Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies (BIS) concentration in Data Science & Geographic Information Science

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Students enrolled in the Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies (BIS) concentration in Data Science & Geographic Information Science program will be required to complete 120 credit hours, which includes courses in computer science and geoscience.

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The Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies (BIS) concentration in Data Science & Geographic Information Science program equips students with the essential skills to harness the power of data science alongside geographic information systems (GIS) to address real-world challenges. Students will gain the ability to analyze data, uncover patterns and make predictions to drive informed decision-making in areas such as environmental sustainability, disaster management, urban planning, and more.