This certificate program is only available to international students. To be eligible to apply, you must,
- have a post-secondary degree or diploma
- achieve an IELTS test score of 6.0 or equivalent and,
- meet eligibility criteria for all necessary study and work permits.
All classes will be held in person at our main campus in Calgary, Alberta.
Overview
Are you technically curious and interested in exploring and developing data science skills? Job roles in data science are in high demand across a wide range of industries, as the ability to extract insights and make data-driven decisions is becoming increasingly important in today’s business environment. Organizations need to extract value from the data they are collecting and use it to inform decision-making, identify new opportunities and improve their operations.
In this program, you'll build in-demand data science skills by exploring questions in association with data sets using diagnostic and predictive analytic tools. You'll gain a foundation in the basic concepts and tools used in the field of data science, including topics such as data wrangling and cleaning, data storage and processing, data analysis and modeling, data visualization and reporting, machine learning and programming in python.
This program is suitable for individuals who are technically curious and interested in expanding their existing technical skills. No prior formal training in either data science or programming is required but a general aptitude with technology and experience in learning new technologies are strongly recommended.
This program is currently offered to international students only. You may complete this program in one year or bundle with another professional certificate program.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us at coned.international@sait.ca.
How to apply for this certificate
Applicants must meet all of the following eligibility criteria:
- Have a post-secondary degree or diploma - You must submit the following documents for assessment
- Post-secondary transcripts, mark sheets, or examination results AND
- Post-secondary parchment or graduation certificate.
- If your documents were not issued in English, you must provide a certified translated version from a certified translator along with the the original documents (in the original language).
- If your name has changed, we will require validation of the name change (marriage certificate, etc.).
- SAIT also accepts external assessments from IQAS, WES, and others.
- Demonstrate proof of English proficiency
- The preferred method of demonstration is an approved test assessment with an IELTS test score of a 6.0 or equivalent.
- Meet eligibility criteria for all necessary study and work permits.
Certifications and professional designations
Upon successful completion of this program, you’ll receive:
- a SAIT-issued Data Science Professional Certificate
Some courses included in the program may be eligible for training credits or professional development units toward industry certifications. Additional education, exams or work experience requirements may apply.
