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IT Data Analytics (Diploma)

Nova Scotia Community College · Halifax, Canada · Bachelor's (undergraduate)

Researched 28 Oct 2026

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Level

Bachelor's

Duration

2 years (Institute of Technology Campus, Halifax)

Tuition / year

C$13,505 (≈ ₹9 lakh)

Intakes

September (2027)

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Course overview

IT Data Analytics (Diploma) is a undergraduate (bachelor's) course in data science & ai at Nova Scotia Community College in Halifax, Canada. It takes 2 years (Institute of Technology Campus, Halifax), with intakes in September (2027).

Nova Scotia Community College is a public institution. Read the full course description, modules and entry rules on the official course page.

Key highlights

Key highlights
UniversityNova Scotia Community College (Public)
LocationHalifax, Canada
CourseIT Data Analytics (Diploma)
LevelBachelor's (undergraduate)
Subject areaData Science & AI
Duration2 years (Institute of Technology Campus, Halifax)
Tuition per yearC$13,505 (≈ ₹9 lakh)
IntakesSeptember (2027)
English requirementIELTS Academic 6.0 in each band; PTE Academic 55; Duolingo 115 (no subscore below 95); TOEFL iBT 80 (tests before 21 January 2026); CAEL 60

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Fees and costs

Tuition for international students is C$13,505 a year, about ₹9 lakh. Over 2 years that is roughly C$27,010 (≈ ₹18.1 lakh) before any yearly increase.

2026-27 international tuition (flat NSCC rate); programme costs, CA$1,000 international student fee, CA$200 college service fee and health insurance extra

Living costs near the university

Living costs
CostIn CADApprox. in rupees
Ivany Campus, 4-bedroom suite2026/27C$8,004per year (September–April)≈ ₹5.4 lakh
Ivany Campus, 1-bedroom suite2026/27C$9,338per year (September–April)≈ ₹6.3 lakh
Off-campus rent near rural campuses (median, all housing types)NSCC international student surveyC$800per month≈ ₹53,600
Health insurance (no Nova Scotia health card)2026-27C$1,024per year≈ ₹68,608

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.

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Career outcomes

Job roles

  • Data analyst
  • Business analyst
  • Statistician
  • Market researcher
  • Financial risk analyst
  • Operational researcher

Employers hiring for these roles worldwide

  • Deloitte
  • PwC
  • EY
  • KPMG
  • Allianz
  • Munich Re
  • Bloomberg
  • Capital One
  • Mastercard
  • Nielsen

Eligibility

General entry requirements at Nova Scotia Community College for bachelor's courses. Some courses ask for more, so check the course page.

  • Diplomas need high-school graduation or equivalent. For India, NSCC asks for a board-attested or board-issued Class 12 certificate and the Class 12 statement of marks; school-issued transcripts and notarised copies are not accepted.

English requirements

For this course: IELTS Academic 6.0 in each band; PTE Academic 55; Duolingo 115 (no subscore below 95); TOEFL iBT 80 (tests before 21 January 2026); CAEL 60.

English tests accepted
TestWhat the university asks for
IELTS Academic6.0 in each band (listening, reading, writing and speaking).
PTE Academic55.
TOEFL iBT80 for tests before 21 January 2026; 4 overall on the new scale for later tests.
Duolingo115 overall with no subscore below 95.
ExemptionsThree years of full-time study in English at an accredited institution in a country where NSCC does not require testing, or one year of full-time study at an English Canadian college or university. India is a country where testing is required.

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Intakes

This course starts in: September (2027).

Upcoming intakes and deadlines in Canada

How to apply

  1. Check the entry requirements and the deadline on the official course page.
  2. Take IELTS, PTE or the test the university accepts, if you need one.
  3. Prepare your documents: transcripts, statement of purpose, recommendation letters and CV.
  4. Apply on the university's application portal and pay any application fee.
  5. Accept your offer, meet any conditions and pay the deposit.
  6. Apply for your student visa for Canada, then arrange accommodation.

Documents you'll need

  • Valid passport
  • Board-attested or board-issued Class 12 certificate and mark sheet
  • Degree or diploma documents (graduate certificates)
  • English test result less than two years old, sent by the test provider
  • CA$100 application fee; CA$5,000 deposit after an offer

About Nova Scotia Community College

Nova Scotia Community College (NSCC) is a public community college in Nova Scotia, with campuses across the province and its largest IT and business campuses in Halifax and Dartmouth. It offers certificates, diplomas, advanced diplomas and one-year graduate certificates, many of them eligible for a post-graduation work permit.

International tuition is a single flat rate of CA$13,505 a year in 2026-27, which is low for Canada. Indian students mostly look at the two-year IT diplomas (IT Data Analytics, IT Programming, Cyber Security) and the one-year graduate certificates in Business Intelligence and Analytics, IT Programming for AI and Business Analysis. Some popular programmes put international applicants on a waitlist, so apply as soon as applications open in November.

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FAQs

What is the fee for IT Data Analytics (Diploma) at Nova Scotia Community College?

The tuition for international students is C$13,505 a year (about ₹9 lakh). 2026-27 international tuition (flat NSCC rate); programme costs, CA$1,000 international student fee, CA$200 college service fee and health insurance extra. Fees usually rise each year, so check the course page before you apply.

How long is IT Data Analytics (Diploma)?

The course takes 2 years (Institute of Technology Campus, Halifax).

What English score do I need?

IELTS Academic 6.0 in each band; PTE Academic 55; Duolingo 115 (no subscore below 95); TOEFL iBT 80 (tests before 21 January 2026); CAEL 60. Some universities also accept Class 12 English marks or other tests; confirm on the course page.

When can I start?

Intakes: September (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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