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Post-Baccalaureate Diploma (PBD) in Data Science (Co-op) St. Francis Xavier University St. Francis Xavier University, Canada

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CAD 22100

Annual Tuition Fee

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*Subject to change and other fees
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CAD 100

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24 months

Duration

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6.5

IELTS

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90

TOEFL

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70%

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Program Overview

Data science is a multidisciplinary approach that combines mathematics, statistics, and computer science to understand, analyze, and interpret patterns within data. As the volume of data continues to grow across every sector, Data Science has become a necessary skill to address complex problems, from health and politics to business, sports, and media, and data scientists play a critical role in transforming raw information into actionable knowledge. With demand for skilled professionals far outpacing supply, as employment for data scientists are projected to grow by more than 35% over the next decade, Data Science offers immense career opportunities and the chance to make a real-world impact in a data-driven future.


Why Study Data Science at StFX?
At StFX, our Data Science programming is grounded in a strong foundation of mathematics and statistics—essential tools for success in the field. What sets our program apart is its flexible, project-based learning approach that focuses on both theory and application, and students can tailor their studies by selecting data-driven courses aligned with their interests. Whether your passion lies in Business, Biology, Medicine, Sport, or Earth Sciences, you’ll gain practical data science skills in the context that matters most to you.

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Additional Information

Program Level Postgraduate Certificate / Diploma

College/University Processing Time 14 Days

Program Format Full-Time

Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) work permit

Program Intake

Open

Sep 2026

General Admission Requirement

  • IELTS
    • Minimum Overall Score - 6.5 - With No Band Less Than - 6
  • TOEFL
    • Minimum Overall Score - 90 - With no score less than - 20
  • PTE
    • Minimum Overall Score - 60 - With no score less than - 50
  • DUOLINGO
    • Minimum Overall Score - 115.0  

Academic Requirement

Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have a three-year or four-year undergraduate degree in any discipline.

6.5 IELTS Score
90 TOEFL Score Minimum Overall Score
60 PTE Score Minimum Overall Score
115 Duolingo Minimum Overall Score
70% CGPA Minimum Overall Score

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Tuition Fee

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Average Tuition Fee Per Year

22100

Tuition Fee
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CAD 100

Application Fee
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22895 Per year

Average Cost of Living
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The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Scholarships

Entrance Scholarships

$5,000 Entrance (85-89.9% scholarship average) $5,000 ($1,250 renewable for 4 years)
$7,000 Entrance (90-95.9% scholarship average) $7,000 ($1,750 renewable for 4 years)
$12,000 Merit (+96% scholarship average) $12,000 ($3,000 renewable for 4 years)
Transfer Scholarship (+80% average and 24 credits) $2,000 (non-renewable: Apply by May 30)


Eligibility:

Scholarship eligibility is based on final marks for the five Grade 12 courses used to meet admission requirements for your program. Please note that final Grade 11 equivalent subject marks may be used in the interim to calculate the average. Open to all students.

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