Master Of Data Analytics

Decode Your Future with Data Science Expertise

Data analysis is one of the fastest-growing fields in Canada, and the Master of Data Analytics (MDA) program prepares you to step into a high-demand career as a big data professional. Gain the skills and expertise needed to tackle complex data challenges and advance your career in the dynamic world of data science.

Career Highlights: Training for a Diverse Range of Roles

The MDA program provides comprehensive training across the entire data science lifecycle. With hands-on learning, you'll develop the technical skills necessary to excel as a data analyst, data scientist, or business intelligence professional, opening doors to numerous career opportunities across industries.

Specializations: Tailor Your Learning to Your Career Goals

The MDA program offers three specialized streams to align with your career aspirations and enhance your problem-solving skills:

Career Outlook: Growing Demand for Data Professionals

As businesses increasingly leverage machine learning and big data to make data-driven decisions, the demand for skilled data analysts continues to rise.

According to Canada's Job Bank, there is an anticipated shortage of data analysts across Canada through 2029, particularly in Ontario. This trend is mirrored globally, with 11.5 million job openings projected in data science by 2026 in the United States. Additionally, an IBM report estimates over 2.7 million job postings for data analysts and data scientists by 2025 in the U.S. alone.

Career Opportunities with Your MDA Degree

Graduates of the MDA program can pursue a wide range of roles, including:

Program Requirements
  • Academic Requirement: Bachelor’s Degree – Completion of a four-year honours degree standard with CGPA of 3.0 (on 4.33 scale) or better Completed at least two undergraduate courses in statistics or quantitative methods and Total education years must be equivalent to 16 years.
  • ELP Requirement: IELTS Indicator: 6.5 overall with minimum of 6.0 in the writing band Duolingo: 125 overall with no individual component below 115 PTE Academic: 61 overall with minimum score of 60 in writing TOEFL iBT: 88 overall with minimum of 20 in each component Proof of English language proficiency, if applicable
  • Special Requirement: The student must have completed their previous degree in a relevant field that included Mathematics as a subject.
Refund Policy

At the University of Niagara Falls (UNF), we understand that international students may face unexpected challenges. Here's a clear and simple explanation of when and how you can get a refund:

Full Refund (Minus $500 Administration Fee)

You may get a full refund of your tuition fees (less a $500 administration fee) in the following cases:

  1. Visa Refusal:
    If your student visa or study permit is denied by IRCC, you can request a refund.
    You must submit:

    • The original visa refusal letter or

    • The official IRCC email (including full headers and routing info).

  2. Before Classes Begin:
    If you tell the university in writing that you don’t want to start the program, and do this on or before the 6th day of the term, you’re eligible.

  3. Admission Requirements Not Met:
    If you don’t meet the university’s admission criteria before the program starts (as per your offer letter), you’re also eligible.

Note: If you're a continuing student and plan to leave UNF, you must provide:

  • A new Letter of Acceptance and payment proof from another school, or

  • Your flight ticket back home.

Partial Refund (Minus $500 Administration Fee)

You can get a partial refund based on how much of your program you’ve completed if:

  • You withdraw before completing 50% of the term, and request a refund.

  • Your program is discontinued or suspended before completion.

No Refund if:

  • You withdraw after completing 50% or more of the term.

Other Important Points

  • You must submit a written refund request to: studentaccounts@unfc.ca

  • Refunds are only sent to the original method of payment.

  • Insurance fees are non-refundable once the term has started.

  • Students who are dismissed due to misconduct or policy breach are not eligible for any refund.

Key Facts
  • Application Fee: $0
  • LOA Deposit: $5,000
  • Annual Tuition Fee: $30,000
  • Total Tuition Fee: $48,000
  • Course Duration: 18 months
  • Credentials: Masters
  • Intake: July & Oct 2025
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Checklist

Checklist

  • CV/Resume (Dates of education and experience must be mentioned in MM-YYYY format)

Example: Job from MM-YYYY --- to MM-YYYY

  • Valid passport copy
  • Academic documents (Bachelor transcripts and certificate + Senior secondary certificate/WAEC/12th)
  • Medium of instructions letter

    IF ONSHORE STUDENT

  • Stamped copy of visa
  • LOI
  • Study permit
  • Canadian Address:
  • Canadian Contact No:
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