Program Overview

Master of Data Science Program

Introduction

The Master of Data Science (MDSc) is a one-year program offered by Memorial University, jointly developed by the Departments of Mathematics and Statistics and Computer Science. This program aims to equip students with the foundations of data science and provide them with practical techniques needed to effectively translate data into knowledge, communicate the findings, and help in the decision-making process.

Program Description

The MDSc program consists of ten courses, plus a case study series and a capstone project. After completing the program, graduates will be able to:

• Develop an in-depth understanding of data science methods and techniques in predictive modelling, machine learning, artificial intelligence, data visualisation, and mining of big data.
• Build the skills to explore, analyse, and visualise data sets, regardless of their size, using the latest technologies.
• Apply data science and analytical methods to address data-rich problems from a variety of fields, think critically about data, and drive decision-making.

Admission Requirements

The minimum admission requirements for the MDSc program include:

• A Bachelor's degree (minimum second class).
• At least one college-level course or equivalent knowledge in each of the following areas: multivariate calculus, statistical inference, and computer programming (in a high-level programming language, such as R, Python, C, C++, Java, etc.). Applicants who are admitted to the MDSc program must complete three online non-credit propaedeutic courses before the start of the first semester. Final enrolment to the MDSc program is subject to the completion of these propaedeutic courses.

Program Information

Degrees Offered

• MDSc

Routes

• Course-based

Duration (Full-time students)

• 1 year

Campus

• St. John's

Application Deadline

• January 15 for Fall admission

Tuition Fees

• For NL students: $635-$1,313/semester (plus an additional special fee)
• For other Canadian students: $826-$1,707/semester (plus an additional special fee)
• For international students: $1,074-$2,218/semester (plus an additional special fee)

Conclusion

The Master of Data Science program at Memorial University is designed to meet the growing demand for data scientists who can structure, analyse, and process data to drive decision-making. With its comprehensive curriculum and practical approach, this program prepares graduates for a successful career in data science.