BSc

Data Science

Learn more about studying Data Science as an international student.

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Key facts

  • Program
    Bachelor's
  • Duration
    4 years
  • Program
    On campus
  • Pace
    Full-time
  • Annual tuition fee
    37,590CAD
  • Start date
    Jan, Sep
  • University ranking
    Not ranked

Program overview

What Wilfrid Laurier University says about their program:

Our Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Data Science is the first undergraduate degree of its kind in Canada. Technological advances have created unprecedented amounts of information (big data) about the world. Learn to extract insights from big data by gaining skills in mathematics, statistics and computer science. Tailor your degree by studying financial risk analysis, statistical analysis or focus specifically on big data. The rising demand for data-oriented professionals means you could work in insurance, marketing, finance, health care and other sectors.

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Admission requirements

Undergraduate academic requirements

  • High school diploma
  • High school transcripts should have a printed graduation date

English proficiency

Undergraduate

  • IELTS

    6.5, Reading 6, Writing 6, Listening 6, Speaking 6

  • TOEFL

    83, Reading 20, Writing 20, Speaking 20, Listening 20

  • PTE Academic

    59

  • Cambridge (CAE)

    176

  • Duolingo

    120

  • CAEL

    70

English tests might not be required for students in countries where English is an official language. Please contact our advisors to get more information

English proficiency waivers

  • Submit a copy of your transcript showing that you have studied in an English-language school system for at least three years.

Documents required

  • Passport
  • Academic transcripts
  • Official translations
  • Application form
  • Diploma of previous studies
  • English test scores or waivers
  • Portfolio (if applicable)
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Fees and funding

Fee information

  • Undergraduate tuition

    from CAD$33,220 to CAD$40,209 per year

Funding

Laurier Scholars Award

- The prestigious Laurier Scholars Award is an annual entrance scholarship that was established in 2021 to offer high-achieving students the opportunity to participate in a dynamic learning environment that will foster innovative thinking and ethical, visionary leadership. Seven students will be selected to receive a $40,000 entrance scholarship. The Laurier Scholars Award includes $7,500 per year for up to four years and an experiential learning award of $10,000. - **Amount:** CAD$40,000 over four years

Inspiring Lives Scholarships

- Several scholarships are awarded each year to incoming international undergraduate students who inspire lives of leadership and purpose in their communities and through extracurricular activities.

Entrance Scholarships

- Entrance scholarships and awards are available to students entering their first year of a full-time program at Laurier who have no previous attendance at post-secondary educational institutions. You must be registered full time (2.0 credits minimum per term) to receive the full entrance scholarship amount and you must be registered in two terms within your first academic year. At Laurier, an academic year is from September to August. - **Amount:** Up to CAD$6,000

President´s Gold Scholarship

- If your average is 95% or higher, you will be awarded with the President's Gold Scholarship, which is worth $4,000 (increasing to $6,00 CAD in fall 2024), for your first year at Laurier. If you maintain the eligibility requirements, you will receive another $4,000 per year for four years. - **Amount:** Up to CAD$6,000
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What is the cost of living near Wilfrid Laurier University?

Local figures aren't available yet — values reflect Canada-wide averages.

Category Cost  (in Canadian Dollar)
Rent, 1-bed apartment in city centre$1,821
Rent, 1-bed apartment outside centre$1,599
Utilities (electricity, heating, water, refuse)$211
Internet (60 Mbps unlimited)$85
Mobile phone plan (data + calls)$60
Monthly public transport pass$103
Monthly grocery basket$350
Coffee shop drink$5
Cinema or cultural event ticket$16
Gym membership$58

Indicative monthly costs per person.

Data sourced from numbeo.com (Crowdsourced).

Visa requirements for Wilfrid Laurier University

Many international students will require a visa to study in Canada, and this is a vital step in your study abroad journey. Make sure you understand the requirements you may need to meet before applying.

Canada student visa requirements