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Master of Science in Data Science at Thompson Rivers University

Thompson Rivers University, Canada

Programme overview

Master of Science in Data Science (MScDS) engages in research and hands-on applications of data science in the classroom and through industrial projects, using cutting-edge techniques and algorithms.

Faculty: Faculty of Science  |  Department: Mathematics and Statistics  |  Duration: Varies  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: January  |  Location: Kamloops, British Columbia, Canada

What you will study

Project or thesis option combining statistics, computing science and applied industrial projects.

Career pathways

Related roles: Data Scientist, Data Analyst, Strategic Analysis Manager, Data Architect Designer, Data Engineer.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Acceptable four-year bachelor's degree or equivalent in science or a related discipline with a minimum average in the last 60 credits of B (GPA 3.00 on a 4.33 scale) for the project option or B+ (GPA 3.33) for the thesis option; strong backgrounds in statistics and computing science; English proficiency (IELTS 6.5 with no band below 6.0, TOEFL iBT 88 with no section below 20, or equivalent) if the degree was not completed in English. Preparation courses may be required.

International applicants: CAD 51,186 for the whole programme (2026). Total tuition for the whole programme at 2026/27 international rates (Fall 2026, Winter 2027, Summer 2027 intakes); excludes general fees, health fees, application fee and housing. Source

Intakes: Fall (September), Winter (January) and Summer (May). Not all programmes have winter and summer intakes.

International programme-specific deadlines: Master of Arts in Human Rights and Social Justice March 31; Master of Science in Data Science August 30; Master of Engineering Science - Software Engineering March 15.

International applicants: applications open October 1 for all intakes; Fall (September) intake open until further notice, Winter (January) intake closes November 1, Summer (May) intake closes February 1. Application fee $100, one time and non-refundable.

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