Turning data into knowledge

Data is everywhere. Continuously generated and collected across every domain, it is a vast and largely untapped resource of information with the potential to reveal insights about every aspect of our lives and the world we live in. However, the ability to uncover these insights is a highly specialized skill possessed by far too few.

UBC’s Master of Data Science program was designed to address this workforce gap by equipping students with the technical skills, practical experience, and most importantly, the confidence to seize opportunities in an ever-expanding field.

The program is offered at both the UBC Vancouver campus and the UBC Okanagan campus, with an additional Master of Data Science in Computational Linguistics offered at the Vancouver campus.

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“It's estimated that Canada will see a shortage of up to 19,000 professionals with data and analytical skills.”
- Canada's Big Data Consortium

Program Features

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Accelerated Learning

10-month, accelerated format allows students to start their careers sooner

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Diverse Data Sets

Students gain practical experience using real data sets across a range of domains

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Real-World Experience

Students have opportunities to learn outside the classroom, while working to find solutions to real-world problems.

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Meet Our Students & Alumni

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Stephanie Ta

“I applied to the UBC MDS Vancouver program for its practical, industry-focused curriculum and its reputation for building a strong foundation in core data science skills."

Master of Data Science Okanagan Nijiati Abulizi

Nijiati Abulizi

“My time in the MDS Okanagan program was both challenging and fulfilling. The demanding curriculum pushed me to sharpen my technical skills while deepening my understanding of data science principles.”

Master of Data Science Computational Linguistics Tim Christilaw

Tim Christilaw

“The MDS Computational Linguistics program was an attractive option because it leveraged my linguistics background and offered an accelerated 10-month format.”