Course Based Master of Science in Modeling, Data and Predictions
Student Resources
Tips on preparing a strong application package
Make your goals clear
Describe in the Personal Statement your motivation to apply to the MDP program, and how MDP would help you achieve your career objectives.
Highlight experience
Experiences on work, internships, research projects, extracurricular activities are considered favourably during the application reviews. Highlight these experiences in your Personal Statement. Ask a reference to describe your performances during work or a project.
Include all relevant courses
Online courses related to Data Science are considered a plus. Include certificates of completion for relevant online courses in your application.
Ensure your transcript is official
To avoid delay in the admission process, pay special attention to the requirements of official transcripts as outlined on the FGPS website. If you graduated from an institution a few years ago, the transcript issued to you at your graduation will NOT be considered official. Request a new copy of your transcript before you apply so that the transcript will have a recent date of issue.
I'm Accepted - What's Next?
After receiving your official admission letter issued by the Faculty of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies, you should begin the process of applying for your study permit and a temporary resident visa to enter Canada from a Canadian Consulate General office in your country.
Investigate Study Permit options
Estimate your tuition and fees
Register for fall courses
Verify fee assessment and course registration
Tuition & Enrolment
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 encouraged to discuss their options with MDP faculty mentors, and also discuss their suitability for admission with faculty members in the targeted specialization program.
Peer Support Resources
Past and current students have been compiling a website to share their experiences, provide your examples of capstone projects and create a pool of support that you can use to make your experiences even better.
Faculty Contacts
Ms Jane Cooper
Territorial Acknowledgement
