About The School

The School of Data Science at Symbiosis Skills and Professional University aims to achieve excellence in computing disciplines.

The core focus is on training students to design and implement systems that integrate software and hardware, apply creative programming and problem-solving techniques, develop large-scale software systems, and build data/computing infrastructure for organizations.

Program Purpose

Data Science is a widely applied field across academia, business sectors, R&D, and more — vital for effective decision-making in everyday activities. The B.Sc. in Data Science program is designed to:

Provide students with skill sets specific to Data Science
Offer a balance of theoretical knowledge and hands-on experience
Expose students to research models and industry-standard applications through guest lectures, seminars, projects, internships, group discussions, and industry activities

The curriculum emphasizes Application Creation, Data Science, and Machine Learning to ensure students graduate fully competent for the industry.

Program Highlights

Project-based

Project-based learning with industry collaboration

Skill Building

Skill building and practical implementation focus

Internship

Internship opportunities every year

Workshops

Workshops, guest lectures, and sessions with industry experts

Vision

To be a center of excellence in Data Science education and applied research, developing ethically responsible, industry-ready data professionals and innovators capable of transforming data into actionable intelligence toward sustainable societal and industrial growth.

Mission

To impart outcome-based education blending theoretical foundations with hands-on industry-oriented skill development in data analytics, machine learning, and AI.
To foster innovation, entrepreneurship, and problem-solving through experiential learning, real-world projects, and interdisciplinary collaboration.
To promote ethical data practices, data privacy awareness, and responsible AI usage aligned with national and global standards.

Dr. Darshana Desai

Professor & Director

Message from the Director

In the information age, which we all are part of, data is the source of power. Companies like Google and Amazon exert influence because of the vast data they hold. However, this data is only useful if we can extract meaningful insights and apply them for business and predictive analytics. Data Science — an interdisciplinary field that uses scientific methods, processes, algorithms, and systems to extract valuable information — has become a major pathway to employment and research opportunities around the world.

Over the past decade, data scientists have become some of the most sought-after professionals in organizations globally. These individuals are data-driven, technically skilled, and capable of building complex quantitative algorithms to organize and synthesize large amounts of information — helping solve real-world problems and drive strategic decisions. Combined with strong communication and leadership skills, they offer significant value to businesses and organizations.

At the School of Data Science, Symbiosis Skills and Professional University, we offer graduate and postgraduate programs for students who wish to build a career in this exciting field. Our teaching approach is based on experiential learning, so that students graduate industry-ready and well equipped for the roles that today’s employers demand.

With a degree in Data Science from SSPU and the skillsets you acquire during your studies, you’ll be well positioned to receive attractive job offers from leading companies. Throughout the program, you will gain experience in programming languages, data warehousing, data mining, Big Data analytics, modeling, and AI algorithms — all of which enable you to contribute effectively to the organization you join.

Welcome to the School of Data Science, Symbiosis Skills and Professional University — your pathway to success!