Course overview
Data Analytics (Post-Degree Diploma) is a postgraduate (master's) course in data science & ai at langara-college in Vancouver, Canada. It takes 16 months minimum (four consecutive terms), full-time, in person, with intakes in January and September (September 2027 applications open 1 October 2026, close 30 April 2027).
langara-college is a public institution. Read the full course description, modules and entry rules on the official course page.
Key highlights
| University | langara-college (Public) |
|---|---|
| Location | Vancouver, Canada |
| Course | Data Analytics (Post-Degree Diploma) |
| Level | Master's (postgraduate) |
| Subject area | Data Science & AI |
| Duration | 16 months minimum (four consecutive terms), full-time, in person |
| Tuition per year | C$19,159 (≈ ₹12.8 lakh) |
| Intakes | January and September (September 2027 applications open 1 October 2026, close 30 April 2027) |
| English requirement | Category 2: IELTS 6.5 (no band below 6.0); PTE 56 (no skill below 55); TOEFL iBT 88 (20 per section); Duolingo 110 |
Interested in Data Analytics (Post-Degree Diploma)?A counsellor checks your eligibility and helps you apply, free of charge.
Fees and costs
Tuition for international students is C$19,159 a year, about ₹12.8 lakh. Over 1.5 years that is roughly C$28,739 (≈ ₹19.3 lakh) before any yearly increase.
Worked out at the 2026 Data Analytics post-degree rate of CAD 638.64 per credit for 30 credits a year; student fees are extra
Living costs near the university
| Cost | In CAD | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|
| Shared rental roomLangara says "$500 to over $1,000" | C$500–1,000per month | ≈ ₹33,500 – ₹67,000 |
| Homestay2021-22 estimate on Langara's budget page; plus a CAD 550 placement fee | C$1,300per month | ≈ ₹87,100 |
| Student health and dental plan2026 rate | C$380per year | ≈ ₹25,427 |
| Interim guard.me medical insuranceUntil BC provincial cover starts | C$151one-off | ≈ ₹10,114 |
Living costs for Canada as a whole: C$20,000–30,000 a year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.
Plan my monthly living costsEligibility
General entry requirements at langara-college for master's courses. Some courses ask for more, so check the course page.
- Post-Degree Diploma in Data Analytics: a bachelor's degree or equivalent, plus at least a C (60%) in a post-secondary mathematics or calculus course. Admission is competitive.
- Applications to the post-degree diplomas in Business Administration and Accounting, and to the BBA, are suspended until further notice.
English requirements
For this course: Category 2: IELTS 6.5 (no band below 6.0); PTE 56 (no skill below 55); TOEFL iBT 88 (20 per section); Duolingo 110.
| Test | What the university asks for |
|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6.5 overall; Category 2 programmes (such as Data Analytics) also need no band below 6.0 |
| PTE Academic | 56 (Category 2 also needs no skill below 55) |
| TOEFL iBT | 88 with 20 in each section (Category 2); 80 for Category 3 |
| Duolingo English Test | 110 |
| Other routes | A bachelor's degree from an English-speaking country, or Langara's own English test (LET). Langara does not list a Class 12 English waiver for India. |
Intakes
This course starts in: January and September (September 2027 applications open 1 October 2026, close 30 April 2027).
Upcoming intakes and deadlines in CanadaHow to apply
- Check the entry requirements and the deadline on the official course page.
- Take IELTS, PTE or the test the university accepts, if you need one.
- Prepare your documents: transcripts, statement of purpose, recommendation letters and CV.
- Apply on the university's application portal and pay any application fee.
- Accept your offer, meet any conditions and pay the deposit.
- Apply for your student visa for Canada, then arrange accommodation.
Documents you'll need
- Valid passport
- Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets
- Bachelor's degree and transcripts (post-degree diplomas)
- English test score (valid for two years)
- Provincial Attestation Letter (issued by Langara) for the study permit
Scholarships
International Regional Entrance Scholarship
New full-time undergraduate students (not post-degree programmes)
Value: CAD 7,500 (CAD 5,000 in the first term, the rest as a second-term tuition credit)
New full fee-paying international students from listed regions, including South Asia, with an 80% average from school or a completed degree abroad. Keep a 2.67 CGPA for the second-term credit. Deadlines: 30 November 2026 (Summer 2027) and 31 March 2027 (Fall 2027).
Official pageAcademic Success in a Post-Degree Certificate or Diploma
Post-degree students
Value: Value not published
Automatically given to the full-time international student with the highest CGPA in the first term of a post-degree programme who continues to the second term.
Official page
About langara-college
Langara College is a public college in south Vancouver. Its West 49th Avenue campus opened in 1970 and it became an independent public institution in 1994. It teaches more than 16,000 students a year, and its name in the Musqueam language, snəw̓eyəɬ leləm̓, means "house of teachings".
Langara is best known for university transfer: students take first- and second-year courses whose credits transfer to universities across British Columbia and beyond. It also offers two-year diplomas, a few bachelor's degrees and post-degree diplomas for students who already hold a degree.
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FAQs
What is the fee for Data Analytics (Post-Degree Diploma) at langara-college?
The tuition for international students is C$19,159 a year (about ₹12.8 lakh). Worked out at the 2026 Data Analytics post-degree rate of CAD 638.64 per credit for 30 credits a year; student fees are extra. Fees usually rise each year, so check the course page before you apply.
How long is Data Analytics (Post-Degree Diploma)?
The course takes 16 months minimum (four consecutive terms), full-time, in person.
What English score do I need?
Category 2: IELTS 6.5 (no band below 6.0); PTE 56 (no skill below 55); TOEFL iBT 88 (20 per section); Duolingo 110. Some universities also accept Class 12 English marks or other tests; confirm on the course page.
When can I start?
Intakes: January and September (September 2027 applications open 1 October 2026, close 30 April 2027). Apply early: popular courses can fill up before the deadline.
Can Admission Mantra help me apply?
Yes. A counsellor checks your eligibility, helps you prepare your documents and statement of purpose, and guides you through the application and visa. The first conversation is free.
We researched this page on 28 Oct 2026 from the university's own pages. Fees, entry rules and intakes change every year; confirm them on the official course page before you apply. Listing a course doesn't mean Admission Mantra represents the university.
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