Data Science and Artificial Intelligence (Co-op) - Master of Data Science and Artificial Intelligence (MDSAI) at University of Waterloo

Programme overview

If so, the Master of Data Science and Artificial Intelligence co-op full-time program may be the right fit for you. Through a combination of strong core theoretical in-class training and hands-on co-op work experience in the field, the program will prepare you for the new changes, demands and challenges from industry. You'll have the opportunity to build your network of professional contacts through exclusive events with industry professionals and our Data Science Advisory Board.

Faculty: Faculty of Mathematics | Department: Data Science | Duration: 16 months | Study mode: co-op | Intake: Fall (September - December); application deadlines: January 15 (for admission in September) | Location: Waterloo, Ontario, Canada

What you will study

Study option(s): Coursework.

Career pathways

You'll have the opportunity to build your network of professional contacts through exclusive events with industry professionals and our Data Science Advisory Board. You'll also have the opportunity to enhance your professional development, skill articulation and experience through graduate work-integrated learning (GradWIL).

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Application information

Entry requirements

Honours bachelor's degree or equivalent in data science, computer science, statistics, mathematics or a related field, with a minimum overall average of 78%. Experience at the senior level in at least one of computer science or statistics.

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.

Terms run fall (September to December), winter (January to April) and spring (May to August). Programmes are currently accepting applications for fall 2027; intake terms vary by programme.

Graduate applications are made online through the Graduate Studies Application and the non-refundable application fee is $150 CAD per program, paid in the applicant portal. Deadlines are set by each programme (for example MDSAI part-time: fall January 15, winter July 1). Apply two to four weeks ahead of the programme deadline.

Apply through the official page: https://grad.apply.uwaterloo.ca/apply/

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