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Data Science (B.S.)

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This degree will equip students with skills relevant to careers like data science, data analysis, and business analysis.
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Data Science Introduction

A data scientist is a programmer, statistician, and communicator that plays a crucial part in the world of technology.

Both large and small companies collect and store massive amounts of data. They need data scientists that can provide actionable insight from the data. This degree prepares students with skills in core programming languages, machine learning, statistics, and more.

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If you are interested in Data Science, start with one of the following courses:
Data Warehousing
April 08, 2026 12:44 PM
ITM 327
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Cloud Data Engineering
April 08, 2026 12:46 PM
ITM 345
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Data Wrangling and Visualization
April 08, 2026 12:41 PM
DS 350
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Applied Linear Regression
April 08, 2026 12:43 PM
MATH 425
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Machine Learning
April 08, 2026 12:40 PM
CSE 450
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Developing AI Systems
April 08, 2026 12:45 PM
CSE 455
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Big Data Programming and Analytics
April 08, 2026 12:42 PM
DS 460
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Statistical and Data Science Consulting
April 08, 2026 12:45 PM
MATH 488
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Career Possibilities for Data Science

Graduates with a degree in Data Science have a wide array of rewarding careers before them. Check out some of the top careers students get with this degree or explore more career options in I-Plan.

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Data Source: Industry and occupation employment and wage estimates are modeled using data from Lightcast, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, and other public sources. Figures are estimates and actual outcomes may vary by employer, experience, and location.

Dive Deeper Into Data Science

Explore helpful articles about this major, including career paths, skills, and opportunities. Get the insight you need to make an informed decision about your future at BYU-Idaho.

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Industry Insights
Will AI Take Over Data Science Jobs?
August 21, 2026 01:56 PM
Explore how artificial intelligence is changing data work while increasing the value of human judgment, domain expertise, and communication.
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The Difference Between Data Science and Computer Science
August 24, 2026 08:55 AM
Compare data-focused analysis and modeling with the broader study of computing, algorithms, and software systems.
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Career Fair - Feb 2020
Career Possibilities
Make Your Data Science Degree Stand Out to Employers
August 24, 2026 09:01 AM
Strengthen your professional profile with projects that demonstrate analysis, visualization, programming, and clear communication.
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AI in Academics

At BYU-Idaho, we are strategically integrating Artificial Intelligence to enhance academic excellence and prepare our students for an evolving world.

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AI in Data Science
You will learn to leverage AI as a powerful co-pilot to accelerate your technical coding skills while developing the critical judgment necessary to validate automated outputs. This training ensures you can lead with gospel-centered integrity, solving real-world business problems through the ethical application of artificial intelligence.
Advance Knowledge, Enhancing Learning, and Developing Workforce Readiness
AI in Academics means learning to advance knowledge, enhancing learning, and developing workforce readiness through tools that support (not replace) your effort and integrity.

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Next Steps With BYU-Idaho

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