Course code: #SMDS
These are mandatory and all come with course.
Organisations in every industry are asking big questions. With a Master of Data Science under your belt, you'll have the skills to help answer them.
Data science professionals are in high demand in today's data-driven world.
Whether you're already working in data science or ready to make a career change, the Master of Data Science prepares you for a successful career in this exciting field.
Designed in collaboration with industry partners, this degree gives you the knowledge, skills and hands-on experience to transition from university to the workplace.
You'll build fundamental skills in programming, databases, probability, statistics, data exploration and analysis.
Got a particular interest in artificial intelligence, bioinformatics or sports analytics?
This degree allows you to specialise in these areas and others, such as big data and cloud computing, business applications and data modelling and analytics.
Students need to select one specialisation below after their study commencing:
As you study, you'll have opportunities to work with the industry partners on real-world projects and take on an industry work placement.
If your sights are set on a research career, you can choose to undertake a thesis in computer science or statistics.
Students need to select one learning pathway from the list below.
Pathway
$48,300
| Cost of living | 1 person | $10,212 |
| Accommodation | 1 bed room | $10,500 |
| Tuition | 1 person | $37,800 |
English Language Intensive Courses for Overseas Students (ELICOS) are designed for students who require English language training before commencing tertiary study in Australia.
English Language Intensive Courses for Overseas Students (known as ELICOS) includes General English and English for further studies (English for Academic Purposes).
English for Further Studies Entry requirements
| English Level | IELTS | TOEFL (iBT) | Pearson's | Exit to |
| EFS 3 | 4.5 (minimum writing score 4.5) | 34 | 30 | - |
| EFS 4 | 5.0 (minimum writing score 5.0) | 40 | 36 | Foundation Studies/ Diploma of Business/Diploma of IT |
| EFS 5 | 5.5 (minimum writing score 5.5) | 55 | 42 | Undergraduate degrees/Diploma of Health Sciences/Diploma of Bioscience/Diploma of Engineering/Diploma of Psychology |
| EFS 6 | 6.0 (minimum writing score 6.0) | 75 | 50 | Postgraduate programs/Diploma of Media and Communications |
Completion of a three-year post-secondary qualification.
Pathways:
La Trobe University's Postgraduate Enabling Program (PEP) provides a pathway into a range of La Trobe Master's courses for students who may not have the academic and/or English requirements to gain direct entry.
PEP is a La Trobe University program, which La Trobe College Australia will deliver in Melbourne and Sydney.
This program leads to all Master's courses offered at the Sydney Campus and some Master's courses in Melbourne and Bendigo.
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