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Master of Data Science

Memorial University of Newfoundland

  • St. John's, Canada
  • 1 year
  • English
  • On campus
  • Master

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Memorial University of Newfoundland campus

About the program

A 1-year course-based master programme in Data Science at Memorial University.

Program highlights

  • Internship available: no
  • Placement support: yes
  • Work during study: yes
  • Post-study work rights (3 years): yes
  • PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

  • Learners studying Data Science can develop the ability to analyse computing problems
  • Apply programming and data practices
  • Test technical solutions and explain the ethical use of digital systems
  • And apply advanced analytical or reflective approaches to complex work. These are indicative learning goals
  • Not a confirmed list of the university's assessed course outcomes.

Career outcomes

  • Data scientist

Curriculum

  • Ten courses
  • A case study series and a capstone project covering predictive modelling
  • Machine learning
  • Artificial intelligence
  • Data visualisation and big data mining. Admitted students complete three non-credit online preparatory courses first.

Entry requirements

Academic

  • Normally a second-class (about 70-75%) bachelor's degree from a recognised university
  • In a relevant field (programme specific)
  • Statement of interest
  • Two references and CV
  • English proficiency evidence unless the degree was taught in English. Grade guidance from source: Normally a second-class (about 70-75%) bachelor's degree
  • Programme specific (Marine Institute programmes: second class or cumulative GPA 2.75 on a 4.0 scale).

Accepted academic background

Four-year bachelor's degree of second-class standing or better in a relevant field from a recognized university (programme specific, Some require a research supervisor or experience).

Language tests

  • IELTS 6.5
  • TOEFL iBT 80
  • Duolingo 115
  • PTE Academic 58

Documents you’ll need

  • Academic Transcripts
  • English Language Test Results (if applicable)
  • Personal Statement
  • Curriculum Vitae.

How to apply

  1. Check the programme requirements and deadline. Apply online through the institution's official application portal
  2. Choose degree
  3. Route and semester
  4. pay the 120 CAD international application fee by Visa or Mastercard. Write the statement of interest and
  5. For research routes
  6. Name up to two possible supervisors. Upload transcripts
  7. Degree confirmation
  8. Two reference letters
  9. A CV and proof of English proficiency (TOEFL iBT 80
  10. IELTS 6.5 or Duolingo 115 unless exempt). Add any programme-specific items
  11. Submit before the deadline.

Other costs

Tuition per year$16,371, $9,666 CAD
Application fee$120 CAD
Deposit$2,000 CAD

Program details

CampusSt. John's
Faculty or schoolFaculty of Science
DepartmentMathematics and Statistics
Teaching languageEnglish
Credit value30
Study paceFixed
Post-study stay3 years
Scholarship noteGraduate funding and scholarship eligibility vary by research programme and student status, 2027 award decisions remain programme-specific.

Intakes and deadlines

  • Program starts

    September 2027

    Apply by

    15 Jan 2027

    63 days left

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Graduate funding and scholarship eligibility vary by research programme and student status, 2027 award decisions remain programme-specific.

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Frequently asked questions

  • The program takes 1 year.