Doctor Of Data Science Ddsci (phd)

The tuition fee is 1,725 USD per year.

Graduates of this program complete the course Applied Research for Real-World Impact and conduct a dissertation or doctoral research project over four semesters. The curriculum is designed with a strong focus on real-world problem-solving, ensuring that students gain practical skills in machine learning, statistical modeling, big data systems, and AI-driven decision-making. The program promotes ethical data practices, covering data privacy, governance, and emerging AI technologies. The program includes advanced research courses such as Quantitative Research Methods and Qualitative Research Methods, along with a prospectus and literature review.

Westcliff University’s main campus is in Irvine, California, in Southern California’s greater Orange County community. The university also lists locations in Corona, Dallas, Los Angeles, Miami, Orlando, San Francisco, Toronto, and Nepal. International students can study at the Southern California campus or online from their home country, with online classes and remote internship opportunities available across its degrees.

Academic work spans business, technology and engineering, education, law, and nursing. Programs include bachelor’s, master’s, doctoral, and certificate options, with subjects such as business analytics, computer science, information technology, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, education, legal studies, and nursing. Classroom instruction connects with the real world of business, STEM, and education. Professors working in their fields bring practical experience into teaching, and the university lists a 10:1 student-to-faculty ratio.

Students from more than 80 countries have sought Westcliff’s education in the United States, while its fast facts refer to more than 9,000 students from over 110 countries. The MBA includes a SMART Consulting Capstone, where teams of no more than five research markets, analyze problems, and develop recommendations with guidance from faculty, executives, and mentors. Students may also join the Westcliff Warriors athletics program. The Irvine campus is located at 17877 Von Karman Ave, 4th Floor, Irvine, California 92614.