Master of Data Science

Location

Online

Study Mode

Online

Outcomes

Data Analyst, Data Engineer, Data Scientist, Database Administrator, Machine Learning Engineer, Market Research Analyst, Market Researcher

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Qualification

Master's Degree

Awarded By

UNSW Online

Duration

Accelerated; complete in as little as 2 years

Start Date

Enquire now for upcoming start dates

Payment Option

FEE-HELP, Upfront payment

How Much Will It Cost?

FEE-HELP

This course can be paid for through the FEE-HELP government loan scheme. If you are an Australian citizen or hold a permanent humanitarian visa, you may not need to pay upfront.

Instead, the Australian government will pay your course fees directly to the provider on your behalf. You’ll begin repaying your loan through the tax system once you start earning more than the minimum threshold of $54,435 (2024-25 financial year).

Find out more about government study loans here.

Course Rundown

Establish yourself as an expert in data science and be part of a growing in-demand field when you study the online Master of Data Science at UNSW.

The skills you develop in this program are broad and deep and apply across all fields and industries. Cover advanced statistics and machine learning, programming and database systems, plus strategic decision making and more. This course explores more ways to organise, identify, analyse and ultimately use data to inform strategies, redefine ambiguous questions and find answers that make a genuine impact.

Created and led by academics who are at the forefront of the industry, you can ensure that your online learning experience will be of the highest standard.

Designed with the busy individual in mind, this 100% online course allows you to learn each subject in seven week blocks, allowing you to accelerate your study and graduate in two years.

Pursue a career that’s dynamic and rewarding, starting with the Master of Data Science. Enquire today!

Eligibility

To be eligible to study this course, applicants must meet the following entry requirements:

Completed an undergraduate degree in Data Science or cognate discipline (e.g., Computer Science, Economics, Mathematics, Statistics); AND
Have sufficient Data Science background as indicated by an average mark of 70 or above across three Level III courses in Mathematics and/or Statistics and/or Computer Science and/or Econometrics; AND
Be proficient in the English language.

Entry via nested qualification

For those who do not qualify for direct entry into the master’s program, you may be eligible for entry into the Graduate Diploma in Data Science. Generally, if you successfully complete the Graduate Diploma with a WAM of 65 or above, you can progress to the Masters.

FAQS

What You’ll Learn

In this data science course, the subjects you may study include:

Core Courses

Principles of Programming
Foundations of Data Science
Statistical Inference
Data Mining and Machine Learning^
Regression Analysis#+
Capstone Data Science Project

Elective Courses

Six electives from the following courses (one of which must be from the * course):

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
Database Systems

^Prerequisite: Principles of Programming. #Pre-requisite: Foundations of Data Science. +Prerequisite: Statistical Inference for Data Scientists.

Why study with UNSW Online

Study 100% Online with UNSW. A World Leader

UNSW is a globally recognised leader in education, with a focus on industry applicable programs. When you study online with UNSW, you can expect to learn from world-class academics and collaborate with ambitious, like-minded individuals.

Study at Australia’s Global University. Anywhere, anytime

Studying online at UNSW means that you have the flexibility to shape your studies to fit your life and career goals. The programs have been designed with busy working professionals in mind so you can study one course at a time, 100% online & accelerated, whilst working full-time.

Designed by Industry for Industry

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.

Student Support

Student Admissions Advisors: Investing in the right program for you is important to us and we’re here to help you every step of the way. Our Student Enrolment Advisors are available to assist you with all your program and enrolment queries. Student Success Advisors: Studying online does not mean studying alone. We are here to help you make your difference. Throughout your study journey, you will be able to turn to your Student Success Advisor (SSA), who is committed to assisting you at every stage, from enrolment through to graduation. Your SSA is on hand to help with all non-academic queries by phone or email.

Where Will It Lead Me?

Upon successful completion of this course, you will receive a Master of Data Science from UNSW.

Skilled data scientists are in high demand and this qualification will establish you as an expert in data science, enabling you to seek employment opportunities in a wide variety of industries.

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