Bachelor Of Science In Data Science

College of Information Technology

Bachelor

United Arab Emirates University

Overview

Data and artificial intelligence are driving transformative changes across every sector of the economy, unlocking new possibilities for solving complex challenges. The interdisciplinary BS in Data Science and Artificial Intelligence (DSAI) program is designed to prepare students for this data-driven, AI-enhanced world by integrating the three pillars of data science computational, mathematical, and statistical thinking with a strong foundation in AI.

Typical Job Titles

high-demand roles across industries
positions in data science, AI, and data analytics across diverse industries and sectors globally

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Program Details

Degree level: Bachelor
College: College of Information Technology

Tuition & Fees

Tuition: Contact admissions

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion, graduates will be able to:

Analyze complex problems and apply computing and other relevant disciplines to derive efficient data-science and AI solutions
Demonstrate the ability to combine computational and algorithmic thinking, with machine learning and mathematical optimization
Communicate and present effectively findings and analytical outcome, using data visualization tools
Recognize professional responsibilities and make informed judgments in data-science, AI, computing practices
Demonstrate professionalism, organizational skills, and leadership, as a member or leader of a team
Apply effectively computing and data-science and AI theory, methodologies, techniques and tools throughout the data analysis lifecycle

Program Requirements

Minimum 120 credit hours
General Education: 21 credit hours
Major Required Courses: 54 credit hours
Internship: 6 credit hours (conducted in final semester; no concurrent course registration allowed)
Advanced Computing Thinking - Compulsory: 15 credit hours
Specialization Electives: 9 credit hours (three courses from provided list, e.g. Computer Vision, Advanced Data Science, Natural Language Processing, Robotics and Intelligent Systems, Data Visualization)
Supporting Requirements: 15 credit hours (6 from Group 1; 9 from Group 2 electives)