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Online Overview
The online Master of Science degreeÌýin Data Science (MS-DS) is an interdisciplinaryÌýdegree program offeredÌýthrough the University of Colorado BoulderÌýand hosted online through Coursera’s learning platform. With performance-based admissions and no traditional application process, the MS-DS is ideal for individuals with a broad range of undergraduate education and/or professional experience in computer science, information science, mathematics, and statistics.
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Performance-based admissions
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Flexible forÌýyour schedule
8-week terms with
self-paced courses
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Performance-based admissions
Enroll right away into a series of 3 one-credit pathway courses with a focus on either statistics or computer science. Complete your pathway with a GPA of 3.0 or better to be admitted to the program, all while making direct progress toward your degree. No transcripts or traditional applications are required.
Learn how to start the MS-DS on Coursera.
Curriculum
The MS-DS is a non-thesis degree that requires 30 credit hours of coursework. YouÌýmust complete 21 credits of core coursework in statistics, computer science, and general core concepts as well as 9 credits of elective coursework. You will also participate in practical, hands-on projects that utilize cloud-based programming environments and Jupyter Notebooks. Coursework includes access to real-world big data sets to prepare you for your future career.
Learn more about the MS-DS curriculum.
Preview courses with non-credit options
Learners may enroll in the non-credit versions of the MS-DS curriculum, allowing youÌýto preview courses before committing to the degree program. You may upgrade from non-credit to for-credit at any time during your learning journey. Additional material and assessments must be completed to earn credit; this material is only available after you pay tuition.
See how the MS-DS on Coursera works and visit our FAQsÌýto learn more about enrolling in the non-credit versions of courses.