Overview

How will you study?

This Data Science program at University of Adelaide is able to be studied in either part-time, standard full-time or accelerated mode—enabling you to undertake your studies at a pace and level of commitment that suits you. For further information, see the Degree Structure section.

What will you do during a Master of Data Science?

Undertake a specialised introductory data science program in your first study period.
Build core skills in programming (Python, R, and Julia), mathematics and statistical data science.
Learn how data science techniques can drive changes in organisations, industries and communities.
Use data to answer questions in your chosen areas of interest.
Apply your learning in a significant research project or internship.

Career

You might help large or small businesses use data to make more informed decisions in the face of uncertainty. You could analyse data to forecast trends and predict risk in industry, government, or science. Perhaps you’ll come up with innovative big data management systems as a data architect. Whatever you do, you’ll be at the cutting edge of one of the most rapidly-growing fields in the workforce right now.

Potential careers

Database Coordinator
Systems Analyst
Business Analyst
Business Consultant
Business Data Analyst
Computer Scientist
Data Analyst
Data scientist
Scientific Data Analyst
Financial Systems / Computer Analyst
Information Analyst
Information Technologist
Information and Communications Technologist

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Computer Science

Mathematical Data Science

Data Taming

Data Science PG

Human and Ethical Factors in Computer Science

Data Literacy

Statistical Machine Learning

Probability and Statistics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-01-01 00:00:00

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Starting 2025-05-26 00:00:00

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Starting 2025-09-08 00:00:00

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More details

There is not a specific application deadline, however we strongly encourage students to lodge their application no later than 6 weeks before the commencement

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

79

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Credits

48 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Data Science & Big Data View 57 other Masters in Data Science & Big Data in Australia

Academic requirements

GPA

Required

GPA of 4.5

English requirements

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79

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Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

CRICOS: 107542C

SACE Stage 2: Mathematical Methods . IB: Mathematics(SL grade 4 / HL grade 3) MathTrackX is an online bridging program available as a recognised alternative to Mathematical Methods.

Successful completion of an Australian year 12 qualification with a minimum pass in an accepted English language subject
Bachelor degree or equivalent with a GPA of 4.5

Tuition Fee

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International

52300 AUD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 52300 AUD per year during 24 months.
National

6875 AUD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 6875 AUD per year during 24 months.

Domestic applicants: Commonwealth-supported place

Living costs for Adelaide

1328 - 2474 AUD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Win a €10000 Scholarship! Deadline: 30 June 2020

Embark on your journey with the Studyportals Scholarship! We're giving away a total of 20,000 euros to help you achieve your dream of studying abroad.

Win a €10000 Scholarship! Deadline: 30 June 2020

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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