Thompson Rivers University
Master of Data Science
- Campus
- Kamloops
Master of Data Science
Master of Data Science is a good fit for students who want to build capability in Data science foundations, databases, BI/data mining, data management, analytics and visualisation; placement/thesis options. The strongest current official evidence in this research links the field to data science, analytics, bi and data-management pathways.
- Qualification level
- Master
- Field
- Information Technology
- Typical duration
- Varies by provider
- Study destinations
- 4
- Partner offerings
- 15
Course overview
Why study Master of Data Science?
- Data science foundations
- Databases
- BI/data mining
- Data management
- Analytics
- Visualisation
- Placement/thesis options.
The strongest current official evidence in this research links the field to data science, analytics, bi and data-management pathways.
Career direction
Where could this course take you?
Roles this qualification is mapped to across current Grace partner evidence.
- Data science
- Analytics
- BI and data-management pathways.
Professional eligibility depends on the provider’s award, accreditation, placement requirements and destination rules.
Grace partner network
Where can you study Master of Data Science?
Choose a destination to see the Grace partner options recorded for this course.
Study in Canada
Grace partners offering this course
1 Grace partner option currently shown.
Destination context
Why study Data Science in Canada?
Mix of universities and applied colleges, with many career-focused and co-op programmes; immigration/work eligibility is programme- and rule-specific and must be checked live.
Data science foundations, databases, BI/data mining, data management, analytics and visualisation; placement/thesis options.
View official destination sourceEligibility
Entry requirements
Academic requirements
Requirements vary by institution and by the official award shown above. Grace will check your prior study against the provider’s current published criteria.
English language requirements
English scores and accepted tests vary by provider. No single institution’s requirement is presented as applying to every option.
Plan in CAD
What could it cost?
University / course costs
Tuition appears on each provider card where it was recorded. Deposits and institutional fees are omitted unless evidenced.
Destination costs
- Study permit
- CA$150
- Other government charge
- CA$85
- Official financial capacity reference
- CA$23,448
One applicant outside Quebec, applications on/after 1 Sep 2026; excludes tuition and transportation. This is not presented as money that will necessarily be spent. Health insurance requirements/costs vary by province and institution
Timing
Intakes and when to apply
Apply once required admission documentation is ready (LOA and PAL/TAL where applicable). Processing varies by country; use IRCC current processing-times tool.
Provider-specific intake information is shown on offering cards only where it was recorded. Speak with Grace before planning around an intake.
Student questions
Frequently asked
questions.
What is Master of Data Science?
Master of Data Science is a good fit for students who want to build capability in Data science foundations, databases, BI/data mining, data management, analytics and visualisation; placement/thesis options. The strongest current official evidence in this research links the field to data science, analytics, bi and data-management pathways.
What will I learn?
Data science foundations, databases, BI/data mining, data management, analytics and visualisation; placement/thesis options.
What careers can this course support?
Data science, analytics, BI and data-management pathways. Outcomes depend on the provider award, accreditation and local professional rules.
How long does the course take?
Verified examples include: 1.5 years; 1 or 2 years; 2 years; 1.5-2 years. Check the provider offering for the applicable duration.
When should I apply?
Use the exact provider intake/deadline where published; then apply the destination visa/study-permit timing rules in the Destination Rules sheet.
Which Grace partners offer this course?
15 current Grace partner offerings are mapped across 4 destinations.
Source transparency
Course information reviewed by Grace International
Information last verified: October 2026. Fees, intakes and government requirements can change; follow official source links shown beside volatile facts.
3 verified intake patterns are represented in current provider evidence.
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