What is data science about?
Data science is about collecting, analyzing, and interpreting large amounts of data to gain valuable insights. It combines mathematics, statistics, business, and computer science to discover patterns in data and make predictions. With datascience you can improve search engines, recommendation systems, like on Netflix, or reduce ambulance response times.
What skills do you need for data science in Amsterdam?
As a VU student, you are good at maths, statistics and programming. During a data science course you will learn how to create databases, program algorithms, data analyses and turn data into useful information. Whether you're optimizing business processes or researching social impact, data science has a wide range of applications.
Which program will you choose? Data science is reflected in various programs such as Mathematics, Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Business Analytics, Econometrics en Data science or Lanquage & AI.
Choose a Bachelor's or Master's programme in data science at VU Amsterdam!
Check out the course content below. Read about the subjects, your future opportunities, further studies, and/or examples of great careers. Come experience the atmosphere on our campus during the open days, or join as a student for a day or on a taster day.
