Overview

Collaborate on individualized, interdisciplinary research with faculty members in a wide range of disciplines, including Anthropology, Biology, Business Administration, Chemistry, Computer Science, Economics, Geography, Humanities, Mathematics, Physics & Astronomy, Philosophy, or Psychology. This demanding research Big Data Analytics Stream: Applied Modelling and Quantitative Methods programme from Trent University builds a solid foundation of modelling skills that will prepare graduates interested in pursuing a Ph.D. program in the discipline of their choice.

Key Facts

This new 12-month, course-based M.Sc. program covers a wide array of data science topics, aiming to equip graduates with the tools and techniques needed to handle and analyze complex data sets across various scientific and social science fields. Students will complete a research practicum during their final term of study ensuring they gain practical experience essential for their academic and professional development.

Trent is one of the first universities in Canada to fill the training gap for professionals in data science. This stream equips you with the tools and techniques required to analyze complex data sets, with emphasis on practical skills in visualization, data mining, cloud-based approaches and parallel programming skills.

Complete this skills-boosting program in 16 months and prepare for in-demand careers, including chief data officer, data scientist, data solutions architect, business manager and business analyst.

Learn theory alongside practical skills as you prepare for a career in equity analysis, financial forecasting, investment banking, commercial banking, corporate planning, portfolio management, pension fund management and other opportunities in the financial sector.

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Programme Structure

Courses included:

Mathematical aspects of modelling
Computational aspects of modelling
Statistical Aspects of Modelling
Data Visualization
High performance computing
Data Mining

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 16 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-06 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-09-04 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-01 00:00:00

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Spring intake deadline: October 1st

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

93

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PTE Academic

60

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

5 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Oshawa, Canada

Disciplines

Data Science & Big Data View 26 other Masters in Data Science & Big Data in Canada

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Academic requirements

GPA

B+

B+ _{(recommended)}

English requirements

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93

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60

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General requirements

B.A. or B.Sc. honours degree (a four year undergraduate bachelor's degree) in one of the traditional disciplines: Anthropology, Biology, Business Administration, Chemistry, Computing & Information Systems, Economics, Geography, Humanities, Mathematics, Physics & Astronomy, Philosophy, or Psychology
Minimum B+ (77%) or equivalent in the work of the last four semesters or the last two undergraduate years (last ten full credits)
A university course in differential and integral calculus, and one in probability and statistics or the equivalent
Some familiarity with linear algebra, and be capable of programming at an elementary level in at least one computational language
A course in either differential equations or advanced statistics is required, depending on whether the student’s area of research will be mathematics or statistics based
Enrollment is limited; preference will be given to applicants who exceed the above minimum requirements

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Tuition Fees

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25616 CAD / year

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9282 CAD / year

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Additional Details

Ontario Students: 8,090.87 CAD per year

Living costs

Oshawa

Canada

1100 - 1700 CAD / month

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