Offered as a Bachelor of Science (BSc) or Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree.
Data Science is a booming field that uses computing and statistical reasoning to extract knowledge and insights from data.
In this program, students become familiar with analyzing complex data through case studies in domains such as business, health, and digital media, and through a capstone experience that engages students in research with data in an industrial setting. Each student takes courses in a stream outside data science and their capstone experience will use data from that stream. The streams students can choose from are:
- Business
- Health
- Computational Arts
- Optimization
- Computation
Our program is designed to prepare students for meaningful employment in data science-related positions in a wide range of industries, including technology, finance and insurance, public administration, and more.
Typical First-Year Courses
- Introduction to Data Science
- Python Programming I & II
- Calculus
- Statistics
- Linear Algebra
- Discrete Math for Computer Science
How to Apply
- Complete an Online Application Form.
- Ontario high school applicants must apply online, completing the OUAC 101 application.
- All other applicants must apply online using either the OUAC 105 application or the York University application.
- No documents will be reviewed prior to the submission of an online application.
- Pay the application fee.
- Submit supporting documents through the York University online portal, MyFile.
- Within four business days of application, you will receive a confirmation email with your nine-digit student reference number, which will allow you to access your MyFile account and upload your documents.
- It is important to check your MyFile regularly for any documents you are required to submit and updates to the status of your application.
- More information about supporting documents, document processing times and decision processing times is available on the I’ve Applied page.
Important Note: Deadlines for each entry period (Fall, Winter & Summer) can be found on the York University Future Students Website.
Careers
A degree from the Faculty of Science opens the door to many different pathways and opportunities. York Science offers an ideal learning environment to achieve your highest potential. Our programs are known for academic excellence, with professors who are committed to your success.
Students will engage in several types of experiential learning throughout the Data Science program, including case analysis, teamwork, working with technologies and data sets, and outreach and assistance to external organizations. The program also includes a two-term, community-based data science consulting project that helps students integrate their newly acquired data science skills in an industrial setting.
Our Experiential Education Coordinator provides career support services to students looking to engage in experiential learning, including co-op and internship workshops, resume help, interview prep, and much more.
The Career Center at York offers free support and resources to students such as career development workshops, one-on-one appointments, networking events, and job boards.
Career Possibilities
- Data Scientist
- Data Analyst
- Machine Learning Engineer
- Data Architect
- Business Analyst
- Market Analyst
- Data Engineer