Dec 06, 2025  
2025-2026 University Catalog 
    
2025-2026 University Catalog

Computational Data Science Concentration (GR)

Location(s): West Lafayette, Online


Program Requirements


For MS: 9 Credits Required

For PHD: 12 Credits Required

Required Courses (6 credits)


Core Areas (6 credits)


Both MS and PHD students should select two courses from two separate areas, listed below.

Selectives (3-6 credits)


MS students should take 3 credits, or one course, from the list below. PHD students should take 6 credits, or two courses, from the list below.

Additional Requirements


MS students must take the CIGP seminar for one semester. PHD students must take the CIGP seminar for two semesters.

During their final semester, MS students must complete a poster presentation and PHD students must complete a talk.

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