Data Science and Analytics, MASc, MEng, MCS, MSc, PhD

This joint Data Science and Analytics (DSA) program between the Faculty of Science and the Faculty of Engineering & Design, spans four academic units (the Department of Systems and Computer Engineering, the School of Information Technology, the School of Computer Science, and the School of Mathematics and Statistics). This program will offer 1) A Masters in Data Science and Analytics (MEng, MASc, MCS, MIT, MSc), and 2) A PhD in Data Science and Analytics. Complementing the existing Collaborative Specialization in this area, these proposed graduate programs are centered on data science and analytics.  The main goal of the programs is to impart core DSA knowledge.  Graduates of the proposed programs will be able to work on a team with individuals whose strengths lie in different areas of expertise, and to communicate their findings to team members not trained in core data science.  Students who complete the Master’s or PhD will be able to conduct advanced research in the DSA context.  They will acquire the skills necessary to optimize the relevance, reliability, and impact of their research. The DSA programs will offer wide disciplinary breadth, providing students with multiple perspectives from Engineering, Science, Statistics, and Information Technology.