MS in Data Science and Analytics with Emphasis in BioHealth Analytics
Degree Requirements
In addition to the core program objectives, graduates of the Masters of Science in Data Science and Analytics who pursue the BioHealth Analytics emphasis area will achieve the following educational objectives:
- Students will be able to possess an in-depth understanding of the data analytics needs in biotechnology and healthcare industries in the US and worldwide;
- Students will develop hands-on skill sets in understanding and processing multi-omics data and public/population health data, as well as large-scaled electronic health records;
- Students will have the ability to practice their analytic skill sets to applications in areas such as, agriculture, animals, and human healthcare, through case studies and capstone projects.
- Students will be able to visualize and interpret their data analytic results with actionable plans in biotech and healthcare industries.
Emphasis Area Electives
| DATA_SCI 8110 | Genomics Analytics | 3 |
| DATA_SCI 8120 | Multi-Omics Analytics | 3 |
| DATA_SCI 8130 | Data Science for Health Care | 3 |
| DATA_SCI 8140 | Advanced Methods in Health Data Science | 3 |
| DATA_SCI 8150 | Precision Medicine Analytics | 3 |
| DATA_SCI 8160 | Population Health Analytics | 3 |
Note: Not all electives are offered each academic year.