Bachelor of Data Science at University of Florida

University of Florida

United States of America, Gainesville

University Rank:#212

The Data Science at University of Florida is a Full Time Bachelor program offered at the university's main campus in Gainesville , United States of America. The program is delivered on campus in English and can be completed in 4 years. Students develop academic knowledge and practical skills that prepare them for future careers in this field. The next available intake starts on January 9, 2027.

About Bachelor of Data Science

Data Science majors draw inference from large data generated from a variety of disciplines. Core courses cover mathematical foundations of data science, programming, algorithms, and databases as well as statistical methods for data science. Majors will also learn about data science in practice within subject matter areas.

Students who wish to major in data science must consult a department advisor early in their programs.

Coursework for the Major

To take STA 3100, which is required for the major, students must meet the following pre-requisite: STA 2023 (grade of B or higher) OR STA 3032 (grade of B- or higher) OR AP Statistics, (score of 4 or higher out of 5). Students also must receive minimum grades of C within two attempts (including withdrawals) in every required core course and in every course counted toward the 9 credit elective requirement, with the exception of MAC 2312 and MAC 2313 where students must receive a minimum grade of B-. Students cannot retake core or statistics elective courses after earning a minimum grade of C, with the exception of MAC 2312 and MAC 2313, in which students must receive a minimum grade of B-. The grades from all attempts to satisfy core requirements will be used to compute the minimum GPA. A minimum of 18 credits of major coursework must be taken at UF, including a minimum of 12 credits of core coursework.

Required Coursework

The B.S. in data science requires a minimum of 62 credits in data science and related coursework. It is important that the prerequisites of each class are met before the class is attempted.

Course List
Code	Title	Credits
Mathematics	17
MAC 2312	Analytic Geometry and Calculus 2
MAC 2313	Analytic Geometry and Calculus 3
MAD 2502	Intro to Computational Math
MAS 3114	Computational Linear Algebra
MAS 4115	Linear Algebra for Data Science
Statistics	18
STA 3100	Programming With Data in R
STA 4321	Introduction to Probability
STA 4322	Introduction to Statistics Theory
STA 4210	Regression Analysis
STA 4241	Statistical Learning in R
STA 4273	Statistical Computing in R
Computer Science	17
COP 3502C	Programming Fundamentals 1 (MAC 2311 coreq)
COP 3503C	Programming Fundamentals 2
MAD 3107	Discrete Mathematics
or COT 3100	Applications of Discrete Structures
COP 3530	Data Structures and Algorithm
CIS 4301	Information and Database Systems 1
Ethics	3
PHI 3681	Ethics, Data, and Technology
Subject Area Electives	9
Select 3 from Humanities or Natural Sciences or Social Sciences
Humanities
REL 2104	Environmental Ethics
REL 3082	Global Ethics
REL 3160	Religion and Science
CLA 3700	Classical Archaeology
WST 3610	Gender, Race and Science
WST 4704	Discrimination and Health
WST 3703	History of American Medicine: Race, Class, Gender, and Science
Natural Sciences
PCB 4085	Genetical Ethics
PHZ 3152	Advanced Computational Techniques
Social Sciences
ANT 4930	Special Topics in Anthropology
LIN 4071	Intro to Corpus Linguistics
LIN 4702C	Methods in Psycholinguistics
ECO 4422	Econometrics 2
EXP 4174C	Laboratory in Sensory Processes
INR 4931	Special Topics in International Relations
SYD 4020	Population
SYD 4021	U.S. Population Issues
GIS 3043	Foundations of Geographic Information Systems
POS 4931	Special Topics
PSB 4343C	Laboratory in Cognitive Neuroscience

Relevant Minors and Certificates

Data Science majors may want to consider a minor in actuarial science, which prepares students for careers as actuaries. Required courses cover the material for the beginning examinations and VEE credits leading to an associateship in the major national actuarial societies.

The Data Science major enables students to achieve proficiency in the fundamentals of programming, databases, and statistical reasoning. Through coursework and projects, students will gain knowledge in problem solving, data science applications and ethics, and statistical inference. Emphasis is on developing the ability to approach real world problems and through the use of computing and statistical methods to draw valid scientific inferences.

Before Graduating Students Must

Complete an exam on the fundamentals of data science, which will be 5% of their grade in STA 4241.
Complete a data analysis project, which will be 10% of their grade in STA 4241.
Complete requirements for the baccalaureate degree, as determined by faculty.

