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Accredited in the U.S. and
Austria , BA/BSc in Data Science and Society combines the
study of human societies with a rigorous foundation in mathematics, statistics,
computation and data science. The program teaches the interdisciplinary skills
necessary to extract scientific understanding from societal data and consists
of a comprehensive training in computational data analysis and mathematical
modeling, as well as core theory and methods from sociology, economics, environmental
science and political science.
You will learn how to take
advantage of the unprecedented quantity and level of detail of available
information on human habits, health, communication, opinions, political and
economic behavior in a manner that is built upon quantitative theory and
methods, while being directly integrated with the scholarship in the various
areas of the social sciences.
The
program includes mandatory modules on mathematics, programming and data
analysis, and social sciences. After completing the mandatory
modules, you must choose two of the five specialization tracks:
Sociology
Economics
Environmental
Sciences
Political Science
Data Science
You
will be expected to conduct interdisciplinary research as part of your BA thesis
and capstone project in your chosen areas of specialization.
The program both integrates into the
European-wide Bologna system and offers the best of the American undergraduate
education system. After successful completion of a four-year BA, you will
receive an Austrian and an American BA degree.
EXCHANGE OPPORTUNITIES
In the third year, you’ll have the
opportunity to study abroad at one of our partner universities in Europe or in
the United States. Options include: Sciences Po in Paris, Bocconi University in
Milan, London School of Economics, the Stockholm School of Economics and Bard
College in New York State and in Berlin
CAREER PROSPECTS
Continuing in graduate school
A QSS
degree will offer you the opportunity to pursue MA/MSc and PhD
degrees in a variety of disciplines, including:
Economics
Political
science
Environmental
science
Sociology
Network
Science and
Computational
Social Science
Possible
careers in Business, Industry, Governance,
and NGOs
Specialist quantitative
skills in social sciences are in short supply and are valued by a variety of
employers in:
Businesses
Startups
Public
service
Intergovernmental
organizations (e.g. UN)
NGOs
Journalism
Financial
consulting and
Marketing
Programme overview
Main Subject
Statistics and Operational Research
Degree
BA
Study Level
Undergraduate
Study Mode
On Campus
Accredited in the U.S. and
Austria , BA/BSc in Data Science and Society combines the
study of human societies with a rigorous foundation in mathematics, statistics,
computation and data science. The program teaches the interdisciplinary skills
necessary to extract scientific understanding from societal data and consists
of a comprehensive training in computational data analysis and mathematical
modeling, as well as core theory and methods from sociology, economics, environmental
science and political science.
You will learn how to take
advantage of the unprecedented quantity and level of detail of available
information on human habits, health, communication, opinions, political and
economic behavior in a manner that is built upon quantitative theory and
methods, while being directly integrated with the scholarship in the various
areas of the social sciences.
The
program includes mandatory modules on mathematics, programming and data
analysis, and social sciences. After completing the mandatory
modules, you must choose two of the five specialization tracks:
Sociology
Economics
Environmental
Sciences
Political Science
Data Science
You
will be expected to conduct interdisciplinary research as part of your BA thesis
and capstone project in your chosen areas of specialization.
The program both integrates into the
European-wide Bologna system and offers the best of the American undergraduate
education system. After successful completion of a four-year BA, you will
receive an Austrian and an American BA degree.
