Master's of Applied Science in Data Science

Master's of Applied Science in Data Science

Masters

The Master of Applied Science in Data Science program is a two-year program launched by Madan Bhandari University of Science and Technology.

The Master of Applied Science in Data Science program aims to provide students with advanced knowledge and research skills in the field of data science. In this program, the students will embark on a journey to explore data science, from foundational concepts to cutting-edge research. Through a blend of core courses, electives, and research, students will engage in deep learning and application of data science principles, culminating in the completion of an original research thesis. This program is structured to nurture critical thinking, problem-solving, and ethical research practices in data science.

Missions

Knowledge Advancement: To provide students with a comprehensive understanding of data science principles, methodologies, and emerging trends, enabling them to become field experts.

Research Excellence: To foster an innovative and research-oriented culture that enables students to conduct independent studies and contribute to the data-science field.

Interdisciplinary Learning: Through multidisciplinary study and collaboration, an integrated perspective of data science's application and impact on society is established.

Professional and Academic Development: To prepare students for both research and industry roles in data science, equipping them with expertise in diverse career paths of data science.

Objectives

  1. Implement machine learning algorithms to solve real-world data science problems.
  2. Evaluate and compare the performance of machine learning models and choose appropriate techniques for specific tasks.
  3. Conduct advanced statistical analysis to derieve insights from data.
  4. Critically assess and apply ethical guidelines and research methods to ensure the validity of data science research.
  5. Create novel research contributions in the field of data science through the Master's thesis.

Eligibility

4-year Bachelor's in science/engineering/technology or other relevant subjects from recognized universities with a minimum CGPA of 2.75 out of 4 or equivalent.

 

Curricular Structure

Core Courses

SN Course Code Course Title Credit
1 DS-CR-501 Programming for Data Science 2
2 DS-CR-502 Data Analytical and Visualization 3
3 DS-CR-503 Machine Learning for Data Science 3
4 DS-CR-504 Research Methods for Data Science 1
5 DS-CR-550 Data Engineering and Architecture 2
6 DS-CR-551 Deep Learning 3

Non-Credit Compulsory Courses

SN Course Code Course Title Credit
1 DS-NC-505 Development Policy 0
2 DS-NC-552 Entrepreneurship for Data Science 0

Technical Elective Courses

SN Course Code Course Title Credit
1 DS-EL-561 Generative AI and Applications 3
2 DS-EL-562 Text Mining and Information Retrieval 3
3 DS-EL-563 Human-Computer Interaction 3
4 DS-EL-564 AI in IoT 3
5 DS-EL-565 AI in Agriculture 3
6 DS-EL-566 AI in Climate 3
7 DS-EL-567 AI in Tourism 3
8 DS-EL-568 Social Network Analysis 3
9 DS-EL-569 Healthcare Analysis 3

Semester I

Course Code Course Title Credit
DS-CR-501 Programming for Data Science 2
DS-CR-502 Data Analytics and Visualization 3
DS-CR-503 Machine Learning for Data Science 3
DS-CR-504 Research for Data Science 1
DS-NC-505 Development Policy 0

Semester II

Course Code Course Title Credit
DS-CR-550 Data Engineering and Architecture 2
DS-CR-551 Deep Learning 3
DS-EL-561-569 Elective I (one course from the list related to the thesis)  3
DS-EL-561-569 Elective II (one course from the list related to thesis) 3
DS-NC-552 Entrepreneurship for Data Science 0
DS-TH-699 Thesis  

Semester III

Course Code Course Title Credit
DS-TH-699 Thesis  

Semester IV

Course Code Course Title Credit
DS-TH-699 Thesis  

Total Credit for Thesis = 30 credit

Total Credit for Mater in Applied Sciences = 50 credit (14 credit core course + 6 credit Technical elective + 30 credit Thesis)