Honours Bachelor of Data Science and Analytics (DSA)

Starts in January, September

PGWP-eligible Program

Campus

Newnham

Delivery

Hybrid

Duration

8 Semesters (4 Years)

Credential

Honours Bachelor Degree

School

School of Software Design & Data Science

About the Program

The Honours Bachelor of Data Science and Analytics program is the first-of-its-kind in Ontario. This four-year degree program was designed to meet the growing need for data-driven business solutions. You will learn to identify and interpret data using algorithms and acquire skills to draw meaningful conclusions. Your knowledge will be enhanced through theory and applied learning with the help of case studies, guest speakers and a co-op work experience. As a graduate of this program, you will be uniquely positioned to make an impact by combining solid business strategies with an in-depth knowledge of computer science, statistics and analytics.

Skills

Throughout this program you 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

Work Experience

Mandatory Degree Co-op

A work experience that includes at least one term in a formal work environment. In most cases the work term(s) is a paid position that is completed between two academic semesters and requires a minimum of 420 hours of work. Students must be in good standing and meet all identified requirements prior to participating in the work experience. The successful completion of the co-op work term(s) is required for graduation. Eligibility for participation does not guarantee that a work position will be secured. Additional fees are required for those participating in the mandatory co-op stream regardless of success in securing a work position.

Work-Integrated Learning Model
Year	September	January	May
Year 1	Semester 1	Semester 2	Break
Year 2	Semester 3	Semester 4	Break
Year 3	Semester 5	Semester 6	Work Term
Year 4	Semester 7	Semester 8

Start in	Location	Availability
Sept. 2025	Newnham	Open
Jan. 2026	Newnham	Open

Please note that availability is subject to change and a seat is not guaranteed.

Start in	Location	Availability
Sept. 2025	Newnham	Open
Jan. 2026	Newnham	Open

Please note that availability is subject to change and a seat is not guaranteed.

This program meets Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) eligibility requirements.

Program and Course Delivery

This program is offered in Seneca's hybrid delivery format with some courses available in Seneca's flexible delivery format. Some coursework is online and some must be completed in person. Students will need to come on campus to complete in-person learning requirements. In courses delivered in the flexible format, using interactive learning spaces, professors teach in person to students in a physical classroom or lab and stream to students online at the same time. Students have a choice of coming to campus for an in-person experience or learning online.

Learn more: Seneca’s program delivery options and how courses in this program will be delivered each term.

Your Career

As a graduate of this program, you may pursue future career options, such as:

Data Analyst
Business Intelligence Analyst
Big Data Engineer
Data Architect
Database Developer

Affiliations/Accreditations

Business Technology Management Accreditation Council (BTMAC)
Certified Analytics Professional (CAP)
Dell EMCDS
Systems Applications and Products (SAP)

The Seneca Polytechnic Difference

This is where university meets college. Where theory meets practice. Where ambition meets flexibility.

Experiential Learning

Graduate career ready and world ready. This program has a mandatory co-op to help you hone essential skills for the workplace.

Renewable Scholarships

You may qualify for a renewable scholarship and receive up to $1,000 per year when you study in any degree program.

Global Learning

As a student in this program, you have the chance to explore global learning opportunities through Global Learning and Engagement.

Academic Pathways

Seneca is a leader in academic pathways and offers options to help you transfer existing credits from a completed program or continue on to graduate studies.