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University of Canberra

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Master of Data Science

  • Masters (Coursework)

Master your big-picture thinking and connect your digital understanding with data analysis, interpretation and management of complex data sets on a micro and macro level.

Key details

Degree Type
Masters (Coursework)
Duration
2 years full-time
Course Code
ITM001.1, 099433A

About this course

Master your big-picture thinking and connect your digital understanding with data analysis, interpretation and management of complex data sets on a micro and macro level.

Large-scale data analysis and modelling underpin a vast range of industries, including healthcare, sports, business, scientific discovery, and government policy. With a Master of Data Science, you'll cement your place in one of the world's most in-demand professions and gain the skills to become a leader within the field through a unique combination of interdisciplinary coursework, research methodology, and comprehensive industry-based training.

Become a specialist within the field with the option to specialise in Sports Analytics, Business Intelligence, Artificial Intelligence & Computational Modelling.

Study locations

Canberra

What you will learn

  • Master your knowledge and skill to read and interpret Big Data
  • Become proficient in using state-of-the-art industry tools
  • Critically analyse databases and offer innovative solutions
  • Expand your practice by working on real-world issues
  • Learn and apply professional ethics, teamwork, critical analysis, communication and management skills
  • Build strong industry networks
  • Earn an industry-recognised and respected qualification
  • Be in demand

Career pathways

Due to the exponential rise of digital data produced daily around the world, graduates of the UC Master of Data Science course can expect to find themselves in high demand in any one of the following positions.
  • Data scientist
  • Data engineer
  • Data analyst
  • Business analyst
  • Statistician
  • Software developer
  • Data warehouse operator and manager
  • Computer network analyst
  • Consultant

Credit for prior study or work

A credit transfer arrangement is available for this course for the following institutions:

University Of Canberra College

Graduate Certificate in Academic Foundations (31410)

Graduate outcomes

Graduate satisfaction and employment outcomes for Computing & Information Systems courses at University of Canberra.
75%
Overall satisfaction
76.5%
Skill scale
72.1%
Teaching scale
89.3%
Employed full-time
$73.5k
Average salary