Overview

Program Highlights

Develop fundamental skills in data science.
Open up your career opportunities.
Build your portfolio.
Gain skills in SAS, Python, R and more.
Fast-track your career with 100% online study.
Be supported by a dedicated Student Success Advisor.

Career opportunities

The field of data science continues to grow, and studying the Data Science MSc program offered at James Cook University will give you an edge in this diverse industry. Upon successfully completing a Data Science program at James Cook University, you will have the skills and expertise to succeed in roles like:

Data Scientist
Business Analyst
AI Developer
Machine Learning Specialist
Data Analyst
Chief Information Officer

According to Seek, the most common salary for a Data Scientist is $130,000. The Talent Data Science & Analytics Market Snapshot & Salary Guide states the most in-demand skills in this field include programming languages like SQL, Python and R, business analytics and machine learning², all of which you will learn in JCU Online’s Master of Data Science.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Data Science Master

Advanced Data Management and Analysis using SAS

Data Science and Strategic Decision Making

Data Mining and Machine Learning

Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

You can apply for and start this programme anytime.

More details

Jan, Mar, May, Jul, Sept, Oct ( 6 chances in a year to start the course )

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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PTE Academic

58

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TOEFL^® IBT

86

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Delivered

Online

Campus Location

Brisbane, Australia

Disciplines

Data Science & Big Data View 27 other Masters in Data Science & Big Data in Australia

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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PTE Academic

58

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TOEFL^® IBT

86

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Other requirements

General requirements

CRICOS Code: 00117J

The Master of Data Science welcomes applications from students who are able to meet the following criteria:

A Bachelor degree (whilst not a prerequisite for entry, high numeracy skills equivalent to senior level mathematics that includes algebra and elementary differential calculus is assumed); OR
At least five years of relevant work experience in an IT or data science-related industry. Industry experience will need to include some background in computing, data analysis or programming. Application based on relevant industry experience must be supported by a detailed CV and proof of work experience.

Tuition Fee

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International

22644 AUD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 45288 AUD for the full programme during 24 months.
National

22644 AUD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 45288 AUD for the full programme during 24 months.

$3,774 per subject; 12 subjects (One subject per each 7-week study period)

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

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.

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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