Data Science Major Related Careers
The following careers are directly or indirectly related to the study of this major. Click the job title to learn more about it. To search for more career options, visit OnetOnline.org.
Data Science
A Bachelor of Science degree in Data Science provides students with the skills, tools, and knowledge to turn data into actionable insights, shaping the future and changing the world. The curriculum covers areas such as mathematics, programming, statistics, and analytics skills for creating and improving the data systems of many different organizations.
Data Science can open many different career paths for students, including policy development in response to climate change, helping local governments prepare for natural disasters, transforming businesses through improved logistics, feeding the hungry, preventing car accidents or crime, or changing the way sports teams scout players. Students will be prepared for careers in various industries where data plays a critical role.
The curriculum of this degree takes an interdisciplinary approach to data science, ensuring students have essential programming knowledge, can conduct both quantitative and qualitative analysis, and can successfully communicate complex ideas in the classroom and professional environments.
There are five specializations available for Data Science students to choose from:
- Foundational Data Science
- Data Systems
- Network Applied Data Science
- Data Science Design
- Biological and Health Science
Each specialization offers a unique track to cater to each student’s individual interests and career aspirations.
The program emphasizes practical experience, offering opportunities for research and capstone projects.
For more information on the program requirements, specializations, and curriculum, consult the departmental website and the Luddy School of Informatics, Computing, and Engineering Academic Bulletin.
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Academic information
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Open in Explore ProgramsCareer Interests
John Holland developed a theoretical framework consisting of six general themes that describe broad areas interest relating to self and the working world. If you are interested in discovering your career interests, visit our Learn more about yourself page to learn about the Strong Interest Inventory.
This major consists of the following themes:
- Investigative
- Conventional
Data Science Major Related Skills
Below is a sampling of skills related to this major mapped from the Skillscan Driver Assessment. The SkillScan assessment provides a simple 3-step process to help you learn about your strengths and weaknesses, the skills you enjoy and want to use in a career and those skills needing development. Consider taking the SkillScan assessment to better understand your skills as it relates to majors at IU.
Analytical
- Solve Problems
- Analyze
- Categorize or Classify
- Research
- Manage Data or Records
- Evaluate
Physical or Technical
- Hand Dexterity
- Observe
- Operate Equipment
- Inspect or Test
Relationship Skills
- Collaborate
Management or Leadership
- Organize or Plan
- Implement
- Make Decisions
- Coordinate
Creative
- Visualize
- Brainstorm
- Conceptualize
Student Organizations
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Career Guides
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