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Data Science

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Learn to leverage the power of big data to extract insights and improve decision making for real-world problems. Gain hands-on experience in data management and visualization, machine learning, statistical models, and more for a career in data science.

Courses
4 Required
0 Elective
Methods
Online
F-1 Visa Eligible

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This program is perfect for...

Multidisciplinary professionals seeking to learn or enhance data analytics skills
Aspiring data scientists looking to build skills in data management, visualization, and programming
Technologists and software developers interested in a career shift to data analytics

What you can learn.

Explore data sets with Python
Gain expertise in exploratory data analysis (EDA) and advanced data visualization, using R and Tableau
Learn foundational tools and techniques for analyzing data, delivering insights, and building forecasting models
Apply machine learning techniques using Python to train, evaluate, improve performance, and present statistical analyses
Understand the management of big data, types of NoSQL data stores, and the Hadoop ecosystem

Build the foundation for a career in data science.

Today’s data scientist is a business-savvy, data-driven problem solver with the insights to ask the right questions and the skills to find the correct answers. The role is part art and part science, requiring big data management, programming, statistics, and machine learning for extracting, analyzing, and communicating findings.

 

Data Science at UCLA Extension

This certificate is approved for international students to study full time in the U.S. on an F-1 visa.

International students must meet English language proficiency requirements for admission into the program.

While most certificate programs begin each quarter, some have limited intakes for students studying on F-1 visa. Find this program on the Browse Certificate Programs page to confirm entry quarters before applying.

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Step 1: Enroll in a Course
Courses in this program are open enrollment and paid for individually. You may take courses without committing to the program.
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Step 2: Become a Candidate
Establish candidacy in the certificate program to receive tailored information, lock in course requirements, and gain access to exclusive student benefits. Registration Fee: $200
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Important Note for International Students: Candidacy fees are included in your program fees and do not need to be paid separately.

Cost and Fees

All courses in this program are paid for individually, unless otherwise noted. An application form is required to establish candidacy in this program. From the 'Apply Now' button, complete the online application and pay the application fee if applicable.
Application and Candidacy Fee
$200
Estimated Textbooks and Materials
$374
Estimated Program Tuition
$5475

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Required Courses

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Suggested Prerequisite

COM SCI X 450.00 is a suggested prerequisite course for students with limited or no prior programming, statistics, or data analytics knowledge. 

Required Courses

Machine Learning Course

Students must complete one of the following courses.

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