The primary objective of this program is not only to provide students with the theoretical foundations of data science but also to equip them with the knowledge, skills, and competencies necessary to effectively integrate rapidly evolving artificial intelligence approaches into data analytics processes. The program aims to enable participants to generate creative and scientific solutions to complex data problems by utilizing modern AI techniques in data collection, processing, analysis, and interpretation.
With the rapid increase in digitalization in both developed and developing countries, data generation and the transformation of this data into meaningful information have gained significant importance. This trend is also evident in Türkiye, where the field of data science and analytics is experiencing positive growth momentum. In this context, there is a growing demand for qualified professionals such as data analysts, data engineers, business intelligence specialists, and artificial intelligence and machine learning experts. However, the limited number of undergraduate programs in this field in Türkiye further deepens the shortage of qualified experts in the sector. The Department of Data Science and Analytics aims to fill this gap by training well-equipped data science professionals who possess analytical thinking skills and can generate value from data.
Graduates of the Data Science and Analytics undergraduate program have access to a wide and dynamic range of employment opportunities in today's world, where digital transformation is accelerating. The importance of data-driven strategic decision-making processes is rapidly increasing in many sectors, including finance, healthcare, retail, manufacturing, energy, logistics, telecommunications, e-commerce, and the public sector. This rising trend drives the growing demand for competent professionals in the field of data science. Graduates can work in critical positions such as data analyst, data scientist, business intelligence specialist, data engineer, machine learning specialist, and artificial intelligence expert. Additionally, they can take active roles in building and managing big data infrastructures and in generating meaningful insights from data. Moreover, graduates have the opportunity to pursue academic careers through master’s and doctoral programs or work as researchers in R&D centers.
The Department of Data Science and Analytics accepts students via horizontal transfer from associate and undergraduate degree programs within the quota, in accordance with the "Regulation on the Principles of Transfer Between Associate Degree and Undergraduate Degree Programs, Double Major, Minor, and Inter-Institutional Credit Transfer in Higher Education Institutions
All students who wish to transfer to the department through Vertical Transfer must take the Vertical Transfer Exam (DGS) and attain a qualifying score. Students who meet all the requirements are placed by ÖSYM and gain the right to pursue a four-year undergraduate education at our university. Additionally, associate degree students of Istanbul Gelişim University who earn a paid quota through DGS are granted a 50% scholarship opportunity.