Data Theory BS

The Data Theory major is a designated capstone major. Students work in small teams to solve a large, open-ended data science problem for community- or campus-based clients. Emphasis is placed on the development and theoretical support of a statistical model or algorithmic approach. Alternatively, students may undertake research on the foundations of data science, studying advanced topics and writing a senior thesis.

College:
College of Letters and Science

Department:
Statistics and Data Science

Degree Level:
Undergraduate

Degree:
Bachelor of Science

Preparation for the Major

Complete 11 courses as follows:

0/10

Statistics Elective

Select one course

Select 1 from 4 options:

0/1

The Major

Complete 16 courses as follows:

0/15

Two-Quarter Sequence

Select one sequence

Select 1 from 2 options:

0/1

Mathematics 170E and 170S

0/2

Complete both courses in this sequence.

Statistics 100A and 100B

0/2

Complete both courses in this sequence.

Mathematics Elective

Select one course

Select 1 from 11 options:

0/1

Statistics Elective

0/1

Additional Electives

0/2

Capstone

Complete one course during the final year

Select 1 from 2 options:

0/1

Data Theory BS

Preparation for the Major

Statistics Elective

The Major

Two-Quarter Sequence

Mathematics 170E and 170S

Statistics 100A and 100B

Mathematics Elective

Statistics Elective

Additional Electives

Capstone

Quarter Planning

Fall 2025

Winter 2026

Spring 2026