Academic school/college: Faculty of Science. This four-year Bachelor of Science (BSc) program in Data Science is offered within a research-intensive environment where students have the opportunity to work closely with internationally renowned faculty members. The program has an optional co-operative education (co-op) component, allowing students to include up to 4 terms (potentially 16 months) of paid work experience as part of their degree. The curriculum will likely cover foundational and advanced topics in statistics, mathematics, computer science, and data science methodologies.

Career options in roles such as data analyst, data scientist, business intelligence analyst, data engineer, machine learning engineer, statistical analyst, and research analyst across a wide range of industries. The optional co-op program provides significant work experience, enhancing graduate employability.

The University of Victoria (UVic) boasts the largest co-operative education (“co-op”) program in Western Canada, offering up to 16 months of paid work experience. It provides a safe, very welcoming, and inclusive community on a beautiful eco-friendly campus. UVic is located in Victoria, the charming capital city of the province of British Columbia, Canada, known for its high quality of life.