Wilfrid Laurier University

Course Details

Data Science (BSc)

Course Description

Our Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Data Science is the first undergraduate degree of its kind in Canada. Our Data Science program seeks to address the data-related needs of modern business and industry. As a graduate of this program, you'll be prepared for many and diverse career opportunities through your study of mathematics, statistics, data analytics and computing technologies and methods. You’ll also take courses in computer science, data analysis, business and economics. You can tailor your studies by choosing to concentrate in Financial Risk Analysis or Big Data.

Course Duration

NumberDuration
4year

Career outcomes

Career Options - Note: Additional training and education may be required. big data architect big data developer business data analyst catastrophe risk analyst cryptanalyst data analytics consultant data engineer data integrity associate data programmer data project manager data scientist data solutions architect data systems analyst equity data analyst industry analyst market research analyst operational risk consultant pension and benefits analyst procurement analyst research coordinator venture capital associate Sample Industries/Types of Employers banks/financial institutions data management companies government insurance companies manufacturers opinion researchers research institutions technology companies

Data Science (BSc) Wilfrid Laurier University