Program Overview

Dalhousie University

Dalhousie University is located in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada B3H 4R2, with an additional Agricultural Campus in Truro, Nova Scotia, Canada B2N 5E3.

Master of Applied Computer Science (MACS)

The Master of Applied Computer Science (MACS) program is offered by the Faculty of Computer Science.

Overview

The MACS program provides students with the opportunity to develop core skills in computer science, with options for specialization in areas such as internship, entrepreneurship, and project-based learning.

Certificate in Cloud Data Analytics

The Certificate in Cloud Data Analytics is a pathway within the MACS program that focuses on cloud computing, data mining, and analytics. This certificate prepares students to design, develop, deploy, and manage large-scale data analytics applications on cloud platforms.

Program Outline

The Certificate in Cloud Data Analytics requires the following core courses:

• CSCI 5409: Advanced Topics in Cloud Computing
• CSCI 5410: Serverless Data Processing on Cloud

Additionally, students must complete 6 credit hours from:

• CSCI 5411: Advanced Cloud Architecting
• Any CSCI 64xx course other than CSCI 6405

Career Opportunities

There is an increased demand in digital technology firms for software professionals with specialized knowledge in data engineering and analytics in a cloud computing environment. This certificate will help students develop the core skills that will address this need.

Notes

• Certificate completion is not guaranteed and is subject to course availability and individual course selection.
• The revised MACS program is subject to final MPHEC approval.