BS in Data Science and Linguistics
The combined BS in Data Science and Linguistics (Khoury College and the College of Science) offers a strong foundation in the formal structures of human languages and the collection, manipulation, storage, retrieval, and analysis of data in various forms. You’ll learn to analyze human language data using linguistic and psycholinguistic methods — preparing you for a range of exciting career options or to pursue advanced degrees in related fields.
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Campus location
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Boston
Located in the heart of Boston, Northeastern’s oldest campus is home to a vibrant community of students, researchers, and faculty working across disciplines to build a better world through CS.
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Meet our faculty
Get to know the engaged, experienced professors who are here to support you every step of the way.
David Bau
David Bau is an assistant professor at Khoury College and the lead principal investigator of the National Deep Inference Fabric project. His research centers on human–computer interaction and machine learning, including the gap between the efficacy of AI and scientists’ ability to explain it.
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The BS in Data Science and Linguistics program is an interdisciplinary collaboration with the College of Science.
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In our accelerated master’s programs, you can start earning your master’s degree while you are still pursuing your undergraduate studies.
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