architecture and Text Mining are required. Special Topics in emerging fields will also be covered.

Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution with a 3.0 GPA or higher (on a 4.0 scale)Official transcripts from all undergraduate institutions attendedWritten personal statement: a one-page statement describing your interest and qualifications for the program, as well as history of relevant business experience2 Letters of recommendationAcademic IELTS- 6.5TOEFL iBT- 80