MSc in Data Science in Portland United States | Northeastern University

Data now serves as a pivotal force driving economic, social, and cultural transformation. In today's world, skilled professionals who can interpret this vast resource and extract meaningful insights are in unprecedented demand.
Our Master's in Data Science program was designed with this need—and your existing expertise—as its foundation. This collaborative initiative between Khoury College of Computer Sciences and the College of Engineering equips you with advanced mathematical, computational, and data engineering skills to propel your career forward. The program's interdisciplinary nature ensures thorough, well-rounded training in data science. Through diverse elective options, you can tailor your studies to match your specific interests. Coupled with extensive co-op placements, research projects, and internship possibilities, you'll graduate with practical experience that prepares you for wherever data takes you.
PROGRAM OBJECTIVES
Earning an MSDS degree empowers you to:
Data Management: Skillfully handle extensive datasets using integrated database systems.
Machine Learning: Select and implement suitable machine-learning approaches for problem-solving.
Analysis and Visualization: Clearly convey data-driven findings to stakeholders.
PROFESSIONAL PATHWAYS
The MSDS curriculum's focus on machine learning, data mining, AI, and visualization trains students to collect, process, model, interpret, and present data for informed decision-making that drives business success.