Digital literacy is projected to be essential for 90% of jobs in Canada. Are you ready to be at the forefront of this data science and machine learning revolution?

The Data Sciences Institute Certificates and Microcredentials at the University of Toronto, with the financial support of Upskill Canada, powered by Palette Skills and the Government of Canada, offer affordable, flexible, and rigorous upskilling opportunities.

Machine Learning Foundations
Microcredential

Registration is open until May 19

Data Science Foundations
Microcredential

Registration is open until July 7

Deploying AI
Microcredential

Registration opens soon

Data Science
Certificate

Data Science and Machine Learning Software Foundations Certificates

Deploying AI Microcredential

Microcredentials

Data Science Foundations (DSF) Length

8-weeks
Part-Time

DSF Cost

$1,599+HST

DSF Format

Courses 100% online
Weekly virtual office hours support 

DSF Next session

July 21, 2026

Deploying AI (DAI) Length

3-weeks
Part-Time

DAI Cost

$650+HST 

DAI Format

Courses 100% online
Weekly virtual office hours support 

DAI Next session

June 9, 2026

Machine Learning Foundations (MLF) Length

6-weeks
Part-Time

MLF Cost

$1199+HST 

MLF Format

Courses 100% online
Weekly virtual office hours support 

MLF Next session

June 2, 2026

Course length

16-weeks
Part-Time

$525+HST per Certificate 

Format

Courses 100% online
Weekly virtual office hours support 

April 7, 2025 
July 8, 2025  

November 3, 2025

Discover rewarding opportunities in the data sciences sector and accelerate your journey toward a new career 

Participant Benefits

Discover rewarding opportunities in the data sciences sector and accelerate your journey toward a new career 

Employer Benefits

Hire top talent and future-proof your business with data science professionals 

“What we’re hearing from our partners in industry is that targeted training in key areas can greatly increase the available talent pool in this fast-moving sector.”

Lisa Strug

Director, Data Sciences Institute

“Through the industry advisory group, prospective employers like Thomson Reuters are actively engaging with the Data Sciences Institute as they develop learning opportunities that address the evolving data science and machine learning demands across small, medium, and large-sized enterprises.”

Carter Cousineau

Vice President, Data and Model (AI/ML) Governance and Ethics, Thomson Reuters

“This is a big first step – but it’s only the beginning. We’re looking forward to working with our supporters in government and industry to upskill many more Canadians so they can transition into high-demand roles in the modern workforce – and help fast-growing companies achieve their full potential.”

Rhonda Barnet

CEO of Palette Skills

Data science in finance is revolutionizing the industry