Overview

The Digital Transformation and Innovation - Applied Data Science programme at the University of Ottawa is a collaborative graduate initiative involving the Telfer School of Management, the Faculty of Arts, and the Faculty of Engineering. This multidisciplinary course is designed to train professionals in managing the profound societal and business changes driven by digital technology. Students explore how the collection and communication of vast data sets can be harnessed to reinvent user experiences and organisational strategies.

Why Digital Transformation and Innovation - Applied Data Science at University of Ottawa?

The curriculum emphasises the intersection of technology, management, and creative design. By integrating expertise from various fields, the programme ensures that graduates are equipped to lead data-driven innovation while remaining sensitive to ethical considerations and social impacts.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: CAD 1080 per credit
National fee: CAD 340 per credit

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Syllabus

Modules may include:

Data Science Applications
Fundamentals for Applied Data Science
Research Workshop in Digital Transformation and Innovation
Communication Ethics
Ethics for Design, AI, and Robotics
Digital Marketing
Natural Language Processing
Distributed Databases and Transaction Processing
Ubiquitous Sensing for Smart Cities

Careers with Digital Transformation and Innovation - Applied Data Science

Graduates are prepared for leadership roles that require the integration of multi-disciplinary data expertise. The programme focuses on developing skills for roles involved in data cleaning, quality assessment, and machine learning application. Potential career paths include leading data-driven transformations in sectors such as finance, marketing, and supply chain management. The emphasis on ethics and business impact ensures graduates are well-suited for strategic positions in both private industry and public organisations undergoing digital shifts.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Internet Technologies and Mobile Commerce

Data Science Applications

Applied Data Science

Mobile Commerce Technologies

Ethics for Design, AI, and Robotics

Systems and Architectures for Electronic Commerce

Electronic Commerce Technologies

User Experience Principles and Practices

User Research

Interaction Design

Design Thinking

Web Services

Cyber Security Systems and Strategies

Strategic Knowledge Management

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-11 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-01 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-09-09 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2027-05-01 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2028-01-11 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-30 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

100

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

60 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Ottawa, Canada

Disciplines

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

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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100

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Other requirements

General requirements

Have a Bachelor’s degree with a specialization or a major (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline with a minimum admission average of 75% (B+).

Have completed a course in statistics; a course in management information systems or computing; and two advanced courses showing specialization in one of three disciplines: creative arts and humanities (online multi-media or communications); management (digital transformation management or strategy); technology (online application development or data science).

Resume

2 Recommendation letters

Transcripts

English Proficiency

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

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Non-residents

32400 CAD / year

≈ 32400 CAD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

10200 CAD / year

≈ 10200 CAD / year

Additional Details

Ontario residents: $293.61/ credit

Living costs

Ottawa

Canada

1168 - 1925 CAD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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