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Diploma of Data Analysis

University of the Fraser Valley

  • Abbotsford, Canada
  • 1.17 years
  • English
  • On campus
  • Diploma

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University of the Fraser Valley campus

About the program

A post-degree certificate combining computing and statistics for working with large datasets.

Program highlights

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

What you will learn

  • Apply core principles of Data Analysis
  • Solve subject-relevant problems
  • and communicate results effectively. Suggested learning areas: Post-baccalaureate certificate combining computing
  • Statistics: database storage
  • Extraction.

Career outcomes

  • Big data professionals
  • Analytical roles
  • Career growth within the graduate's existing field

Curriculum

  • Post-baccalaureate certificate combining computing and statistics: database storage
  • Extraction and manipulation
  • Statistical data collection and quality assessment
  • Analysis and business intelligence
  • Using SAS and R throughout. Coursework takes about 10 months full time
  • An optional paid co-op placement can extend the programme to 18 months.

Entry requirements

Academic

  • Three- or four-year bachelor's degree from a recognised institution
  • Programme-specific prerequisites per the UFV academic calendar
  • Degree-level English proficiency.

Accepted academic background

Bachelor's degree (three/four-year) from a recognised institution, See academic calendar for program entrance requirements.

Documents you’ll need

  • Academic Transcripts
  • English Language Test Results
  • Portfolio.

How to apply

  1. Check the programme entry requirements and the application window for your intake ( Apply online through EducationPlannerBC (apply. Educationplannerbc. Ca) and pay the 150 CAD application fee (post-baccalaureate). Submit official English proof (TOEFL code 9736
  2. IELTS or other accepted test) and high school and any post-secondary transcripts. Provide a portfolio
  3. Letter of intent
  4. Interview or forms if your programme asks. Receive the offer letter and pay the tuition deposit by the intake deadline. Apply for the study permit. Allow several weeks. Complete the Subsequent Degree Declaration Form if you already hold a degree.

Other costs

Tuition per year$15,316 CAD
Application fee$150 CAD
Deposit$38,764 CAD

Program details

CampusAbbotsford
Faculty or schoolFaculty of General Studies
DepartmentMathematics and Statistics
Teaching languageEnglish
Credit value49
Study paceFixed
Post-study stay3
Scholarship noteInstitutional scholarships or awards may be available to eligible applicants. Confirm program-specific eligibility, Funding and application deadlines.

Intakes and deadlines

  • Program starts

    September 2027

    Apply by

    1 Jun 2027

    199 days left

Frequently asked questions

  • The program takes 1.17 years.