M.S. Data Science (Computing Concentration)

Degree Overview

Provide training in three core components of data science: machine learning, big data analysis and programming for Data Science.
Provide training in applied statistics, particularly statistical inference.
Cover applications and contemporary topics in Data Science.

Apply statistical methods for decision making.
Build and analyze predictive models from data using machine learning and statistical inference.
Program Data Science applications in high-level languages such as Python and R.
Analyze large datasets using high-performance computing and distributed computing methods.
Compare the benefits and drawbacks of contemporary and advanced topics in Data Science.
Make informed architectural decisions based on a good understanding of how available technologies differ and complement each other and what scalability and consistency trade-offs they provide.

30 Required Credits

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$95,000

Starting Salary, NJIT Average

$159,000

Mid-Career Salary, National Average

NJIT is the first university in New Jersey to offer an independent, standalone Master’s degree in Data Science.

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