Bachelor of Science - Data Science at Mount Royal University

Programme overview

Data is transforming how decisions are made across industries. Mount Royal University’s Bachelor of Science — Data Science combines mathematics, statistics and computer science to help you analyze complex data and build predictive models. Through hands-on projects, co-ops and applied learning, you’ll develop practical skills in machine learning and data analytics that prepare you to turn information into insight and lead in today’s data-driven world.

Faculty: Faculty of Science and Technology | Department: Mathematics and Computing | Intake: Fall | Location: Calgary, Alberta, Canada

What you will study

Gain a solid foundation in programming, statistics and data thinking.

Career pathways

Launch a career in one of today’s fastest-growing fields in Calgary and around the world. Roles include Data scientist, Data analyst, Data and AI domain architect, Machine learning developer, Quantitative researcher, Statistical programmer, Data engineer, Risk analyst.

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Application information

Entry requirements

English Language Arts 30-1 - 60%; Mathematics 30-1 - 65%

International applicants: CAD 24,277 a year (2026). Year 1 (2026-27) international tuition for one full academic year (Sept-April, normally ten courses); tuition includes instructional equipment and lab fees; excludes mandatory fees ($2,432.68) and books. Year 2 onward listed as higher/subject to change. Source

Fall semester starts September (first day of classes Sept. 9, 2027); Winter semester starts January (first day of classes Jan. 5, 2027); Spring semester starts May (first day of classes May 3, 2027).

Fall 2027: Early Admission application period Oct. 1, 2026 to Feb. 1, 2027 (application and supporting documents required); application deadline for some programs Feb. 1, 2027; ongoing admission Feb. 2 to Aug. 31, 2027 based on program space and availability.

Fall 2027 international students: application deadline May 1, 2027 (students eligible to apply for a study permit under IRPR 214 may continue to apply after May 1); document deadline May 15, 2027.

Winter 2027: Early Admission application period Oct. 1 to Nov. 1, 2026; ongoing admission Nov. 2 to Dec. 15, 2026.

Spring 2027: applications open Oct. 1, 2026.

Apply through the official page: https://www.mtroyal.ca/Admission/Apply/index.htm

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