The University of Sydney
Graduate Certificate in Data Science
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationYou will gain a foundational level of knowledge and skills in data science to help guide strategic decision making, and be introduced to different concepts including data mining, machine learning and data visualisation.
Who is it for?
Our Graduate Certificate in Data Science is tailored for professionals with a strong mathematical or quantitative background wanting to obtain the foundational skills in order to explore a career in data science.
Delivery mode
The University of Sydney offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
- Camperdown
- J12/1 Cleveland St, Darlington
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
To be eligible for admission, an applicant is required to have:
- a three year Australian bachelor's degree in a cognate discipline that demonstrates a background in computer programming and statistics with a minimum average of 60 percent.
English Language Requirements
You may need to provide evidence of your English proficiency to study with us. Find out which requirements are applicable to you below:
Option 1:English is my first language.
If English is your first language, you may be able to meet the English language requirements if you have;
1. citizenship or permanent long-term residency (minimum ten years), AND
completed secondary or higher education (tertiary) studies recognised by the University in an approved English-speaking country.
Option 2: English is NOT my first language.
If English is not your first language, you may be able to prove English proficiency with an approved English skills test taken within 2 years of commencing the course.
Required scores:
1. IELTS Score
- A minimum result of 6.5 overall and a minimum result of 6.0 in each band
2. TOEFL - IBT score
- A minimum result of 85 overall including a minimum result of 17 in Reading, Listening and Speaking and 19 in Writing
3. Pearsons Test of English
- A minimum result of 61 overall and a minimum result of 54 in each band
Course fees
For more information about this course and payment options please enquire now.
Career opportunities
The Graduate Certificate in Data Science will prepare you for the following roles.
Workforce Analyst
A Workforce Analyst examines workplace systems and processes to find ways to improve efficiency. You might recommend changes to staffing arrangemen...
Business Intelligence Analyst
A Business Intelligence Analyst examines business performance and recommends IT systems to increase efficiency. You might look at current practices...
Data Analyst
A Data Analyst interprets information and uses it to improve the way a company does business. You’ll use various methods to collect information and...
Data Consultant
A Data Consultant is responsible for analysing and interpreting complex data sets to help organisations make informed business decisions. This role...
Market Research Analyst
A Market Research Analyst studies market conditions to help organisations understand potential sales of a product or service. You might work in var...
Data Scientist
A Data Scientist looks for trends in data to provide information that guides organisational decisions. You might work for a retail business to prov...
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