Program highlights
Work placement opportunity
Work experience — gain work experience in your field before even graduating
Well rounded education ― learn the foundations of data science as well the practical skills to apply your knowledge
Count on a solid career — data science is one of the fastest growing disciplines today
Be ready to compete — develop in-demand skills that are needed across the public and private sectors
Explore the pillars of data science: math, statistics, computer science and domain knowledge. Gain the skills and knowledge to use large data sets to support evidence-based decision making. Through concentrations, specialized courses and work-integrated learning, be ready for leadership and collaboration in professional practice.
Career possibilities
- Data scientist
- Data analyst
- Data and AI domain architect
- Machine learning developer
- Quantitative researcher
- Statistical programmer
- Data engineer
- Risk analyst
Admission requirements and costs
Curriculum and courses
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Faculty of Science and Technology
Mount Royal offers two bachelor's degrees in Science and Technology: The Bachelor of Computer Information Systems and the Bachelor of Science with majors in General Science, Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Data Science, Environmental Science and Geology.
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