Data Science Monash University

Overview

The Data Science programme from Monash University offers a comprehensive curriculum addressing theoretical and practical aspects, including statistical machine learning, exploratory analysis, data formats and types, structured and semi-structured data processing, and their impact on organizations and society. Turn information into innovation for a better future!

Learning Outcomes

• analyse the lifecycle of data through an organisation.

• apply the major theories in the field of data analysis and data exploration to some characteristic problems.

• plan, manage and execute a data science project individually and collaboratively on a new application area using knowledge of the data lifecycle and analysis process.

• investigate, analyse, document and communicate the core issues and requirements in developing data analysis capability in a global organisation.

• demonstrate an understanding of data science to a level of depth and sophistication consistent with senior professional practice.

• review, synthesise, apply and evaluate contemporary data science theories through independent research and a research thesis, or by utilising research methods for scholarly or professional purposes.

• document and communicate ethical and legal issues and norms in privacy and security, and other areas of community impact with regards to the practice of data science.