Certificates
Certificate programs allow students to develop focused knowledge and skills in a particular subject area while completing their primary degree. Completed certificates are recorded on the student’s official University transcript.
The Kahlert School of Computing’s certificate programs are designed to help students apply data and computing skills within their major, career interests, or other areas of study.
Data Fluency Certificate
The Data Fluency Certificate introduces students to the foundational principles, issues, and tools used in data science. It is designed for students who want to develop a basic understanding of how data is collected, analyzed, interpreted, and applied.
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Data Science Certificate
The Data Science Certificate provides students with broader exposure to three primary areas of data science:
- The theoretical foundations of data science
- The design, development, and use of computational methods
- The application of data science within a specific subject area
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Choosing a Certificate
The Data Fluency Certificate provides a general introduction to data concepts and tools. The Data Science Certificate includes a broader study of data-science theory, computational methods, and applied coursework.
Students should review the catalog requirements for each certificate and consider how the program will fit with their primary major and graduation plan.
Questions About a Certificate?
Academic advisors can help students understand certificate requirements, compare the two programs, and determine how a certificate may fit into their academic plan.