The Master of Data Science and Artificial Intelligence (MDSAI) is a new coursework program in the Faculty of Mathematics that will address growing provincial, national, and global needs in the fields of Data Science and Artificial Intelligence.  It is offered jointly by the Cheriton School of Computer Science, the Department of Combinatorics and Optimization, and the Department of Statistics and Actuarial Science. The program is based on an interdisciplinary approach, recognizing the importance of computer science, statistics, and optimization in Data Science and Artificial Intelligence. It is structured as a three-term academic coursework program with normally a one co-op option. The main objectives of this program are to provide strong core training so that graduates can adapt easily to changes and new demands from industry; enable students to understand not only how to apply certain methods, but when and why they are appropriate, and expose students to real-world problems in the classroom and through experiential learning.