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undergraduate

Degree

Bachelor of Data Science

Course code: #40276

undergraduate

Degree

Bachelor of Data Science

Quick facts

  • Annual tuition (2022)

    $37,100 AUD

  • Application fee

    Free

  • Duration

    3 years

  • PSW

    3 years

  • Min GPA

    62.8 out of 100

  • CRICOS code

    105362A

Highlights
Practical Experience

These are mandatory and all come with course.

Deadlines

Term start& deadline Deadline
Fall-February 31-January-2025 2025-01-31
Winter-July 30-June-2025 2025-06-30
Fall-February 31-January-2024 2024-01-31
Winter-July 30-June-2024 2024-06-30

Overview

Bachelor of Data Science

Many of today’s problems rely on understanding and analysing data to solve them. 

This program at the University of Newcastle will allow you to develop core skills in data science that encompasses key elements from mathematics, statistics, computing, artificial intelligence, and machine learning.

From community health and tracking activity in social networks to understanding the environment and climate change, data scientists are increasingly in demand.

Data scientists create and use a variety of tools and frameworks to examine patterns in data

These findings are then communicated to inform decision-making and business strategy.

Computer science laboratories provide the perfect practical environment to apply your knowledge and test your skills. 

As a student, you will use the latest data analysis and programming software such as Python, R, Java, and SQL.

 

Work Integrated Learning

While studying, take advantage of up to 280 hours of work placement in your final year and access to cutting-edge facilities such as our computer science laboratories.

Estimate your cost

Residency
Count of person

$44,969

Total costs

yearly

Details


Cost of living 1 person $8,916
Accommodation 1 bed room $7,869
Tuition 1 person $37,100

Hourly wage

Min wage

23.23 AUD / 1 hour

in Australia every student can work 48 hour per fortnight

Required documents

  • Academic transcript
  • Completion certificate
  • Evidence of English proficiency
  • Passport biometric page
  • For programs requiring work experience, a curriculum vitae (CV)/resume and/or letters of work experience are recommended.

Language requirements

GRE
not required
GMAT
not required

IELTS

6
6
listening
6
writing
6
speaking
6
reading

TOEFL

60
12
listening
21
writing
18
speaking
13
reading

PTE

50
54
listening
54
writing
54
speaking
54
reading

Cambridge

169
169
listening
169
writing
169
speaking
169
reading
Language pathway (conditional offer) is available

English language skills test equivalence: 

IELTS 6.0 with no subtest less than 6.0

TOEFL IBT: 60-78 with a Writing score of 21-23, Speaking 18-19, Reading 13-18, and Listening 12-19

PTE: 50-57 with all bands 54

Cambridge: 169 -175  with all bands 169

The University of Newcastle offers a wide range of intensive English language programs to help students achieve their goal of studying at the University of Newcastle.

Course NameDurationEntry RequirementsLead to
English Language Bridging - Elementary10 weeksIELTS 4.0Intermediate
English Language Bridging - Intermediate10 weeksIELTS 5.0Upper-Intermediate
English Language Bridging - Upper-Intermediate10 weeksIELTS 5.5Advanced English 
Advanced (EAP)10 weeksIELTS 6.0Undergraduate & Postgraduate Coursework Program

Students with an offer for Undergraduate programs may enter Upper Intermediate English with an IELTS score of 5.0Upper-Intermediate

Students with an offer for Undergraduate programs may enter this course with an IELTS score of 5.5.


Academic background and requirement

Entry requirements:

Senior secondary school qualification

 

Assumed Knowledge:

  • HSC Mathematics Advanced or equivalent

 

Recommended Studies:

  • HSC Mathematics Extension 1 or equivalent

 

GPA:

China:

  • China (Peoples’ Republic) National Entrance Examination (Gaokao):  471   out of 750   (62.8%)

India:

  • All India Senior School Certificate (CBSE): 11
  • Indian School Certificate (CISCE): 79
  • Board of Intermediate Education Andhra Pradesh - Intermediate Public Examination: 75
  • Gujarat Secondary and Higher Secondary Education Board - Higher Secondary Certificate Examination: 75
  • Government of Karnataka Department of Pre-University Education - Second Year PreUniversity Examination: 75

 

Foundation Studies

The University of Newcastle College of International Education Foundation Studies Program can be completed in either two or three trimesters and is designed to prepare international students for university study, both academically and socially. 

Career opportunities

  • Information security analyst
  • Big data specialist
  • Digital transformation specialist
  • Software architect
  • Data scientist
  • Web developer

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