The Analytics & Data Science: Analytics option at UNH prepares you to shape the future of data analysis leaders amidst a global surge in big data initiatives. As the sole on-campus program of its kind in the region, it primes you with essential skills to manage, distill, and interpret data across diverse sectors like finance, healthcare and marketing. Here, you’ll develop strong technical skills in Python, R, and big-data frameworks like Hadoop and MapReduce to derive actionable insights for tactical decision-making coveted by employers. The analytics option is designed to prepare you for an array of rapidly growing career fields or to pursue graduate education.
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Julia Hilinski is a senior analytics and data science major. For her senior project, she worked with the bread company, When Pigs Fly, to create an application that optimizes their wholesale distribution.Learn More
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What is the difference between Analytics and Data Science on the Durham campus versus the Manchester campus?
The program is jointly administered across both campuses and the degree requirements are identical. The Durham campus is primarily for residential full-time students who can commit to classes throughout the day and week. The Manchester programs are more convenient for students who prefer classes in the evenings or in non-traditional formats. The classes for the Analytics option are available on both campuses, while some classes for the Data Science option are currently available only in Durham.
Those interested in the Analytics & Data Science: Analytics Option major may also be interested in the following advanced degrees. Students in the program also have the opportunity to participate in the UNH accelerated master’s program.
