Sydney,
NSW,
Australia
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Master of Data Science (089442E) in Sydney Australia | Western Sydney University
Western Sydney University
|
Sydney Australia
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Qualification
Masters Degree (Coursework)
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
AUD
39,256
(c. USD27,949.13)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months
In today's digital era, data has become crucial across numerous professions. The art of deriving insights from information has evolved into its own scientific discipline, combining expertise from mathematics, statistics, and computer science to empower organizations with data-driven decision-making and problem-solving capabilities. This program equips you with comprehensive scientific techniques and methodologies to extract valuable information and address intricate challenges.
All sectors gain advantages from proper data utilization, as it reveals critical understanding about their clientele, operations, and market conditions. The curriculum covers diverse data formats, teaches effective methods for extracting pertinent information, and cultivates analytical abilities to transform raw data into actionable intelligence. You'll master techniques for spotting patterns, comprehending consumer behavior, forecasting trends, uncovering fraudulent activities, and assessing financial risks.
Our Master of Data Science program emphasizes practical applications, exploring data characteristics including large-scale datasets and evidence-based research, along with visual and computational analysis methods.
2 years
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Applicants must have successfully completed an undergraduate degree, or higher, in any discipline.
Additional Information
Previous experience of statistics or computer programming will be an advantage but is not essential.
Applicants with the following may be eligible to receive credit for prior learning up to 80 credit points:
an undergraduate degree in data science and 2 years full-time equivalent managerial/professional work experience in roles relating to data science, machine learning, statistician, data analyst or associated roles;
OR
a graduate certificate, or higher, in data science.
Applicants seeking admission on the basis of work experience must support their application with a Statement of Service for all work experience listed on the application.
English Language Requirements:
IELTS: 6.5 overall score (min 6.0 in each subtest); TOEFL internet-based score of 82: Writing 21, Speaking 18, Reading 13, Listening 13; Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE): 58 overall; No communication skills less than 50.
Tuition
AUD
39,256