Data Science and Analytics
Build the skills to transform data into meaningful insights and informed decisions.
Master Your Next Move
Data is transforming the way organizations make decisions, drive innovation, and solve complex challenges. From healthcare and finance to technology and energy, the demand for professionals who can turn data into actionable insights continues to grow.
UCalgary's Professional Graduate Program in Data Science and Analytics combines technical, analytical, and business-focused learning to prepare you for success in today's data-driven economy. Develop practical skills in data analysis, visualization, and decision-making while learning from experts across multiple disciplines.
Apply now to build the skills to transform data into meaningful insights and informed decisions.
Program Information
The Master of Data Science and Analytics (MDSA) is awarded to students who have completed 36 units of coursework as follows:
- The courses associated with the Graduate Certificate (12 units of coursework); and
- The courses associated with the Graduate Diploma (12 units of coursework); and
- An Integrated Topics course (3 units) and either a competitive professional internship in industry or a research/capstone project (6 units)
Direct Entry
Laddered Pathway
Be The First Scholarship
The Be the First Scholarship is designed to accelerate opportunities in high-demand digital fields by providing up to $12,000 toward tuition for students enrolled in UCalgary’s course-based Professional Graduate Programs.
Available to eligible Canadian citizens and permanent residents enrolled in a laddered Professional Graduate Program.
The Be the First Scholarship supports students pursuing careers in high-demand digital fields by providing up to $12,000 in tuition funding for eligible students enrolled in UCalgary's Professional Graduate Programs.
Students are automatically considered for the Be the First Scholarship if they meet the following eligibility criteria:
- Citizenship Status
- Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident
- Program Status
- Admitted to an eligible laddered Professional Graduate Program
- Enrolled full-time (four courses per term)
How the Scholarship Is Applied
- Student Account
- Students must enter their Social Insurance Number (SIN) in their student account.
- Please use this guide to complete the SIN requirement.
- Tuition Credits
- Eligible students will receive $6,000 in tuition credit in the Fall term and $6,000 in the Winter term, applied directly to their student account, provided they continue to meet the eligibility requirements.
You can view the original press release announcing this scholarship here.
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