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James Cook University (JCU)

  • 28% international / 72% domestic

Graduate Diploma of Data Science online

  • Graduate Diploma

Looking to steer your career to take advantage of the data science revolution? Organisations are continuing to recognise the importance and benefits of research and extensive analysis of raw data.

Key details

Degree Type
Graduate Diploma
Duration
16 months part-time
Study Mode
Online
Intake Months
Jan, Mar, May, Jul, Sep, Oct
Domestic Fees
$27,440 total
International Fees
$27,440 total

About this course

Looking to steer your career to take advantage of the data science revolution? Organisations are continuing to recognise the importance and benefits of research and extensive analysis of raw data. James Cook University's online Graduate Diploma of Data Science can give you the skills and networks to place you at the forefront of this fast-moving information revolution.

Delivered by expert teaching staff with deep academic knowledge and real-world industry and research experience, this course will provide you with cutting-edge knowledge to discover a wealth of new career opportunities.

An accelerated learning model makes this course one of Australia's fastest graduate diploma qualifications. Set yourself on the right track with data science skills and knowledge, studied wherever and whenever suits you.

Entry requirements

  • A Bachelor degree, plus high school intermediate level mathematics (basic algebra and differential calculus)*; or at least five years of relevant work experience (high numeracy skills), or;
  • A Bachelor degree in a relevant discipline (mathematics, statistics, physics, IT, computer science, engineering); or a Graduate Certificate of Data Science.
  • Applicants of non-English speaking backgrounds must meet the English language proficiency requirements of Band 2 - Schedule II of the JCU Admissions Policy.

Study locations

Online

What you will learn

An interdisciplinary approach means you'll acquire relevant knowledge from across the mathematics, information technology and business domains, delivered by academics with real-world data science experience.

You will study eight online subjects. Subjects can be undertaken across any of the six study periods throughout the year. With up to six subjects on offer per year, you can choose to sit a study period out to suit your changing personal and professional schedule and circumstances.

Want more details about these subjects? Find out more from our course guide.

Credit for prior study or work

JCU recognises the value of past study and real-world experience. Exemptions or credits for elective subjects will be considered on a case-by-case basis, upon submission of verifiable supporting documentation.

Contact a JCU Enrolment Advisor to discuss your circumstances and develop a tailored program of study.