Data Science and Analytics (MSc) at Toronto Metropolitan University

Programme overview

This unique one-year Master of Science (MSc) degree program enables students to develop interdisciplinary skills and gain a deep understanding of technical and applied knowledge in data science and analytics. Graduates are highly trained, qualified data scientists who can pursue careers in industry, government or research.

Duration: 1 year full-time or 2 years part-time (MRP option); 2 years full-time (thesis option) | Study mode: full-time | Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada

What you will study

Required courses include Design of Algorithms and Programming for Massive Data; Machine Learning; Data Mining and Prescriptive Analytics; Directed Studies; Research Skills; Soft Skills, Communication and Ethics. Degree components include: thesis, major research paper.

Career pathways

Graduates are highly trained, qualified data scientists who can go on to pursue careers in industry, government or research.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Completion of a four-year undergraduate (or equivalent degree) from an accredited institution in engineering, science, business, economics or a related discipline Minimum grade point average (GPA) or equivalent of 3.00/4.33 (B) in the last two years of study Statement of interest Resumé/CV Transcripts Two letters of recommendation English language proficiency requirement

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the courses you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Fall (main intake), with Winter (January start) and Spring (May start) intakes offered by select graduate programmes.

Fall 2027: first consideration date is January 22, 2027 unless otherwise indicated for a programme. Preferred application deadline for international applicants is December 1, 2026 for The Creative School and the Faculty of Engineering and Architectural Science; the international application closing date is March 12, 2027 unless otherwise indicated. Programmes may close early if applications exceed available seats. The application fee is $110 per programme ($150 for the MBA), non-refundable. Applications are made in two parts: the OUAC online application, then document upload in the TMU applicant portal.

Apply through the official page: https://www.torontomu.ca/graduate/future-students/apply/

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