Students in the Major Will Learn to

Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

Content

Identify, define, and describe concepts and issues in data science, including those involved in computing and programming, databases, ethics, mathematical foundations, and statistical methods.

Critical Thinking

Identify sources of variability and bias in a given set of data and formulate and carefully program an appropriate statistical analysis.

Communication

Clearly and effectively present ideas in speech and in writing concerning issues in the proper analysis of data.

Curriculum Map

I = Introduced; R = Reinforced; A = Assessed

Academic Learning Compact 3
Courses	SLO 1	SLO 2	SLO 3
MAS 3114	I
MAS 4115	R
STA 3100	I	I	I
STA 4321	I
STA 4322	I
STA 4210	R	R	R
STA 4241	A	A	A
STA 4273	R	R	R
COP 3502C	I
COP 3503C	R
COP 3530	I
CIS 4301	R
PHI 3681	I	R	R

Assessment Types

Exams
Projects
Written and oral presentations

Disciplines

Liberal Arts and Sciences

Requirements and Admission Criteria for Bachelor of Data Science at University of Florida

Entry Requirements

Applicants who should complete the SSAR:

Attended a high school regionally accredited in the United States for at least three years.
Attended a DODEA (Department of Defense Education Activity) school.

Applicants who should not complete the SSAR:

Attended a secondary school located outside the United States for more than one semester.
Studied a curriculum that did not follow the standard U.S. system.

Required: At least three full years of your most recent secondary school transcripts, including courses in progress (grades 9, 10 and 11 + senior schedule) in both the native language of instruction and a word for word certified English translation (if applicable). Unofficial transcripts are accepted electronically via the status Check Status page for the review process, while official transcripts and translations are required upon enrollment.

English Requirements

IELTSMin 6
TOEFLMin 80

English Program Requirements

All applicants, regardless of citizenship, must demonstrate English proficiency. English proficiency examination results, such as TOEFL, IELTS or Duolingo English Test, are encouraged for non-native English speakers, but are not required for freshman admission. SAT or ACT results are required for all freshman applicants.

Tuition and Fee Information for Bachelor of Data Science at University of Florida

How to Apply for Bachelor of Data Science at University of Florida

A copy of your transcript for any school you have attended with the grades you have earned
A list of your high school activities including jobs, clubs, sports, community service, etc.
Information about your parent(s) or guardian(s), such as educational background, occupation and employer information

Add UF as a university to receive your application and review our specific application requirements.

Fill in your profile information. Your profile is where you'll enter information that will be sent to all schools to which you apply. The University of Florida requires the following sections:

Information about who you are and how to contact you, your address, citizenship, high school and family information
Current-year coursework
Honors and distinctions
Activities and experiences

Complete the UF Supplement. This includes a few additional short-answer questions so that we can learn more about you when reviewing your application.

Complete the essay questions. The essay helps our admissions staff get to know you better. Use this space to tell us something about yourself that we wouldn’t learn elsewhere in your application. And remember, the best essay topic for you is going to be the one that you are most excited to write about.

Once you have submitted your application, a link will appear on your status page to create your Student Self-Reported Academic Record (SSAR). List your high school courses and grades exactly as they appear on your transcript. You must complete the SSAR by December 1 for your application to be complete. If you begin the SSAR separately before submitting your UF application, be sure to link it to your application once your application has been submitted.

Submit your test scores to UF no later than December 15. You may either self-report your SAT and/or ACT scores through your application status page or send official scores from the testing agency. Since accuracy is critical, students who choose to self-report should have a copy of their SAT/ACT score report(s) available to reference when submitting their scores. Because UF superscores both the SAT and ACT, we encourage you to submit scores for all SAT or ACT tests you have taken. If admitted, students who have self-reported their scores in the admissions process will be required to submit official scores from the testing agency to UF by May 1. UF Institutional Codes:

You may request to begin your studies in either the Summer B or Fall term. The term requested DOES NOT affect the consideration of your application. If you are admitted, we will try to offer you the term you requested, but space limitations may mean you receive an offer for a different term.

When you submit your application, pay the $30 nonrefundable fee by credit card unless you qualify for a fee waiver. In both the Common and Coalition applications, you can indicate in the profile section if you qualify for a fee waiver.

You will receive an email 24-48 hours after submitting your application with instructions to create your MyAdmissions application status credentials. Once completed, you can log in to the MyAdmissions app status portal to keep track of your application status and the materials that UF has received. This is also where you will find the link to create your SSAR.

Bachelor of Data Science at University of Florida

University of Florida

United States of America, Gainesville