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Data Science, Ph.D.

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Program Overview

Welcome to the Data Science Ph.D. program, offered by the School of Data Science at UNC Charlotte.  The field of data science has evolved dramatically in the past decade, propelled by the latest advances in artificial intelligence and the ever-changing needs for data management and analytics in industry.  Keeping pace with these advances requires scholars and practitioners who are rigorously trained and ethically grounded, and who are equipped with the skills needed to work collaboratively across domains to find innovative solutions for society’s toughest challenges.

Data Science, Ph.D. at a Glance

Delivery
On-Campus
Credit Hours
74
Advanced standing option available
Admits
Fall 2025

Events

Feb
28

CCI Graduate Programs Open House

10AM — 12PM
University of North Carolina at Charlotte (UNCC), Woodward Building- Room106

Registered guests will have the opportunity to explore the College of Computing and Informatics’ graduate programs through program overviews, faculty,…

Feb
28

CCI Graduate Programs Open House

10AM — 12PM
University of North Carolina at Charlotte (UNCC), Woodward Building- Room106

Registered guests will have the opportunity to explore the College of Computing and Informatics’ graduate programs through program overviews, faculty,…

Mar
02

Tech Compass Networking Event sponsored by SIM Women Charlotte

3PM — 5PM
Popp Martin Student Union, 340

Tech Compass: Finding Direction in a Rapidly Evolving Industry CCI and Charlotte SIM Women invite you to a networking experience…

Mar
02

Tech Compass Networking Event sponsored by SIM Women Charlotte

3PM — 5PM
Popp Martin Student Union, 340

Tech Compass: Finding Direction in a Rapidly Evolving Industry CCI and Charlotte SIM Women invite you to a networking experience…

Mar
03

A Day in the Life of a Data Scientist in…

4PM — 5PM
Dubois Center at UNC Charlotte Center City, 604

With over two decades of experience leading transformative AI and analytics initiatives at top financial institutions—including Truist, Bank of America,…

Mar
03

A Day in the Life of a Data Scientist in…

4PM — 5PM
Dubois Center at UNC Charlotte Center City, 604

With over two decades of experience leading transformative AI and analytics initiatives at top financial institutions—including Truist, Bank of America,…

Mar
04

EY – Employer in the Foyer (Cancelled)

11AM — 2PM
Woodward, Second Floor

EY – Office of the CTO Emerging Technology team is hosting an Employer in the Foyer table on the second…

Mar
04

EY – Employer in the Foyer (Cancelled)

11AM — 2PM
Woodward, Second Floor

EY – Office of the CTO Emerging Technology team is hosting an Employer in the Foyer table on the second…

Mar
05

Do Large Language Models (LLMs) Favour Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion…

1PM — 2PM
Popp Martin Student Union, 265

On July 25, 2025, President Trump signed an executive order titled “Preventing Woke AI in Federal Government,” which restricts federal…

Mar
05

Do Large Language Models (LLMs) Favour Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion…

1PM — 2PM
Popp Martin Student Union, 265

On July 25, 2025, President Trump signed an executive order titled “Preventing Woke AI in Federal Government,” which restricts federal…

Explore Official University Catalog

Check out the official catalog for information on specific degree requirements, course progressions, curriculum and more.