University of New South Wales
Graduate Certificate in Data Science
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationThe Graduate Certificate provides you with the skills that employers demand in a fast-tracked model, plus gives you a pathway to study the Graduate Diploma in Data Science and Master of Data Science.
This program covers the foundational skills of data science as applied in computer science, economics and mathematics. It also includes programming, statistics and data systems. Completing these courses will give you a strong foundation and the advanced knowledge in data science that are in high demand.
Courses are delivered online in seven-week intensive blocks, which means you could graduate with a Graduate Certificate in as little as 8 months.
Delivery mode
University of New South Wales offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Online
Set your own study schedule and balance study with your other commitments.
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
To be eligible for the Graduate Certificate in Data Science, you must have either:
- Completed at a minimum an undergraduate degree in Data Science or cognate discipline (e.g., Computer Science, Economics, Mathematics, Statistics). OR
- Completed an undergraduate degree in a non-cognate discipline AND have sufficient Data Science background as indicated by an average of 65 or above across a minimum of three Level III courses in Mathematics and/or Statistics and/or Computer Science and/or Econometrics. OR
- Completed a degree in a non-cognate discipline AND have sufficient Data Science background as indicated by at least two years of experience in a data science or data analytics role.
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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