Bachelor of Science Major in Data Science

University of the Pacific

One of the fastest-growing careers in AmericaPacific’s bachelor of science degree in data science is designed to equip you with the skills and knowledge to build machine learning models and efficiently analyze large data sets with the power of AI. Data science occupations are expected to grow by more than 30% over the next 10 years. Skilled data science professionals are in demand across industries, ensuring diverse job opportunities and increased earning potential.Pacific’s data science degree is unique because of our humanistic and interdisciplinary approach to data science, bringing together coursework from many disciplines to emphasize data management, AI utilization, visualization and digital storytelling skills to solve complex problems through data across industries.There is a strong demand for data science professionals. In addition to being one of the fastest-growing occupations with a projected growth of 34% over the next 10 years, you’ll graduate with the skills needed to be the data-driven leader that employers seek.Data science professionals are among the highest paid tech professionals. This earning potential, job satisfaction and openings are why data science is ranked as one of the best jobs in America.When you earn a data science degree from Pacific, you are prepared with the resources needed to remain relevant in a rapidly evolving, data-driven world. At Pacific, you will be taught the technical skills you need to conduct data analysis, as well as clearly communicating data-driven solutions to complex problems.A degree in data science offers significant benefits for a successful career:High demand: Skilled data professionals are in demand across industries, ensuring job opportunities across many fields.Increased earnings: Enhance your earning potential as data scientists are among the highest-paid tech professionals.Future-proof career: The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that there are nearly 4.8 million jobs in the data science field, with more than 500,000 job openings a year. Data science skills continue to fuel the rapidly evolving data-driven world.

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