EXCHANGE OPPORTUNITIES
In the third year, you’ll have the
opportunity to study abroad at one of our partner universities in Europe or in
the United States. Options include: Sciences Po in Paris, Bocconi University in
Milan, London School of Economics, the Stockholm School of Economics and Bard
College in New York State and in Berlin
CAREER PROSPECTS
Continuing in graduate school
A QSS
degree will offer you the opportunity to pursue MA/MSc and PhD
degrees in a variety of disciplines, including:
Economics
Political
science
Environmental
science
Sociology
Network
Science and
Computational
Social Science
Possible
careers in Business, Industry, Governance,
and NGOs
Specialist quantitative
skills in social sciences are in short supply and are valued by a variety of
employers in:
Businesses
Startups
Public
service
Intergovernmental
organizations (e.g. UN)
NGOs
Journalism
Financial
consulting and
Marketing
Admission Requirements
180+
59+
6.5+
88+
27+
Completed online application form
High school records
Proof of English proficiency
CV
Application essay
Letter of motivation
Letter of recommendation
Evidence of mathematical competence (only for the Quantitative Social Sciences program)
Interview (finalists only)
4 Years
Sep
Candidates are required to submit references or letter(s) of recommendation for acceptance
Candidates are required to submit an essay(s) for acceptance
Tuition fees
Domestic
7,000 EUR
International
7,000 EUR
Scholarships
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BA/ BSc in Data Science and Society
Central European University, Vienna, Austria
48 monthsProgramme duration
7,000 EURTuition Fee/year
Statistics and Operational ResearchMain Subject Area
Programme overview
Main Subject
Statistics and Operational Research
Degree
BA
Study Level
Undergraduate
Study Mode
On Campus
Accredited in the U.S. and Austria , BA/BSc in Data Science and Society combines the study of human societies with a rigorous foundation in mathematics, statistics, computation and data science. The program teaches the interdisciplinary skills necessary to extract scientific understanding from societal data and consists of a comprehensive training in computational data analysis and mathematical modeling, as well as core theory and methods from sociology, economics, environmental science and political science.
You will learn how to take advantage of the unprecedented quantity and level of detail of available information on human habits, health, communication, opinions, political and economic behavior in a manner that is built upon quantitative theory and methods, while being directly integrated with the scholarship in the various areas of the social sciences.
The program includes mandatory modules on mathematics, programming and data analysis, and social sciences. After completing the mandatory modules, you must choose two of the five specialization tracks:
You will be expected to conduct interdisciplinary research as part of your BA thesis and capstone project in your chosen areas of specialization.
The program both integrates into the European-wide Bologna system and offers the best of the American undergraduate education system. After successful completion of a four-year BA, you will receive an Austrian and an American BA degree.
EXCHANGE OPPORTUNITIES
In the third year, you’ll have the opportunity to study abroad at one of our partner universities in Europe or in the United States. Options include: Sciences Po in Paris, Bocconi University in Milan, London School of Economics, the Stockholm School of Economics and Bard College in New York State and in Berlin
CAREER PROSPECTS
Continuing in graduate school
A QSS degree will offer you the opportunity to pursue MA/MSc and PhD degrees in a variety of disciplines, including:
Possible careers in Business, Industry, Governance, and NGOs
Specialist quantitative skills in social sciences are in short supply and are valued by a variety of employers in:
Programme overview
Main Subject
Statistics and Operational Research
Degree
BA
Study Level
Undergraduate
Study Mode
On Campus
Accredited in the U.S. and Austria , BA/BSc in Data Science and Society combines the study of human societies with a rigorous foundation in mathematics, statistics, computation and data science. The program teaches the interdisciplinary skills necessary to extract scientific understanding from societal data and consists of a comprehensive training in computational data analysis and mathematical modeling, as well as core theory and methods from sociology, economics, environmental science and political science.
You will learn how to take advantage of the unprecedented quantity and level of detail of available information on human habits, health, communication, opinions, political and economic behavior in a manner that is built upon quantitative theory and methods, while being directly integrated with the scholarship in the various areas of the social sciences.
The program includes mandatory modules on mathematics, programming and data analysis, and social sciences. After completing the mandatory modules, you must choose two of the five specialization tracks:
You will be expected to conduct interdisciplinary research as part of your BA thesis and capstone project in your chosen areas of specialization.
The program both integrates into the European-wide Bologna system and offers the best of the American undergraduate education system. After successful completion of a four-year BA, you will receive an Austrian and an American BA degree.
EXCHANGE OPPORTUNITIES
In the third year, you’ll have the opportunity to study abroad at one of our partner universities in Europe or in the United States. Options include: Sciences Po in Paris, Bocconi University in Milan, London School of Economics, the Stockholm School of Economics and Bard College in New York State and in Berlin
CAREER PROSPECTS
Continuing in graduate school
A QSS degree will offer you the opportunity to pursue MA/MSc and PhD degrees in a variety of disciplines, including:
Possible careers in Business, Industry, Governance, and NGOs
Specialist quantitative skills in social sciences are in short supply and are valued by a variety of employers in:
Admission Requirements
Tuition fees
Domestic
International
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