Why Pursue a Data Science Degree at NCC?
Generate broad career opportunities with the 2-year Associate in Science (AS) in Data Science degree at Northampton Community College. Offered in Bethlehem, PA, the data science program lays the groundwork for you to support and expand businesses of all kinds with in-demand data analytics skills. After graduation, you’ll be ready for a wide variety of entry-level roles or to pursue your bachelor’s degree in data science or data analytics.
What You'll Learn
Gain real-world experience as you work with real data to determine high-impact strategies and solutions in hands-on visualization, programming, and database coursework. You'll also learn how to analyze very large data sets and apply appropriate research methods and statistical techniques to collect and analyze data for decision-making. Our program is designed to equip you with the skills to communicate and interpret data science analyses effectively to any audience, whether it be orally, visually, or in written format. Additionally, you'll learn how to critically evaluate ethical, privacy, and security challenges in data analytics.
Program Details
Semesters: 4
Credits: 60
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Locations: BethlehemProgram Overview:
Prepare for a highly technical career with a foundational understanding of communication, information technology, data science, and statistics. Throughout the data analytics associate degree, you will examine the data science lifecycle, explore design principles and establish methodologies for interactively visualizing and communicating data.
These skills equip you to collect, organize, analyze, interpret, and evaluate data to improve business processes and decision-making. In your capstone course, you’ll apply these algorithms, methods, and tools to solve a real-world data analysis problem for a local company or organization.
Build the Foundation for Your Future
Transfer to a 4-year university: The foundation you build at NCC sets you up for success—and saves you thousands of dollars—when transferring to a top-ranked university. Our dedicated academic advisors will help you understand transfer requirements and design your degree plans. Learn more about transferring out.
Excellent career preparation: Career services at Northampton Community College connect you with industry leaders and professional networks that can help you earn internship placements and launch your career.
Learn more about why NCC is an excellent choice for your future!
