FARMVILLE, Va., July 14 -- Longwood University issued the following news release:
Longwood University will launch a new bachelor of science in data science program beginning this fall, giving students an opportunity to develop in-demand skills in data analysis, statistics and programming, while preparing for careers in one of the nation's fastest-growing fields.
The new program is designed to appeal to students who enjoy solving problems and want to make an impact through data-driven decision-making. Real-world data and practical applications are infused throughout the program so that students will have the opportunity right from the start to tackle authentic problems.
By graduation, students will have gained hands-on experience using da...