Honours Specialization in Data Sciences

About this programme

Data Science at Western offers four flexible undergraduate modules to suit your data science needs. Whether you want to b ecome a data scientist, or just learn how to use it to advance your career in another discipline, there is a program for you! Become a specialist in Data Science with a deep foundation in the statistical, mathematical, and algorithmic foundations. Finish your degree with a fourth-year capstone project, working one-on-one with a Western faculty member. This program will give you the most concentrated background and deep knowledge of all areas of data science. To receive the Honours designation, you must maintain a 70% average and you must get at least a 60% in every required course. For more information see Data Science Honours Specialization PDF and the Western Academic Calendar entry . Get a solid foundation in the principles of Data Science, without the singular focus of a Honours Specialization This program covers all of the foundational elements of the discipline. It can be used as part of a Double Major degree or as a sole basis for a degree in Data Science. For more information see Data Science Major PDF and the Western Academic Calendar entry . Combine a Data Science degree with another undergraduate degree (regardless of faculty), while still gaining a well-rounded technical knowledge base in data science. For more information see Data Science Minor PDF and the Western Academic Calendar entry . A great and flexible way to integrate a Data Science qualification into your degree. The Certificate is similar to a Minor in Data Science, but the