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Master of Data Science

Masters (Coursework)

Be at the cutting edge of the digital world

Master your big-picture thinking and connect your digital understanding with data analysis, interpretation...

Key details

Degree Type

Masters (Coursework)

Study Mode

Online, In person

Intake Months

Feb, Jul

About this course

Be at the cutting edge of the digital world

Master your big-picture thinking and connect your digital understanding with data analysis, interpretation and management of complex data sets on a micro and macro level.

Large-scale data analysis and modelling underpin a vast range of industries, including healthcare, sports, business, scientific discovery, and government policy. With a Master of Data Science, you'll cement your place in one of the world's most in-demand professions and gain the skills to become a leader within the field through a unique combination of interdisciplinary coursework, research methodology, and comprehensive industry-based training.

Become a specialist within the field with the option to specialise in Sports Analytics, Business Intelligence, Artificial Intelligence & Computational Modelling.

Study a Master of Data Science at UC and you will:

Master your knowledge and skill to read and interpret Big Data
Become proficient in using state-of-the-art industry tools
Critically analyse databases and offer innovative solutions
Expand your practice by working on real-world issues
Learn and apply professional ethics, teamwork, critical analysis, communication and management skills
Build strong industry networks
Earn an industry-recognised and respected qualification
Be in demand

Work Integrated Learning (WIL)

WIL is a key component of the Master of Data Science course delivery as it offers students the opportunity to apply their learnings into industry-based practice (both real and/or in-situ) and build their professional networks.

To ensure our students have access to the right people and places, UC works hard to foster close industry connections and regularly engages with industry partners who possess both the skills and experience to provide specialised knowledge and training opportunities.

All course content is reviewed annually by our Course Advisory Group which is made up of a panel of highly qualified and respected industry experts

Career opportunities

Due to the exponential rise of digital data produced daily around the world, graduates of the UC Master of Data Science course can expect to find themselves in high demand in any one of the following positions.

Data scientist
Data engineer
Data analyst
Business analyst
Statistician
Software developer
Data warehouse operator and manager
Computer network analyst
Consultant

Entry requirements

An Australian bachelor degree in any field or equivalent.

Assumed knowledge

Year 12 mathematics and functional knowledge of using computer systems.

Periods course is open for new admissions

Year	Location	Teaching period	Teaching start date
2024	Bruce, Canberra	Semester 1	05 February 2024
2024	Bruce, Canberra	Semester 2	29 July 2024
2025	Bruce, Canberra	Semester 1	03 February 2025
2025	Bruce, Canberra	Semester 2	28 July 2025
2026	Bruce, Canberra	Semester 1	02 February 2026
2026	Bruce, Canberra	Semester 2	27 July 2026

Credit arrangements

A credit transfer arrangement is available for this course for the following institutions:

University Of Canberra College

Graduate Certificate in Academic Foundations (31410)

Study locations

Canberra

Online

Graduate outcomes

Graduate satisfaction and employment outcomes for Computing & Information Systems courses at University of Canberra.

75%

Overall satisfaction

76.5%

Skill scale

72.1%

Teaching scale

89.3%

Employed full-time

$73.5k

Average salary

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