About this Program
The R programming language is an important tool for extracting useful information from large data sets across industry, academia and scientific research circles. R offers powerful statistical tools, data visualization capabilities, high extensibility and active communities.
In this three-course certificate program, you’ll learn to perform advanced data analysis and modeling using statistical models, tools and R programming. We’ll cover the fundamentals of modern applied statistics for use in inference and prediction. You’ll gain skills in data mining and exploration and discover how to produce insightful visualizations.
DESIGNED FOR
Technically oriented professionals who want to better understand modern applied statistics in order to analyze and derive meaning from real-life data sets.
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ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
To apply, you must have:
Successfully completed a college-level calculus class and a college-level statistics class (if your statistics coursework is five or more years ago, we encourage you to take another introductory statistics course before entering the program)
Completed the math skills self-test
Time Commitment
Including time in class, you should expect to spend about 12 to 14 hours each week on coursework.
English Proficiency
If English is not your native language, you should have at least intermediate English skills to enroll. To see if you qualify, make sure you are at the B2 level on the CEFR self-assessment grid . To learn more, see English Language Proficiency Requirements – Noncredit Programs .
International Students
Because this offering is 100% online, no visa is required and international students are welcome to apply. For more information, see Admission Requirements for International Students .
TECHNOLOGY REQUIREMENTS
Access to a computer with a recent operating system and web browser
Open-source R
High-speed internet connection
Headset and webcam (recommended)
Dual monitors (recommended)
Earning the Certificate
You earn a certificate of completion by successfully completing all required courses. For more information, see Earning the Certificate .
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Alumni Spotlight
Johanna Krogh, a graduate of the UW Certificate in Statistical Analysis with R Programming, describes how her certificate program provided her with confidence, experience and a new job.
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WHAT YOU’LL LEARN
How to apply modern statistics to real-life problems in research and industry
Foundational R programming, visualization and plotting skills
How to streamline data manipulation and create advanced graphics
Data analysis methods using predictive modeling and machine learning
Time series analysis, spatial modeling, 3D plotting, mapping and animation
GET HANDS-ON EXPERIENCE
Generate publication-quality plots and cutting-edge graphics-embedded reports
Master the train-validate-test sequence of predictive methods
APPLY FOR A SCHOLARSHIP
You may be eligible to apply for a UW Certificate Scholarship or Rotary Scholarship to cover most of the costs of this program. Scholarships are awarded based on financial need and the potential of the program to positively impact your career. For more information, see the Scholarships page.
EARN DIGITAL BADGES
You can earn a digital achievement badge for successfully completing this certificate program, as well as a separate badge for each course. These badges can be shared on LinkedIn and other social media sites. Learn more about digital badges .
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