Leverage the latest tools and analytical methods to work with data at scale, derive insights from complex and unstructured data, and solve real-world problems. Leverage the latest tools and analytical methods to work with data at scale, derive insights from complex and unstructured data, and solve real-world problems. Leverage the latest tools and analytical methods to work with data at scale, derive insights from complex and unstructured data, and solve real-world problems.
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The No. 1-ranked 3 Master of Information and Data Science (MIDS) program, delivered online from the UC Berkeley School of Information (I School), prepares data science professionals to be leaders in the field. By blending a multidisciplinary curriculum, experienced faculty from top data-driven companies, an accomplished network of peers, and the flexibility of online learning, the WASC-accredited datascience@berkeley program brings UC Berkeley to students, wherever they are. Learn more about data science.
The multidisciplinary online data science master’s curriculum draws upon computer science, social sciences, statistics, management, and law. Students use the latest tools and analytical methods to work with data at scale, derive insights from complex and unstructured data, and solve real-world problems.
The 27-unit, online program is designed for the working professional’s schedule and can be completed on one of three paths: accelerated, standard, or decelerated. Students who wish to take the program on an accelerated or decelerated basis must receive approval from UC Berkeley.
The accelerated path gives students the opportunity to take three courses per semester to complete the program in as few as 12 months.
The standard path is designed for working professionals and can be completed in 20 months, with two courses per semester.
The decelerated path allows students to drop down to one course per semester after the first term and complete the program in no more than 32 months.