Post-Baccalaureate Diploma Data Science and Analytics

In addition to the Faculty of Graduate Studies admission requirements, all applicants must meet the following requirements:

A four-year baccalaureate degree from a recognized institution;

A minimum admission grade point average of 3.00 on a four-point scale or equivalent;

The successful completion of the following undergraduate courses:

• one course in computer programming (such as Computer Science 217, Computer Science 231, Data Science 211, or equivalent)
• one course in statistics (such as Statistics 205, Statistics 217, Statistics 321, Statistics 327, or equivalent), and
• one course in either calculus or linear algebra (such as Mathematics 249, 265, 275, or equivalent).

Students who successfully completed the Graduate Certificate in Fundamental Data Science and Analytics with a GPA of 3.00 or higher will meet the minimum admission requirements for the Graduate Diploma in Data Science and Analytics.

Note: In exceptional circumstances, individuals who do not meet formal academic requirements but who have significant life achievement may be considered for admission to this program (see Qualifications). The candidate must provide the Data Science Program Director with evidence demonstrating the potential to successfully undertake this certificate program. Such candidates may also be required to participate in an in-person interview with the Program Director.