Overview
The Master of Data Science program offered at the University of Queensland is the most comprehensive data science program in Australia, combining high-level analytical and technical skills with industry-specific knowledge and essential professional attributes.
It's also one of the few programs in the world to offer you a cross-disciplinary education with direct industry contact and practical experience in the exciting field of data science.
The Master of Data Science program is offered at the University of Queensland.
You'll study advanced topics from computing, statistics and mathematics, and your choice of electives from business, finance, health or science. Across the program, you'll learn how to make informed decisions in data-intensive environments.
You'll use relevant big data tools and technologies and develop essential knowledge about the ethical use of data, legal considerations, communication and more. In your final year, you'll also complete projects relevant to industry.
Career possibilities
Postgraduate study can take you anywhere. Here are some of the careers you could be on your way to:- Market researcher
- Data scientist
- Risk analyst
- Supply chain analyst
- Business intelligence analyst
Programme Structure
Courses included:
- Responsible Data Science
- Data Analytics at Scale
- Statistical Methods for Data Science
- Data Science Capstone Project
- Machine Learning
- Database Principles
- Mathematics for Data Science
- Probability Models & Data Analysis
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 18 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Business Intelligence & Analytics Data Science & Big Data Machine Learning View 78 other Masters in Business Intelligence & Analytics in AustraliaAcademic requirements
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- CRICOS code: 092454G
- a bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline (see below), or
- a bachelor's degree (or equivalent) which includes all of the relevant discipline content (see below), or
- to have successfully completed 3 years of study towards an approved qualification at an overseas partner institution, with a formal pathway to the Master of Data Science.
- You must have a grade point average (GPA) of 5.0 on a 7-point scale in your previous qualification
- English language requirements
Tuition Fee
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International
47264 AUD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 47264 AUD per year during 18 months.
TBA tuition for national students
Living costs for Brisbane
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.