BS in Data Science and Philosophy
The Data Science and Philosophy combined major (Khoury College and the College of Social Sciences and Humanities) will prepare you with a strong foundation in formal logic — including logical proofs and the ability to represent and evaluate arguments — and understanding of the intersection of logic and data. Build exceptional oral and written communication skills, gain experience working with data in its various forms, and explore the ethical and social issues related to data.
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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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Get to know the engaged, experienced professors who are here to support you every step of the way.
Wolfgang Gatterbauer
Wolfgang Gatterbauer is an associate professor at Khoury College. He works on the theory of scalable data management, with the goal of expanding data management systems and enabling them to support novel functionalities.
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The BS in Data Science and Philosophy program is an interdisciplinary collaboration with the College of Social Sciences and Humanities.
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