Data Science (BA/BSc)
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    Data Science (BA/BSc)

    Concordia University Montréal
    Concordia University Montréal
    Canada
    Canada, Montreal West
    University Rank:#465
    Duration4 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    CAD 23,975 / Year
    Apply DateFebruary 1, 2027
    Next IntakeSeptember 1, 2026
    Data Science (BA/BSc)

    About

    Why study Data Science?

    In today’s economy, businesses and institutions rely on data analysis to reach their goals. Data collection is made possible by technological advancements, but insightful data analysis requires human expertise. That’s where a degree in data science comes in. Data analysis is an essential part of working in almost every field today. For this reason, data scientists are in high demand across economic sectors. Students in the Data Science program will develop a broad array of practical skills including:

    • Data science applications in mathematics and statistics, computer science, artificial intelligence, ethics and communication.

    • Both theoretical understanding and hands-on experience

    Disciplines

    Faculty of Arts & Science

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    Minimum cut-off averages and course requirements

    • Quebec CEGEP: 27 overall, 26 math
      • Admission is based on the CRC requirements indicated above and completion of the following classes as part of their DEC: Calculus 1, Calculus 2, Linear Algebra; Mechanics, Electricity and Magnetism and Wave, Optics and Modern Physics; General Chemistry and Chemistry of Solutions; General Biology (OR Cellular Biology AND Ecology and Evolution)
      • Additional information for CEGEP applicants
    • High School: A- overall, A- math, B+ in science
    • International Baccalaureate (IB) diploma: 33 overall, 5 HL or 6 SL math, 5 HL science
      • one math (Applications and Interpretations HL, Analysis and Approaches HL or Analysis and Approaches SL)
      • one science (Physics, Chemistry or Biology, either SL or HL)
      • one of the math or science courses must be completed at the HL level
    • International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme (CP): 5.5/7 overall, 5 HL or 6 SL math, 5 HL science
    • Baccalauréat français: 15 overall, 15 math, 14 in science
      • Required courses:
        • Première: Spécialité mathématiques and physique-chimie
        • Terminale: Spécialité mathématiques (also accepted: Terminale Spécialité physique-chimie and mathématiques complémentaires)
        • Terminale: Spécialité physique-chimie recommended but not required
        • 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 science 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 and science, 2.3 in courses offered by GCS
      • At least two of the following (or equivalent): MATH 203, 204, 205
    • University Transfers (external): A- overall, A- in math, B+ science
      • Courses in the disciplines of Calculus and Linear Algebra
      • Courses in two of the following areas: Biology, Chemistry or Physics

    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.

    English Requirements

    • PTEMin 61
    • IELTSMin 7
    • TOEFLMin 90

    English Program Requirements

    English language Requirements

    Results must be less than two years old at the time of your application in order to be accepted as proof of language proficiency. Depending on your test score, you may be required to take a placement test after being admitted to Concordia. This placement test will determine whether you need to enroll in English Second Language (ESL) courses while pursuing your degree, usually within the first year.

    TOEFL

    Test of English as a Foreign Language
    • TOEFL iBT or TOEFL iBT Special home edition: 70
    • Tests taken January 2026 or later (new TOEFL score scale): 4.0 with no section below 3.5
    • To ensure your TOEFL results are forwarded directly to Concordia University, you must indicate 0956.00 as the “Institution Code” when you write the test. “MyBest Scores” are accepted.

    IELTS

    International English Language Testing System

    DET

    Duolingo English Test
    • 105 with no subscore under 90

    PTE Academic

    Pearson English Language Test
    • 50 with a minimum of 46 in speaking and writing

    Career

    After your degree

    The program targets students expected to directly join the workforce after completion of the undergraduate degree. The program will prepare them to hold a technical position related to the production and analysis of data by providing them with a knowledge base in probability and statistics, data management, and computer programming. The students will have an opportunity to be exposed to various subdisciplines such as artificial intelligence, pure mathematics, and communication.

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee
    23,975 / year
    Data Science (BA/BSc)
    Concordia University Montréal
    Concordia University Montréal
    Canada

    Canada, Montreal West

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