Graduate Diploma in Data Science

The Graduate Diploma in Data Science comprises eight online subjects. Completing these courses will provide you with a comprehensive understanding of Data Science, and the practices crucial to decision-making techniques and good data storytelling.

Core subjects (six total):

• Principles of Programming
• Foundations of Data Science
• Statistical Inference for Data Scientists
• Data Mining and Machine Learning
• Regression Analysis for Data Scientists
• One of: Strategic Decision Making or Database Systems

Elective subjects (choose two provided the prerequisites are met and subjects are available):

• Big Data Management
• Data Visualisation and Communication
• Multivariate Analysis for Data Scientists
• Neural Networks, Deep Learning
• Bayesian Inference and Computation
• Decision Making in Analytics
• Data and Ethics
• Strategic Decision Making (if not chosen as core subject)
• Database Systems (if not chosen as core subject)

Should you choose to pursue Master of Data Science upon the successful completion of your Graduate Diploma, the following prerequisites must be considered: 

• Principles of Programming is a prerequisite for Data Mining & Machine Learning, Neural Networks, Deep Learning & Big Data Management.
• Foundations of Data Science is a prerequisite for Regression Analysis for Data Scientists, Data Visualisation and Communication & Multivariate Analysis for Data Scientists.
• Statistical Inference for Data Scientists is a prerequisite for Regression Analysis for Data Scientists & Multivariate Analysis for Data Scientists.

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The UNSW online programs have been developed in close consultation with industry experts equipping you with applicable and career-related skills. UNSW is ranked in the top 3 universities in Australia for graduate employability, and is 27th in the world (QS University World Rankings by Graduate Employability, 2020) with each program offering advanced disciplinary depth, giving you access to the latest thinking and current research.