Postgraduate program

Fast facts

Location

Online

Start dates

Semester 2 - 29 Jul 2019

Mode of delivery

Online

Fees

Find information about indicative course and program fees.

Duration

1.5 years full-time or part-time equivalent up to 5 years maximum.

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UON program code: 40112

Study a Master of Data Science

A Master of Data Science from the University of Newcastle will equip you with the essential specialised skills and knowledge required to understand and engage with a variety of data generated from diverse industries and settings. This professional and industry oriented program will enable you to apply your theoretical statistical and computational knowledge to better understand and explore data using applied problem solving and computer practice.

Why Study with us?

Unique program offering - the first and one of the only Master of Data Science programs in Australia which offers specialisations to allow you to shape your studies to align with your chosen career path.
Acquire contemporary data science knowledge - This program has been developed by our data science experts in consultation with industry, so you will be equipped with the latest skills to deliver the needs of tomorrow’s workplace.
Study online at your own pace - the University of Newcastle’s advanced online learning system will enable you to achieve your Master of Data Science at a time that suits you. This program is one of only a handful of Master of Data Science degrees in Australia which offers 100% online study.
Gain real-world skills – graduates of this program will be equipped to model real-world situations, to think abstractly and to manage, analyse, interpret, visualise, and effectively communicate data.
Gain employment in a rapidly growing industry – according to IBM, the demand for Data Scientists is predicted to soar by 28% by 2020 (IBM, 2017).

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What you will study

You will gain the ability to model real-world situations, to think abstractly and to manipulate, analyse, interpret, visualise and effectively communicate data.

Your core studies will focus on the following areas:

Databases and Information Management
Data Wrangling and Visualisation
Big Data
Predictive Analytics

Career opportunities

Possible career opportunities include:

data scientist
data engineer
data manager
biostatistician/bioinformatician
business analyst
data and insights expert
researcher

Applying for Master of Data Science

Before you get started

To ensure that the process goes smoothly for you, you should complete the following steps before applying:

Review the program that you wish to apply for. Note the admission criteria, admission instructions, requirements & structure and any additional information listed.
Review the program fees and costs.
Check whether your postgraduate program has a Semester or a Trimester closing date. Please view the application closing date.
If you are from a non-English-speaking background, you need to satisfy the University's English language requirements and ensure that you can provide evidence of your English proficiency if required.

You will be considered for entry based on criteria such as your undergraduate studies and/or equivalent prior learning and/or relevant work experience.

Postgraduate application process

Other things to consider

Make sure you double check the special entry requirements, assumed knowledge or recommended studies for the degree:

Admission Requirements

Students with a three year, Bachelor degree (AQF level 7) or higher in a different discipline area (also called non-cognate discipline) to Data Science and their chosen Specialisation are eligible to undertake the 120 unit program which can be completed in 1.5 years full time or up to 5 years part time.
Students with a three year Bachelor degree (AQF level 7) or higher in a non-cognate discipline who also hold a minimum of five years demonstrable Recognised Prior Learning (RPL) in an area related to Data Science and/or their chosen Specialisation (also called cognate discipline) may be eligible to study between 80 and 120 units, inclusive.
Students with a three year Bachelor degree (AQF level 7) or Bachelor (Honours) (AQF 8) in a cognate discipline to Data Science and/or their Specialisation may be eligible to study between 80 and 120 units, inclusive.
Students with a Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma (AQF level 8) in a cognate discipline to Data Science and/or Data Analytics may be eligible to undertake an 80 unit program which can be completed in 1 year full time or part time equivalent.

Minimum English Language Proficiency Requirements

All Applicants must demonstrate that they meet the University’s English proficiency requirement. Further information regarding English language proficiency requirements can be found at the English Language Proficiency for Admission Policy here.

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Call 1800 882 121
Outside Australia call +61 2 4921 8856

Call +61 2 4921 8856
Inside Australia call 1800 882 121

Enquire

Master of Data Science