Graduate Certificate in Cultural Analytics
Examine cultural objects using an array of computational methods with the Graduate Certificate in Cultural Analytics in the Lew Klein College of Media and Communication at Temple University. Also known as “digital humanities,” cultural analytics combines coding, computer science, statistics and other methods to study modern culture in digital form.
The Cultural Analytics Graduate Certificate is ideal for students in humanistic and nonscientific fields, and lays the foundation for advanced research in your chosen discipline or career. Participants are encouraged to work within one of the following focal areas.
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Basic programming
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Data visualization
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Mapping and geographic information systems
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Research design and analysis
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Social media research
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Statistics
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Text encoding and analysis
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Virtual environment
What sets apart the Cultural Analytics Graduate Certificate program?
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Unique learning opportunities. Students in this graduate certificate program receive specialized training in the management and use of digital materials, learning to apply computational methods to the study of cultural objects. Items readily available for study through this program include archival materials, books, films, museum objects, paintings and sculptures.
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Interdisciplinary study. This program combines faculty and resources from several of Temple’s schools, colleges and research spaces, including the College of Science and Technology, the Tyler School of Art and Architecture, and the Loretta C. Duckworth Scholars Studio. Our study and collaboration opportunities provide each student with the freedom to tailor their education to their specific interests and career goals.
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Research excellence. Temple is classified as an R1 research institution by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education. This prestigious designation denotes “highest research activity” among four-year institutions in the nation. Here, you have unparalleled access to a breadth of advanced research opportunities that will advance you in your chosen discipline or career.
Program Format & Curriculum
The Cultural Analytics Certificate can be completed full time or part time, depending on your schedule or preference. Matriculated students are required to complete nine credits for this program, while nonmatriculated students must complete 10 credits.
Among the courses offered in this program are the following.
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Cartographic Design
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Digital Qualitative Research Methods
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Geovisualization
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Inferential and Multivariate Statistics
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Scripting for Sciences and Business
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Social Media Analytics
Learn more about courses and requirements for the Cultural Analytics Graduate Certificate.