Curriculum
Curriculum
Degree Requirements for the MS in Data Science can be found in the GSAS bulletin – Master of Data Science.
The curriculum for the MS in Data Science (MSDS) degree is 36 credits. One of the key features of the MS in Data Science curriculum is a capstone project that makes the theoretical knowledge you gain in the program operational in realistic settings. During the project, you will go through the entire process of solving a real-world problem: from collecting and processing real-world data, to designing the best method to solve the problem, and finally, to implementing a solution. The problems and datasets you’ll engage with will come from real-world settings identical to what you might encounter in the industry, academia, or government.
The MSDS allows students to pursue the Industry Concentration, which allows them to apply the knowledge and skills obtained in their coursework to industry during the degree program.
The MSDS also offers students the opportunity to pursue a track. Tracks allow you to connect with faculty who advise and help you plan your curriculum and career goals.
For more information on the MS curriculum and requirements please visit the MS Student Handbook. Please note you will only be able to access the handbook through your NYU email address.
Required Course Information
Course descriptions can be found in NYU’s Albert Course Search. Recent course pages are linked below.
- DS-GA 1001 Introduction to Data Science
- DS-GA 1002 Probability and Statistics for Data Science
- DS-GA 1003 Machine Learning
- DS-GA 1004 Big Data
- DS-GA 1006 Capstone Project and Presentation
- One Data Science Elective (choose 1 from the list below).
- DS-GA 1005 Inference and Representation
- DS-GA 1008 Deep Learning
- DS-GA 1011 Natural Language Processing with Representation Learning
- DS-GA 1012 Natural Language Understanding and Computational Semantics
- DS-GA 1013 Mathematical Tools for Data Science
- DS-GA 1014 Optimization and Computational Linear Algebra
- DS-GA 1015 Text as Data
- DS-GA 1016 Computational Cognitive Modeling
- DS-GA 1017 Responsible Data Science
- DS-GA 1018 Probabilistic Time Series Analysis
Electives Information
In addition to the required courses and track electives, MS in Data Science students will fulfill their remaining credits with general electives. CDS students can receive general elective credit for any class listed with a course code that begins with DS-GA as long as the course is not being used to fulfill one of their required courses and is not offered for only non-MS in Data Science students.
In Spring 2022, CDS offered the electives below.
- DS-GA 1009 Practical Training for Data Science
- DS-GA 1010 Independent Study
- DS-GA 1012 Natural Language Understanding and Computational Semantics
- DS-GA 1013 Mathematical Tools for Data Science
- DS-GA 1015 Text as Data
- DS-GA 1016 Computational Cognitive Modeling
- DS-GA 1017 Responsible Data Science
- DS-GA 2002 Communication Skills
- DS-GA 3001 Special Topics in Data Science: Advanced Python for Data Science
- DS-GA 3001 Special Topics in Data Science: Introduction to Computer Vision
In Fall 2022, CDS offered the electives below.
- DS-GA 1005 Inference and Representation
- DS-GA 1007 Programming for Data Science
- DS-GA 1008 Deep Learning
- DS-GA 1009 Practical Training for Data Science
- DS-GA 1010 Independent Study
- DS-GA 1011 Natural Language Processing with Representation Learning
- DS-GA 1014 Optimization and Computational Linear Algebra
- DS-GA 1018 Probabilistic Time Series Analysis
- DS-GA 1020 Mathematical Statistics
- DS-GA 1170 Fundamental Algorithms
- DS-GA 2433 Database Systems
- DS-GA 3001 Special Topics in Data Science: Intro to Applied ML in Finance I: Discrete Choice
- DS-GA 3001 Special Topics in Data Science: Machine Learning for Healthcare
- DS-GA 3001 Special Topics in Data Science: Bayesian Machine Learning
In Spring 2023, CDS is offering the electives below.
- DS-GA 1008 Deep Learning
- DS-GA 1009 Practical Training for Data Science
- DS-GA 1010 Independent Study
- DS-GA 1012 Natural Language Understanding and Computational Semantics
- DS-GA 1015 Text as Data
- DS-GA 1016 Computational Cognitive Modeling
- DS-GA 1017 Responsible Data Science
- DS-GA 1019 Advanced Python for Data Science
- DS-GA 1170 Fundamental Algorithms
- DS-GA 2433 Database Systems
- DS-GA 3001 Special Topics in Data Science: Data Science for Healthcare
- DS-GA 3001 Special Topics in Data Science: Computational Linguistics & Cognitive Science
- DS-GA 3001 Special Topics in Data Science: Probability & Statistics 2
- DS-GA 3001 Special Topics in Data Science: Reinforcement Learning
- DS-GA 3001 Special Topics in Data Science: Introduction to Computer Vision
- DS-GA 3001 Special Topics in Data Science: Modern Topics in Statistical Learning Theory
Students may also take one of the pre-approved non-DS electives listed here as general elective credits towards their MSDS degree. However, please note that these courses may have prerequisites or registration restrictions. Students will need to consult the sponsor department website for such details. Often a search on “NYU” + the course name will lead to details for the course.
Students wishing to take elective courses not on the list need to obtain approval. For approval, please complete the Elective Request for DS Students Google form. You will be asked for the below information.
- Course information
- Course syllabus
- The relevance of course to MSDS degree and goals
- If available, the course website
If you have any questions regarding the eligibility of a course to serve as a general elective please contact Tina Lam at tina.lam@nyu.edu.
4 Semester Course Plan
This is just a guide to help plan out courses for the degree. The course plan may vary based on when courses are offered.
Year 1 – Fall
Course Title | Credits |
---|---|
DS-GA-1001 Intro to Data Science | 3 |
DS-GA 1002 Probability and Statistics for Data Science | 3 |
General Elective or Track Course | 3 |
TOTAL CREDITS | 9 |
Year 1 – Spring
Course Title | Credits |
---|---|
DS-GA-1003 Machine Learning | 3 |
DS-GA-1004 Big Data | 3 |
General Elective or Track Course | 3 |
TOTAL CREDITS | 9 |
Year 2 – Fall
Course Title | Credits |
---|---|
Data Science Elective (see list in required courses section) | 3 |
DS-GA-1006 Capstone Project in Data Science | 3 |
General Elective or Track Course | 3 |
TOTAL CREDITS | 9 |
Year 2 – Spring
Course Title | Credits |
---|---|
General Elective or Track Course | 3 |
General Elective or Track Course | 3 |
General Elective or Track Course | 3 |
TOTAL CREDITS | 9 |