Admissions
Requirements & Eligibility
4 year undergrad degree
Academic equivalent from a recognized university is also sufficient. Students from all academic backgrounds with strong mathematical, statistical, and computational skills will be considered.
3.3 grade point average
This GPA must be earned in the last two years (*60) of relevant undergraduate work (or graduate work) at the University of Alberta, or an equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
English proficiency
International students need to satisfy the English proficiency requirements as outlined in the Department's graduate admission webpage.
Tuition & Fees
The tuition and fees of the MDP Program are the standard tuition and fees for Course-based MSc programs set by the Faculty of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies (FGPS).
Application fees
International student differential fee
Tuition and non-instructional fees
Application Process
Applications should be submitted online, and students should follow the Faculty of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies application process.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you offer a part-time option?
A part-time option is now available. Typically, part-time students are required to spend at least one semester studying full-time. However, you can apply to have this requirement waived.
Should I request the official transcript be mailed directly to UAlberta?
Official transcripts recently issued directly to a student from an institution can be uploaded as part of the application package at the FGPS application portal, in the form of a high-definition scan in the pdf format. This will be accepted as an official transcript.
When will I be able to schedule my courses for my first term?
You should receive an email with instructions when course selection becomes available. You should also log into your Beartracks account and try to register for the classes you want to take as soon as possible. You can login to your University of Alberta Beartracks account here: https://www.beartracks.ualberta.ca/. (You should receive your CCID and login instructions in your acceptance package.)
May I switch to another course-based program after I am admitted to the MDP program?
Because each specialization program has its unique set of requirements, admission to one specialization program does not guarantee acceptance to another. Students wishing to explore other directions that are better fits to their interest and career objectives are encoureged to discuss their options with MDP faculty mentors, and also discuss their suitability for admission with faculty members in the targeted specialization program.
What is an official transcript?
As described on the website of the Faculty of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies:
- An official transcript is one that has been received directly from the issuing college or university. The envelope in which the document was mailed should bear an institutional postage meter mark rather than a postage stamp.
- Transcripts from North American institutions should bear a recent date of issue, an authentic registrar's signature and an embossed university seal. Transcripts received that do not meet these requirements should not be considered official and should be rejected for any permanent use.
- Unofficial documents are records that may have been in the hands of the student, such as student-copy transcripts or letters, grade reports, diplomas, or graduation lists, and are not considered official.
For applicants who have graduated a few years ago, we recommend that you request a new copy of your transcript from your former institution so that it will bear a recent date of issue. The transcript issued to you at your graduation several years ago may NOT be considered official.
Does MDP program offer scholarships or Teaching Assistantships?
The MDP program is a student self-fund program. No financial assistance is offered. Summer internships are usually paid internships and can help students to partially cover their tuition.
Faculty Contacts
Ms Jane Cooper
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