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Data Science (B.S.) Recommended First Courses

To get started in the Data Science B.S., we recommend the following:

  1. Learn about the principles of data science by taking DATASCI 112.
  2. Work on the math progression by first completing Math 19, 20, and 21 (if needed), and then diving into Math 51, Math 52, and Math 53. 
  3. Explore Computer Science with CS 106A and CS 106B.
  4. Learn about randomness and sampling with Stats 116 or Stats 117. 

Have questions?  Meet with our peer advisors or a member of our student services team!