Data Science

Intended learning outcomes

Data Science major graduates should:

• Demonstrate the ability to understand data deeply, including measurement issues, study design, data collection principles and the management of data;
• Construct logical, clearly presented and justified arguments, based on data science principles;
• Be committed to continuous learning;
• Demonstrate the capacity to analyse complex data analysis problems, then choose and apply appropriate statistical analysis and machine learning techniques to identify patterns, make predictions and draw inferences;
• Be skilled in the evaluation and synthesis of information from a range of data types and sources, including “big data”, and know how to apply this skill to understand the international peer-reviewed scientific literature and primary research in data science and disciplines relevant to data science;
• Communicate finding from data science clearly and effectively, including to an audience with a diverse background in sciences;
• Act as informed and critically discriminating participants within the community of scholars, as citizens, and in the work force;
• Understand the applicability of data science in addressing issues of importance facing humankind;
• Demonstrate the awareness of ethical implications relevant to the use of data, and particularly “big data”;
• Work effectively and responsibly both as an individual and as part of a team.