
Overview
The ability to turn data into information, knowledge and innovative products is a skill in high demand within industry.
By completing a strong core of Computer Science and Statistics courses, you will gain a unique combination of skills in Data Science and be able to comprehend, process and manage data effectively to extract value from it.
Graduates will be critical, reflective practitioners able to pursue professional goals and further postgraduate study.
Master of Data Science is offered at University of Auckland .
Career
With the current demand for continued professional development in this area, this advanced qualification will help you to develop your data science skills to become well-positioned to pursue employment in the data science industry.
Jobs related to this programme
- Big data solutions architect
- Business analyst
- Data mining engineer
- Data scientist
- Digital product designer
- Machine learning engineer
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Visit official programme websiteProgramme Structure
Courses include:
- Big Data Management
- Datamining and Machine Learning
- Advanced Regression Methodology
- Advanced Data Science Practice
- Topics in Official Statistics
- Statistical Inference
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Visit official programme websiteKey information
Duration
- Full-time
- 18 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Credits
180 or 240
Delivered
Disciplines
Informatics & Information Technology Data Science & Big Data Machine Learning View 13 other Masters in Informatics & Information Technology in New ZealandExplore more key information
Visit official programme websiteAcademic requirements
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- You must have completed an undergraduate science degree at a recognised university (or similar institution) in a relevant discipline with a Grade Point Equivalent of 4.5.
- Relevant disciplines include data science, or a mixture of computer science and statistics. A minimum amount of study in a relevant discipline is required - this would be at least a major, field of study, or approximately 30 percent of your degree, including a mix of introductory and advanced courses.
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Visit official programme websiteTuition Fee
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International
31813 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 31813 USD per year during 18 months. -
National
6504 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 6504 USD per year during 18 months.
- Domestic: NZ$9,060 – $10,650
- International: NZ$44,310 – $44,526
Living costs for Auckland
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.