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The Bachelor of Science in Data Science provides training in Data Science, which focuses on making decisions supported by data. 

Data Science: Bachelor of Science Degree (BSc) - UBCO

University of British Columbia

UBCO

UBC-O

UBC Okanagan

University of British Columbia - Okanagan

University of British Columbia - Okanagan (Kelowna)

University of British Columbia Okanagan

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Students must be admitted into Bachelor of Science to pursue this program. 

1. High school graduation or equivalent

2. English Studies 12 or English First Peoples 12 or [equivalent](https://you.ubc.ca/applying-ubc/requirements/english-language-competency/) 

3. Minimum six academic/non-academic Grade 12 courses (recommended)

4. Pre-Calculus 12 or equivalent (67%)

5. One of:
    - Anatomy and Physiology 12
    - Chemistry 12 
    - Environmental Science 12
    - Geology 12 
    - Physics 12
    - Equivalent

6. Chemistry 11

7. *The following subject categories are particularly relevant for this degree. Consider taking courses in these areas in Grade 11 and Grade 12.

    - Language Arts
    - Mathematics & Computation
    - Sciences 

*Note: There is no minimum number of courses required for admission, but you are encouraged to challenge yourself with a substantial number of courses that are relevant to your intended area of study.

Academic Admission Requirement

Additional Academic Admission Requirement

1. Students can pursue a Major, Minor or Honours within the Bachelor of Science degree. While coursework usually starts in the first year, you are encouraged to declare your Major at the end of your first-year undergraduate study in order to take the prerequisite second-year courses. 

Admission Advice

Applications must be submitted by January for September entry. Early application is recommended.

When you are ready to apply, use our [pre-application checklist](https://www.educationplannerbc.ca/go/resources) to make sure you have everything you need, and visit our [How-to guides page](https://www.educationplannerbc.ca/help) for more information.

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Data Science Bachelor's Degrees

Data Science: Bachelor of Science Degree - Major or Honours

University of British Columbia

Data Science: Bachelor of Science Degree (BSc) - UBCO

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