The University of British Columbia

Master of Data Science (MDS)

Hybrid

10 years

Computer and Information Sciences (Education)

A 10-month, full-time, in-person professional program delivered on UBC’s Vancouver campus.
Jointly developed by the Departments of Computer Science and Statistics to build strong, practical data science skills.
Covers key areas like data extraction, data analysis, modelling, and communicating insights from structured and unstructured data.
Includes a capstone project where you’ll work in teams on real-world datasets, guided by industry partners.

- A practical, career-ready toolkit in data science, including statistical analysis, machine learning, and data visualisation.
- Hands-on experience solving real problems through the capstone project.
- Dedicated faculty and teaching support focused on mentoring MDS students.
- A strong professional network through collaborative cohort learning and industry connections.