Interested in an online Master of Science in Information Systems (MScIS) at Athabasca University?

The Master of Science in Information Systems program offers 2 intakes annually.

Application deadline Start date
October 1  January (Winter)
March 1 September (Fall)

 

Program details

The MScIS program is designed to fit into your life, offering several focus areas and a flexible completion schedule, so flexibility remains at the heart of your educational journey.

Program focus areas
  • Bioinformatics
  • Cloud Computing
  • Data Analytics
  • Environmental Data Analytics
  • Information Security
  • Learning Technology
  • Information Systems Development
  • Information Technology Management
  • Intelligent Systems
  • Health Informatics

Completion times

Finish this program in as little as 2.5 to 3.5 years of full-time study, depending on your academic and employment background. You can take up to 5 years to complete all requirements.

Career outcomes

Whether you're enrolling to pivot into the tech industry or to progress in your current career, our program is tailored to propel you forward. Graduates emerge ready to embrace a variety of dynamic roles, such as:

  • Cybersecurity Director
  • Chief Technology Officer (CTO)
  • Chief Information Officer (CIO)
  • Data Analyst
  • Cloud Solutions Architect
  • IT Solutions Architect

“If you have a drive to learn, a computer, and Wi-Fi, you’re good to go.”

– Uilani Ballay
Master of Science in Information Systems