Bachelor (Data Science and Analytics)
4 years
full time
English
honours, co-op & on-campus
Field of Study
$ 15,474
1st Year
Fees
International Student Tution
Program Description
- Bachelor of Data Science and Analytics (Hons.) at Seneca College is a full-time degree offered for a duration of 4 years.
- The successful completion of the co-op work terms is required for graduation.
- Seneca provides learning opportunities to students via theory classes, case studies, guest lectures, and a co-op work experience.
- Throughout this program student will develop the following skills:
- Management skills that demonstrate initiative, personal responsibility, and accountability to work in the field of data science
- Communication and negotiation skills to work in diverse inter-professional group environments
- Problem-solving, reasoning, and critical thinking skills to engage in evidence-informed and ethical practice and decision-making
- The Student to Teacher ratio is 22:1 which helps increase interaction between professors and students.
- Additional fees are required for those participating in the mandatory co-op stream regardless of success in securing a work position.
- This course is accreditation from the Business Technology Management Accreditation Council (BTMAC).
- Students can apply for scholarship programs initiated by the Government of Canada up to 40,664 USD per year
- Students may have job opportunities as a Data Analyst, Web Developer, etc with an average salary of 41,777 USD per year.
Program Highlights
| Degree Type Offered | Bachelor |
| Duration | 4 years |
| Fees | $ 61896 for 4 years |
| Delivery Type | full time |
| Admission Intake | fall (Deadline - Mar 1) |
| Admission Intake | winter (Deadline - July 1) |
| Language Proficiency | TOEFL,IELTS,PTE |
| Program URL | https://www.senecacollege.ca/programs/fulltime/DSA.html |
Eligibility & Entry Requirement
Academic Eligibility:
- Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent, including six Grade 12 (U - University or M - University/College) courses with a minimum overall average of 65%.
- Required courses with a minimum final grade of 65% in each and a minimum four-course average of 70% i.e:
- English: Grade 12 ENG4U
- Calculus and Vectors: Grade 12 MCV4U
- Advanced Functions: Grade 12 MHF4U
- Physics: Grade 12 SPH4U
- Students completed the English with a grade of 12 and 65% higher.
- Students must be qualified in IELTS, TOEFL, or PTE to get admission to this program.
Academic Eligibility:
- Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent, including six Grade 12 (U - University or M - University/College) courses with a minimum average of 65%.
- Students should have completed the following courses with a minimum average of 65%:
- English: Grade 12 ENG4U
- Calculus and Vectors: Grade 12 MCV4U
- Advanced Functions: Grade 12 MHF4U
- Physics: Grade 12 SPH4U
- International students must submit scores of IELTS, TOEFL, or PTE to meet the minimum English language requirements.
Work Experience Eligibility:
- Work experience is required as part of this program.
- A work-integrated learning experience that amounts to no less than 420 hours of full-time equivalent work is desirable.
- Students must be in good standing and meet all identified requirements prior to participating in the work experience.
- Students are recommended to seek relevant industry work experience opportunities for demonstrating better knowledge of the program
Indian Student Eligibility:
- An applicant should have graduated from senior secondary school or equivalent (those applying for a postgraduate program must have graduated from a university or college).
- Taking a minimum of 4 major subjects in 12th Grade is essential, including English with an average of 70% and no course less than 65%.
Required Document List
Required Documents are:
- Transcript: Students must submit the official marks statements or transcripts that are provided by the college.
- Test Results: Provide proof of English proficiency, if English is not the first language in student country, as proof of IELTS/TOEFL result scores is to be submitted.
- Certificates: One of the following certificates with a minimum grade of 65 or above in required program subjects:
- Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC)
- The Senior School Certificate
- The Pre-University Examination Certificate
- The Intermediate Examination Certificate
Application Deadline
| Event | End Date |
| fall | Mar 1, 2022 |
| winter | Jul 1, 2021 |
Fees & Funding
Tution & Application Fees
| Year | Year 1 | Year 2 | Year 3 | Year 4 |
| Tuition Fees | $15474 | $15474 | $15474 | $15474 |
Living Costs
| Head | Avg Cost Per Year |
| Housing | $ 8100 |
| Transportation and Food | $ 8100 |
Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids
| Name | Amount | International Students Eligible | Application Deadline |
| Go Clean Scholarship | $ 3500 | Yes | Dec 31, 2020 |
| (ISC)² Women’s Cybersecurity Scholarships | Variable | Yes | Feb 19, 2021 |
| Collegedunia $150 Scholarship Program | $ 150 | Yes | N/A |
| Jared J. Davis Grant | $ 1000 | Yes | N/A |
VISA & Work Study
VISA
- International Students will need to apply for a valid Student VISA before entering Canada.
- A student visa is an immigration document that allows students to live and study in Canada.
- The student must have a student visa to enroll in any degree, program or course that takes more than 6 months to complete.
- Whether students also need an Entry Visa depends on their country of citizenship.
- The Temporary Resident Visa (Entry Visa) is a stamp placed on their passport that allows them to enter Canada.
- In most cases, students Entry Visa will have the same expiry date as their Student VISA.
- A student VISA is usually valid for the length of the student’s study program, plus an extra 90 days.
- The students need these documents to apply for a study permit:
- Proof of acceptance i.e The offer letter that the student received from the university.
- Proof of identity
- Proof of financial support i.e Documents showing the financial status.
Work Study
- Both full-time and part-time students can avail of work while studying in Canada options.
- A student can be hired for only one Work-Study position. Students can find and apply for jobs on Career Exploration and Education website.
- Student eligibility for the Work-Study Program is based upon students meeting this criterion:
- Have proof of a government student aid package of at least 1,500 USD
- Be registered at the University of Manitoba as a full-time undergraduate or graduate student in both terms
- Have achieved a satisfactory academic standing with a minimum 2.0 institutional grade point average in their previous academic session
- The Work-Study Program gives the student a chance to work On-campus if the student is a full-time student:
- Work Part-time during the academic year to earn around 2,250 USD
- Work Full time during the summer months to earn close to 4,500 USD
- The students can work up to 20 hours per week off-campus or on-campus during regular breaks.
Career and Placement after Course
As a graduate of this program, the student may pursue future career options, such as:
- Data Analyst
- Business Intelligence Analyst
- Big Data Engineer
- Data Architect
- Database Developer
Reviews
My goal was to to study a course that is innovative and dynamic at the same time. I applied for the various course at the various college. Then I was selected at the Seneca College and decided to opt for it as they offer a very diverse community with great co-op opportunities. I applied here through the online admission portal and also paid an application fee of $70.
Course Curriculum :
Throughout the program, I was able to develop management skills that demonstrate initiative, personal responsibility, and accountability to work in the field of data science. Communication and negotiation skills to work in diverse inter-professional group environments, and Problem-solving, reasoning, and critical thinking skills to engage in evidence-informed and ethical practice and decision-making.
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