Data Science (BCompSc)

Why study Data Science?

Crunch numbers to the nth degree — and see what happens. When you study computer science and mathematics, you’ll use algorithms and computational theory to create mathematical models or define formulas that solve mathematical problems. In other words, you'll design new tools that can predict the future.

Computer science with mathematics and statistics gives students the flexibility to combine a traditional computer science degree with a non-traditional field. Our state-of-the-art labs for high-performance computing, networks and artificial intelligence will give you experience with the tools you’ll use in the field. Through labs, lectures and projects, you’ll also:

• Investigate the computational limits of the algorithms and data structures that support complex software systems
• Develop new applications and tools in multi-disciplinary areas of science and research
• Explore opportunities for advanced computer modeling and simulation

Minimum cut-off averages and course requirements for admission

• Quebec CEGEP: 27 overall, 26 math
  
  • Admission is based on applicants’ overall Math CRC indicated above and completion of the following classes as part of their DEC: Calculus 1 and Calculus 2 and Linear Algebra
  • Students completing one of the eligible technical DECs may qualify for admission without the listed prerequisites. However, if the prerequisites are taken, a minimum of 26 in math is required.
    
    • Eligible technical DECs include 420.A0/BO/AA
    • Advanced standing may be possible
  • Additional information for CEGEP applicants
• High School: A- overall, A- math
  • One math from Pre-Calculus, Calculus, or equivalent
  • Canadian curricula course requirements
  • Accepted international qualifications
  • ACT or SAT is not required
  • AP exams are not required but may qualify you for advanced standing
• International Baccalaureate (IB) diploma: 33 overall, 5 HL or 6 SL math, 5 HL physics
  • one math (Applications and Interpretations HL, Analysis and Approaches HL or Analysis and Approaches SL)
• International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme (CP): 5.5/7 overall, 5 HL or 6 SL math, 5 HL physics
  • one math (Applications and Interpretations HL, Analysis and Approaches HL or Analysis and Approaches SL)
  • Additional Career-related Programme (CP) course requirements
• Baccalauréat français: 15 overall, 15 math, 14 in science
  • Required courses:
    • Première : Spécialité mathématiques
    • Terminale : Spécialité mathématiques
  • Additional information for Baccalauréat français applicants
• British system of education (GCE)
  • A-levels: At least two A-level exams AB, A in math, B in physics or
  • AS-levels: At least 4 AS-level exams with equivalent results or
  • BTEC: Level 3 Diploma or Extended Diploma in a related subject area with equivalent results
  • Students without A-level math may be admissible based on AS-level or iGCSE/GCSE/O-Level exam results. Students should include all their exam results from iGCSE (or equivalent) onwards to support their application.
  • Additional information for British System of Education (GCE) applicants
• University Transfers (internal): 3.0 overall, 3.0 in math, 2.3 in courses offered by the Gina Cody School of Engineering and Computer Science
  • At least two of the following (or equivalent): MATH 203, 204, 205
• University Transfers (external): A- overall, A- in math
  • Courses in the disciplines of Calculus and Linear Algebra

Minimum cut-off averages should be used as indicators. The cut-off data may change depending on the applicant pool. Applicants who meet the stated minimum requirements are not guaranteed admission to these programs.

After your degree

Given the range of applications in use today, mathematics, statistics and computer science alumni have established careers in fields that include mathematical modelling, data analysis, design and software development.