Overview
The Master of Data Science at Edith Cowan University is an inter-disciplinary field, drawing on mathematics, statistics, and computer science, that uses scientific methods, processes, algorithms and systems to extract knowledge and insights from structured and unstructured data.
It also pays specific attention to ethical issues surrounding the manner in which data is gathered, stored and analysed/utilised.
Data Science is a significant area of growth and potential employment in Australia and the Asia-Pacific.
Career Opportunities
This course provides students with the opportunity to engage in a semester-long work-orientated project or a work-integrated experience. This provides an excellent springboard for employment following this degree. Career pathways available to data science graduates include data scientist, data analyst, machine learning scientist, statistician, informatician, computational scientist. Graduates of this course will also have the option to pursue further study at the PhD level.
Possible future job titles
Data Scientist, Data Analyst, Informatician, Computational Scientistc region.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Biostatistics
- Applied Multivariate Statistics
- Science Communication and Ethics
- Artificial Intelligence
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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We recommend you apply as soon as you can. It's best to receive an offer as early as possible so you can prepare for orientation and semester start.
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Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Statistics Data Science & Big Data Artificial Intelligence View 42 other Masters in Artificial Intelligence in AustraliaAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
CRICOS code: 103286b
- Academic admission requirements (Band 6) may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:
- Bachelor degree; or
- Equivalent prior learning including at least five years relevant professional experience.
- IELTS Academic Overall band minimum score of 6.5 (no individual band less than 6.0);
- Bachelor degree from a country specified on the English Proficiency Bands page;
- Successfully completed 0.375 EFTSL of study at postgraduate level or higher at an Australian higher education provider (or equivalent);
- Where accepted, equivalent prior learning, including at least five years relevant professional experience; or
- Other tests, courses or programs defined on the English Proficiency Bands page.
Tuition Fee
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International
34700 AUD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 34700 AUD per year during 24 months. -
National
26800 AUD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 26800 AUD per year during 24 months.
Living costs for Joondalup
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.