Concordia University, Nebraska launches new data science program
Seward, NE (09/04/2024) — Concordia University, Nebraska today announced the launch of a new university undergraduate degree, the bachelor of science in data science. This innovative program is designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary to thrive in today's data-driven world.
With the exponential growth of data across various industries, there is an increasing demand for professionals who can analyze, interpret and derive insights from complex datasets. Concordia University, Nebraska recognizes this demand and is committed to preparing students for successful careers in data science.
"Building on the strengths of our faculty in computer science and mathematics, Concordia is well positioned to address this need and prepare our students to meet it," said Dr. Tim Preuss, Concordia Nebraska provost. "Adding data science as an area where we can expand our community of Christ-centered academic excellence fits our mission of equipping men and women for lives of learning, service and leadership in the church and world and our vision to be salt and light in the home, church and world."
The data science major will be available to incoming students starting in the fall semester of 2024 and will provide students with a comprehensive foundation in programming languages, data manipulation and analysis techniques. Students will study domain-specific knowledge in areas such as business, finance, healthcare and computer science to be able to apply data science techniques effectively in real-world contexts and gain practical experience through hands-on projects and internships with industry partners.
Concordia Nebraska's data science program will be housed in the state-of-the-art Dunklau Center for Science, Math and Business, which features experiential and collaborative learning spaces, including two computer labs dedicated to computer and data science.
About Concordia University, Nebraska
Concordia University, Nebraska, founded in 1894, is a fully accredited, coeducational university of The Lutheran Church--Missouri Synod located in Seward, Nebraska, which currently serves more than 1,700 students. Concordia offers more than 100 undergraduate, graduate and professional programs in an excellent academic and Christ-centered community that equips men and women for lives of learning, service and leadership in the church and world. For more information, visit cune.edu.
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