Technical Communication (Data Visualization) ,BS
Big Data, Communication, Computer Systems Administrator, Content Strategy, Data Analysis, Digital Design, Information Design, Market Researcher, Technical Communication, Visual Communication
Do you have a flair for both analysis and artful communication? Use your full range of talents as you learn to develop data-driven insights and communicate those insights in dynamic, visually powerful, ethical and aesthetically engaging ways.
The data visualization concentration in the Bachelor of Science program in technical communication prepares you for the innovative work of collecting, processing and visualizing data in clear, accurate and dynamic ways to a variety of audiences.
You learn how to structure, model, clean and correlate data. You learn myriad types of data visualizations and how to develop and refine visualizations using a variety of software, read and develop analytics dashboards, and communicate data-driven recommendations and findings. You gain experience visualizing proportions, patterns over time, complex relationships and spatial data through graphics. You also learn about data visualization ethics, including how to spot misleading graphs and how to ensure the production of responsible and accurate visualizations.
- College/school:
College of Integrative Sciences and Arts
- Location: Polytechnic or Online , ASU Local
- Second language requirement: No
- STEM-OPT extension eligible: No
- First required math course: MAT 114 - College Mathematics
- Math
intensity: General
What If: See how your courses can be applied to another major and find out how to change your major.
This program allows students to obtain both a bachelor's and a master's degree in as little as five years. Accelerated bachelor's plus master's degree programs are designed for high-achieving students who want the opportunity to share undergraduate coursework with graduate coursework to accelerate completion of their master's degree. These programs feature the same high quality curriculum taught by ASU's world-renowned faculty.
This program is offered as an accelerated bachelor's plus master's degree with:
Students typically receive approval to pursue the accelerated master's during the junior year of their bachelor's degree program. Interested students can learn about eligibility requirements and how to apply.
General university admission requirements:
All students are required to meet general
university admission requirements.
First-year | Transfer | International | Readmission
A current ASU student has no additional requirements for changing majors.
Students should visit the Change of Major form for information about how to change a major to this program.
ASU offers this program in an online format with multiple enrollment sessions throughout the year. Applicants may view the program’s ASU Online page for program descriptions and to request more information.
It is now possible to earn an ASU degree with ASU Local, an integrated college experience in which students take advantage of in-person success coaching and programming experiences on site while completing one of 130+ undergraduate online degree programs, all of which come with online faculty interaction and tutoring support.
ASU is committed to helping students thrive by offering tools that allow personalization of the transfer path to ASU. Students may use MyPath2ASU® to outline a list of recommended courses to take prior to transfer.
ASU has transfer partnerships in Arizona and across the country to create a simplified transfer experience for students. These pathway programs include exclusive benefits, tools and resources, and they help students save time and money in their college journey.
Program learning outcomes identify what a student will learn or be able to do upon completion of their program. This program’s learning outcomes include the following:
- Design clear, ethical and persuasive communication products for diverse audiences.
- Develop recommendations to improve the design and impact of technical content using user experience research methods.
- Evaluate emerging technologies to determine appropriate methods for delivering content for different audiences and purposes.
- Evaluate the affordances and limitations of visualization methods, tools, and techniques.
- Visualize data for a range of contexts and audiences.
Studying abroad while learning about data visualization in the world of technical communication gives students an advantage in many workplaces. Understanding the global view of applied workplace communication, students become well-rounded communicators, able to use various print and digital information products to relate technical and specialized information. When they participate in one of the more than 300 available Global Education programs, students expand their scope of learning beyond the classroom and gain hands-on experience in different and exciting cultures.
Many of the School of Applied Professional Studies programs allow students to earn credit toward their major for their experiences studying abroad.
Software and electronics companies, media corporations, financial institutions, government agencies and nonprofits are among the organizations that need technical communicators. Graduates of the program prepare for careers such as:
- big data engineer
- communication manager
- computer and information systems manager
- data specialist or analyst
- data visualization developer
- digital designer
- information architect
- market research analyst
Graduates are prepared for high-demand data visualization and data scientist roles across many industries and workplace environments.
Example job titles and salaries listed below are not necessarily entry level, and students should take into consideration how years of experience and geographical location may affect pay scales. Some jobs also may require advanced degrees, certifications or state-specific licensure.
| Career | *Growth | *Median salary |
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8.7%
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$105,850
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8.7%
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$139,500
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8.2%
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$116,580
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6.7%
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$78,760
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School of Applied Professional Studies
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Program term definitions
Accelerated programs allow students the opportunity to expedite the completion of their degree.
Accelerated master's
These programs allow students to accelerate their studies to earn a bachelor's plus a master's degree in as few as five years (for some programs).
Each program has requirements students must meet to be eligible for consideration. Students typically receive approval to pursue the accelerated master's during the junior year of their bachelor's degree program. Interested students can learn about eligibility requirements and how to apply.
Concurrent degrees allow students to pursue their own personal or professional interests, earn two distinct degrees and receive two diplomas. To add a concurrent degree to your existing degree, work with your academic advisor.
Joint programs, or jointly conferred degrees, are offered by more than one college and provide opportunities for students to take advantage of the academic strengths of two academic units. Upon graduation, students are awarded one degree and one diploma conferred by two colleges.
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ASU Online offers programs in an entirely online format with multiple enrollment sessions throughout the year. See https://asuonline.asu.edu/ for more information.
