Certificate in Data Science

Develop your computer science skills and explore exciting topics like artificial intelligence, machine learning and data science. Enhance your expertise, increase your earning potential, and deliver high-quality work with a certificate. It’s the perfect groundwork for a career in data science and provides the foundation for a future bachelor’s degree.

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Apply By:
January 9, 2025

Classes Start:
January 30, 2025

No Live Lectures

7 Courses

As Little as 12 Months

Pay as You Go ($200 per course)

Overview

Gain in-demand knowledge and specialized skills in the cutting-edge world of technology. Explore data to discover insights and make important predictions. This certificate is perfect for working professionals who want a strong foundation in data science or hope to pursue a degree in the future.

What you’ll learn

Jumpstart your career in data science with these valuable skills:

Explore areas of artificial intelligence and machine learning

Analyze data and formulate important predictions

Apply statistics and the latest programming knowledge

Understand the foundations of data science and applications

Admission Requirements

Anyone who has a high-school education and is 16 years of age or older can study online at UoPeople.

Curriculum / Courses

The Certificate in Data Science is a 21-credit program establishing that the student has mastered the basic competences in data science.

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Careers

Where will a Certificate in Data Science take you? Your certificate will help prepare you for a job as a:

Data Analyst

Machine Learning Scientist

Applications Architect

Statistician

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$60 application fee

$200 ASSESSMENT FEE PER COURSE

IN TOTAL AROUND $1,460 FOR THE CERTIFICATE

Paying for school

UoPeople does not charge for tuition, books, or campus expenses. You’ll never have to pay fees for courses upfront. We charge only a $60 application fee, and a $200 assessment fee at the end of each course. Over the course of earning your Certificate in Data Science at UoPeople, you can expect to pay a total of only $1460. Our mission is to make it possible for everyone to afford higher education.

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Flexibility

Concerned about managing your studies while you work or juggle family life? Don’t be! Over half of our students are successfully studying while working, raising families, or both. You can too! UoPeople is proud to be the world’s most flexible option for earning tuition-free certificates and degrees. Learn more about how our programs are specially designed to work for you:

Asynchronous Learning

At UoPeople there are no live lectures and no set class times. Instead, you can enjoy the freedom of online flexibility and study on your own schedule. Complete assignments during your commute, on your lunch break, or after the kids are in bed. As long as your course work is finished by the end of each week you’ll stay on track for graduation.

Total Accessibility

All you need to study at UoPeople is a stable internet connection – whether it’s on a desktop, laptop, or even your cell phone. Courses never require heavy video files, and the UoPeople Online Campus is compatible with most browsers.

Transfer Credits

Credits earned during certificate studies can be transferred within UoPeople if you decide to later pursue a degree with us. That means there’s no pressure to decide up-front between a certificate program and a full degree!

Common Questions Students Are Asking Us

Questions regarding our academic programs offered at UoPeople

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Does UoPeople accept international students?

Absolutely! UoPeople has students from over 200 countries and territories.

Are the programs accredited?

University of the People is accredited by the Distance Education Accrediting Commission. The Distance Education Accrediting Commission (DEAC) is listed by the U.S. Department of Education as a recognized accrediting agency.

Will I get the academic support I need?

Absolutely! Classes at UoPeople are small and highly qualified instructors are available to answer students’ questions and offer support. Additionally, each student is connected with a personal Program Advisor at the commencement of their studies, who remains with them until graduation. Program Advisors act as the students’ personal support system throughout their studies. The Program Advisor will answer any questions the student may have, offer academic advice, discuss course selection, and offer encouragement throughout the student’s studies.

What is asynchronous learning?

Asynchronous learning allows you to learn on your own schedule. You will have access via the UoPeople Online Campus to assignments, lectures, and other learning materials. There are no live lectures or set class times at UoPeople.