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postgraduate

Degree

Master of Data Science (Coursework)

Course code: #62530

postgraduate

Degree

Master of Data Science (Coursework)

Quick facts

  • Annual tuition (2023)

    $43,800 AUD

  • Application fee

    $100 AUD

  • Duration

    2 Years

  • PSW

    4 Years

  • Min GPA

    50 out of 100

  • CRICOS code

    093310E

Highlights
Capstone Project
Project

These are mandatory and all come with course.

Options
Research Project

These items are optional and you can choose them as you wish after applying for the course.

Deadlines

Term start& deadline Deadline
Fall-February 01-January-2024 2024-01-01
Winter-July 28-May-2024 2024-05-28
Fall-February 01-January-2025 2025-01-01
Winter-July 28-May-2025 2025-05-28

Overview

Master of Data Science

The Master of Data Science at UWA gives you the knowledge and skills to understand and apply appropriate analytical methodologies to transform the way an organisation achieves its objectives, to deal effectively with large data-management tasks, to master the statistical and machine-learning foundations on which data analytics is built, and to evaluate and communicate the effectiveness of new technologies.

As the rise of data science is a global phenomenon, the course prepares you for an international career

You will gain a detailed knowledge of contemporary data management and analysis technologies, including those for data collection and storage, visualisation, internet-based applications, and software project management.

You will also acquire essential skills in high-performance computing.

As well as undertaking advanced units in computing and statistics, you can choose from a range of units from diverse fields and understand how to apply your data science knowledge and skills across interdisciplinary domains.

The course is designed with the current and future needs of the industry in mind.

Hands-on experience

With a major data science project on your resume, you’ll be an attractive candidate to future employers. 

The Data Science Capstone Project provides a unique experience where you can integrate and apply your skills to a substantial real-world data science project.

Estimate your cost

Residency
Count of person

$58,425

Total costs

yearly

Details


Cost of living 1 person $10,620
Accommodation 1 bed room $14,625
Tuition 1 person $43,800

Hourly wage

Min wage

23.23 AUD / 1 hour

in Australia every student can work 48 hour per fortnight

Required documents

  • Passport or Visa Documents
  • Academic/Official Transcripts
  • Evidence of English Language Competency
  • Resume (CV) outlining previous work experience (If Applicable)

Note: All transcripts must be in English. 

Language requirements

GRE
not required
GMAT
not required

IELTS

6.5
-
listening
6
writing
-
speaking
6
reading

TOEFL

82
20
listening
22
writing
20
speaking
18
reading

PTE

64
54
listening
59
writing
59
speaking
54
reading

Cambridge

180
170
listening
170
writing
170
speaking
170
reading
Language pathway (conditional offer) is available

The UWA Centre for English Language Teaching offers two ways, or pathways, to improve English language proficiency to the level required by the University for entry into its undergraduate and postgraduate studies.

CourseEntry Requirements:Lead toDuration
IELTS (Academic format)

5.5 with no band score below 5.0

6.0 with no band score below 5.5

Direct entry to most under- and post-graduate courses

20 weeks 

10 weeks

TOEFL IBT
 

58 with a minimum score of writing 16, speaking 15, listening & reading 7 

68 with a minimum score of writing 20, speaking 17, listening 11, reading 12

Direct entry to most under- and post- graduate courses

20 weeks

10 weeks

Pearson Test of English (Academic)

46 overall with no individual score below 42

54 overall with no individual score below 46

Direct entry to most under- and post- graduate courses

20 Weeks

10 Weeks

 


Academic background and requirement

To be considered for admission to this course an applicant must have—
(a) a bachelor's degree, or an equivalent qualification, as recognised by UWA;
and
(b) the equivalent of a UWA weighted average mark of at least 65 per cent;
and
(c) completed ATAR Mathematics Applications, or equivalent, as recognised by UWA.

Career opportunities

  • Data Scientist
  • Machine Learning Engineer
  • Data Analyst
  • Business Intelligence Analyst
  • Data Engineer
  • Predictive Analytics Specialist
  • Big Data Architect

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