Master of Science [M.S] (Data Science and Artificial Intelligence)
STEM Course
2 years
Full Time
Co Op & On Campus
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Field of Study:
CA$41,688/Yr
CA$41,688 /Yr
- Master in Data Science and Artificial Intelligence at the University of Waterloo is offered as a 16 months program.
- This program offered on a full-time or part-time basis also.
- The aim of this program is to provide breadth and depth in all three of these areas such as:
- Statistics
- Computer Science, and
- Optimization.
- The master's of Data Science and Artificial Intelligence is a coursework program with a co-op (only for full-time students) option.
- The degree requirements include nine graduate courses relevant to data science.
- The program provides strong core training so that graduates can adapt easily to changes and new challenges from industry.
- Students will only be allowed to transfer to the regular option after one term and only in special circumstances, such as if they already have a job to which they plan to return upon graduation.
- They expect students to complete the full-time co-op program in four terms (16 months), which includes two study terms, one four-month work term, and a final study term.
- Students in the regular part-time option are expected to complete the degree in nine terms (three years).
- The students to faculty ration for this program are 24:1.
- The average salary after this degree is 62,223 USD.
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Tuition Fees
| Year | 1st Year Fees |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fees | CA$41688 (CAD 41688) |
Other Expenses
| Head | Avg Cost Per Year |
|---|---|
| Housing | CA$7200 (CAD 7200) |
| Food | CA$2115 (CAD 2115) |
| Other Fees | CA$1631 (CAD 1631) |
| Total Cost | CA$10946 (CAD 10946) |
Previous Year Tuition Fees
| Year | 1st Year Fees |
|---|---|
| 2021 | CA$34046 (CAD 34046) |
Eligibility & Entry Requirement
Academic Eligibility:
- Honors bachelor’s degree or equivalent in data science, computer science, statistics, mathematics, or a related field, with a minimum overall average of 78%.
- Minimum 75% grade point average (GPA) in the final two years of study (equivalent to last 20 half-credit courses).
- GPA of at least 3.0/4.0 [B Grade].
- Proof of English proficiency may be required for international applicants, whose first language is not English.
Indian Students Eligibility:
- Students need to complete a 4 year UG degree in Data science, computer science, statistics, mathematics, or any related field.
- Standard XII English, a minimum final grade of 75%.
- First or Second Division standing in one of the following:
- All India Senior School Certificate awarded by CBSE
- Indian School Certificate awarded by CISCE
- other pre-university certificate awarded after 12 years of academic studies
GRE score is required only for those students who completed their degree outside of Canada and the United States.
Scores Required
Required Document List
Followings are the required documents:
- Official Transcripts: Students need to submit their copy of their original transcripts. Official transcripts are printed on security paper with the University of Waterloo seal and signature of the Registrar.
- Statement of Interest: Statement of interest is one of the few ways to describe that faculty have to understand the student's motivation, the seriousness of purpose, and their level of commitment to the discipline.
- Reference Letter: Students will choose letter writers that will be able to comment on their academic record as well as other experiences or relevant skill sets.
- CV/Resume: Students should probably provide a resume, a copy of their transcripts, as well as a copy of their statement of interest, and other relevant application material.
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Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids
| Name | Scholarship Per Student | Level of Study | Type | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ontario Trillium Scholarship 2 | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyMaster | TypeAwards | |
| Ontario Graduate Scholarship | Scholarship per studentCA$ 10,847/Yr$10,847 | Level Of StudyDoctorate | TypeCollege-Specific | |
| Cotton Family Women in Mathematics Graduate Scholarship | Scholarship per studentCA$ 2,146/Yr$2,146 | Level Of StudyDoctorate | TypeCollege-Specific | |
| QNX Graduate Scholarship | Scholarship per studentCA$ 10,434/Yr$10,434 | Level Of StudyDoctorate | TypeAwards | |
| The Anish Chopra Masters of Accounting Scholarship | Scholarship per studentCA$ 3,539/Yr$3,539 | Level Of StudyMaster | TypeAwards | |
| University of Waterloo Merit Scholarship | Scholarship per studentCA$ 710/Yr$710 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeAwards |
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