Overview

Throughout the Data Science program from Federation University Australia, you will utilise your skills to handle large volumes of data, working with real-time data, cloud computing, unstructured data and statistical models. As a graduate, you may work in data science related areas such as the health care, finance, government administration and IT industries.

This program is also available as a graduate certificate and graduate diploma option for domestic and international students.

To review entry requirements and application details relevant to you, please indicate whether you are a domestic or international student by selecting the filter in the top right corner of the screen.

Career opportunities

Data scientist
Data engineer
Business analyst
Statistician
Data warehouse operator

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Statistics
Professional research and communication
Artificial intelligence and machine learning
Advanced data science project
Experiment Design and Visualisation
Computational Methods for Data Analysis

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-07-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-07-09 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2026-03-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-12-27 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-02-25 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2026-07-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-17 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

IELTS

6

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TOEFL^® IBT

60

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Credits

240 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Campus Location

Ballarat, Australia

Disciplines

Data Science & Big Data View 60 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

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60

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Other requirements

General requirements

CRICOS code: 104808F

Applicants will have completed an undergraduate degree at AQF level 7 in an area of science, mathematics, statistics, engineering, information technology or business.

Students will be required to demonstrate they have previously studied introductory mathematics and at least one information technology course in their undergraduate degree. If they cannot, they must select an approved elective course in their first semester of study to meet prerequisite requirements.

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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Tuition Fee

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International

34500 AUD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 34500 AUD per year during 24 months.
National

9314 AUD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 9314 AUD per year during 24 months.

National: Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP)

Living costs for Ballarat

1260 - 2250 AUD /month

Living costs

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

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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