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Master of Data Science (MDS) at University of Guelph

University of Guelph, Canada

Programme overview

The Master of Data Science (MDS) is a 12-month coursework program offered by the Department of Mathematics and Statistics that trains individuals to become computationally skilled and ethically minded data analysts. Students become well versed in key technologies in data science, including data wrangling, data mining, data integrity, visualization, machine learning, predictive modelling, and spatial-temporal methods. Through hands-on training, students analyze big data independently and collaboratively such that graduates are primed to help organizations translate data into knowledge and actionable insights.

Duration: 12 months  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Guelph, Ontario, Canada

What you will study

All Master of Data Science students are required to complete a minimum of 4.00 graduate credits, as follows.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Upon recommendation by the Department of Mathematics and Statistics, admission to the Master of Data Science may be granted to applicants who have completed an honour’s Bachelor’s degree or equivalent from an accredited institution with a minimum overall average of 75% (B) in the last four semesters of study with: 1) a major or minor in data science, computer science, mathematics, statistics, or a related field; or 2) working knowledge of statistics and computer programming, as demonstrated through completion of university or college level degree credit courses equivalent to the U of G courses STAT*3240 Applied Regression Analysis and CIS*2500 Intermediate Programming.

Domestic applicants: CAD 25,500 a year (2026-27). Full-time tuition of $8,500.00 per semester (Fall, Winter and Summer, all cohorts), shown for three semesters. Tuition only; compulsory fees are not included. Source

International applicants: CAD 46,305 a year (2026-27). Full-time tuition of $15,435.00 per semester (Fall, Winter and Summer, all cohorts), shown for three semesters. Tuition only; compulsory fees are not included. Source

Tuition and fees are billed by semester: Fall, Winter and Summer.

Apply online through the Ontario Universities' Application Centre (OUAC). Application deadlines are listed on each programme page. The application fee is $125 for most graduate programmes; $150 for MBA, MA Leadership, MCLC, MPAcc and MRE; non-refundable and payable to OUAC.

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