Data Science
Extract meaning from data - a skill set valued in nearly every industry.
Data Science programs combine statistics, mathematics, and computer science to train students in collecting, processing, analysing, and visualising large datasets. Unlike pure CS or statistics, it is explicitly applied - you work on real datasets from the first year. Canadian programs at Waterloo and UofT are among the best in the world.
Admission Average
mid 80s to low 90s depending on school and entry route (Tier 2 (85-91%))
Typical High School Prerequisites
- English
- Advanced Functions
- Calculus & Vectors
- One additional U/M course
- Computer Science (recommended)
Skills You'll Build
- Statistical Analysis & Inference
- Programming (Python, R, SQL)
- Machine Learning
- Data Visualization
- Storytelling with Data
Program Facts
- Typical length: 4 years
- Co-op available: Yes
- Graduate school: Not typically required
- Demand outlook: High Growth
Top Universities
- University of Waterloo – Waterloo, ON
- University of Toronto – Toronto, ON
- University of British Columbia – Vancouver, BC
- McGill University – Montreal, QC
- Simon Fraser University – Burnaby, BC
Careers This Major Leads To
- Data Scientist – Entry $70,000
- AI / Machine Learning Engineer – Entry $95,000
- Financial Analyst / CFA – Entry $65,000