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Campus
Delivery
Hybrid
Duration
8 Semesters (4ÌýYears)
Study Option
Full-time
Credential
Honours Bachelor Degree

About the Program

The Honours Bachelor of Data Science and Analytics is a four-year degree program designed to meet the growing need for data-driven business solutions. You’ll gain the expertise to identify, analyze and interpret data using advanced algorithms, and develop the skills to draw meaningful insights that drive strategic outcomes.

The program places a strong emphasis on the integration of artificial intelligence (AI), equipping you with the ability to apply machine learning techniques and intelligent systems to solve real-world challenges. Your learning will be enhanced through a blend of theoretical knowledge and hands-on training, including case studies, guest speakers and a co-op work experience.Ìý

As a graduate of this program, you will be uniquely positioned to make an impact by combining solid foundation in business strategy with an in-depth knowledge of computer science, statistics, analytics and AI.

Skills

Throughout this program you will develop the following skills:

  • Management skills that demonstrate initiative, personal responsibility, and accountability to work in the field of data science
  • Communication and negotiation skills to work in diverse inter-professional group environments
  • Problem solving, reasoning, and critical thinking skills to engage in evidence-informed and ethical practice and decision-making
  • Technical skills in machine learning and AI, including the ability to apply AI models to analyze complex datasets and automate data-driven solutions across various domainsÌý

Work Experience

Mandatory Degree Co-op

A work experience that includes at least one term in a formal work environment. In most cases the work term(s) is a paid position that is completed between two academic semesters and requires a minimum of 420 hours of work. Students must be in good standing and meet all identified requirements prior to participating in the work experience. The successful completion of the co-op work term(s) is required for graduation. Eligibility for participation does not guarantee that a work position will be secured. Additional fees are required for those participating in the mandatory co-op stream regardless of success in securing a work position.

ÌÇÐÄvlog¹ÙÍø is proud to collaborate with leading employers to provide work-integrated learning experiences—past DSA students have completed placements with organizations such as BMO, RBC, Scotiabank, Loblaw Companies Ltd., Rogers Communications and Enercare Inc.

Work-Integrated Learning Model
Year September January May
Year 1 Semester 1 Semester 2 Break
Year 2 Semester 3 Semester 4 Break
Year 3 Semester 5 Semester 6 Work Term
Year 4 Semester 7 Semester 8 Ìý

Program Availability

Start in Location Availability
Sept. 2025 Newnham  Open
Jan. 2026 Newnham  Open

Availability is subject to change and a seat is not guaranteed.

Start in Location Availability
Sept. 2025 Newnham  Open
Jan. 2026 Newnham  Open

Availability is subject to change and a seat is not guaranteed.

This program meets Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) eligibility requirements.

Program and Course Delivery

This program is offered in ÌÇÐÄvlog¹ÙÍø's hybrid delivery format with some courses available in ÌÇÐÄvlog¹ÙÍø's flexible delivery format. Some coursework is online and some must be completed in person. Students will need to come on campus to complete in-person learning requirements.

In courses delivered in the flexible format, using interactive learning spaces, professors teach in person to students in a physical classroom or lab and stream to students online at the same time. Students have a choice of coming to campus for an in-person experience or learning online.

Your Career

As a graduate of this program, you may pursue future career options, such as:

  • AI specialist
  • business data strategist
  • business intelligence analyst
  • data analyst
  • data architect
  • data engineer
  • data scientist
  • database developer
  • predictive modeler
  • quantitative analyst

The ÌÇÐÄvlog¹ÙÍø Polytechnic Difference

This is where university meets college. Where theory meets practice. Where ambition meets flexibility.

Experiential Learning

Graduate career ready and world ready. This program has a mandatory co-op to help you hone essential skills for the workplace.

Renewable Scholarships

You mayÌýÌýand receive up to $1,000 per year when you study in any degree program.

Career Support

offers students and graduates lifelong access to an exclusive job board, career coaching, networking and more.

Academic Pathways

ÌÇÐÄvlog¹ÙÍø is a leader in academic pathways and offers options to help you transfer existing credits from a completed program or continue your studies.

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