University of Calgary - Faculty of Graduate Studies

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Data Science and Analytics

University of Calgary - Faculty of Graduate Studies

Faculty:Graduate Studies
Degree:Diploma
Field of Study:Biostatistics
Data Modeling/Warehousing and Database Administration
Medical Informatics
Research Methodology and Quantitative Methods
Length:8 Month(s)
Cost per year:*
National: $26,194

Cost shown is for the entire duration of study (8 months).

Description:

The Diploma in Data Science and Analytics offers students the opportunity to advance their careers and gain skills for the new digital economy. Designed for working professionals, the curriculum emphasizes collaboration, experiential learning and team building to solve data-driven challenges.

Students will learn interdisciplinary data collection and examination techniques, data visualization, statistical and computational analytics, presentation skills, and how to apply the fundamental core concepts, and tools of data thinking to their work in any industry or sector.

Prerequisites:

Test Scores:
  • Test of English as a Foreign Language (Internet Based) [min. 86] or Canadian Academic English Language Assessment [min. 80] or Pearson Test of English (Academic) [min. 560]
Additional Admission Requirements:
    Applicants are required to have a four year baccalaureate degree, or equivalent from a recognized institution. The successful completion of the following undergraduate courses: computer programming or computer science, statistics or equivalent, and calculus or linear algebra. Applicants must also have a minimum of 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 point system, over the past two years of full-time study (a minimum of 10 full-course equivalents or 60 units) of the undergraduate degree.

    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. Such candidates may also be asked for an in-person interview with the Program Director. Please contact the program for details.



    * We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

    Modified on June 26, 2022