Charles Darwin University

Master of Data Science

Nationally Recognised Higher Education

The Master of Data Science will further develop your technical and analytical skills needed to manage and interpret useful insights from massive data sets.

This qualification complements the following multi-disciplinary areas:

  • Computer science
  • Information technology
  • Information systems
  • Statistics
  • Mathematics
  • Engineering or a program with substantial quantitative competencies

Your coursework will also include a project-based assessment allowing you to focus on what you are passionate about.

Delivery mode

Charles Darwin University offers this course through the following delivery modes:

Blended

Combine the flexibility of online learning with the support of on campus learning.


Locations
  • Ellengowan Drive, Brinkin

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.

Successful completion of a recognised bachelor degree or equivalent international qualification.

English language requirements

To gain entry into Charles Darwin University, all Higher Education applicants must satisfy the University's English Language Proficiency Requirements for their chosen course of study. International applicants will be required to supply evidence of this at the time of application.

The minimum English language requirement for this course is met by either undertaking previous education in an English-speaking country or undertaking one of the following English language tests and obtaining the minimum requirements listed below.

  • CDU English for Academic Purposes 4 (ZEAP40) - Successful completion of EAP004 English for Academic Purposes 4
  • IELTS Academic Module - A minimum overall score of 6.5 with no band less than 6.0.
  • Cambridge Advanced English (CAE) - A minimum overall score of 176, with no skill below 169.
  • Common European Framework Certificate of English Proficiency - A minimum overall grade of C1, valid for three years from the date of the test to the date of commencement at CDU.
  • Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic module - A minimum overall score of 58 with no score lower than 50.
  • TOEFL Internet-based Test (iBT) - A minimum overall score of 79 with a minimum writing score of 21.
Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

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* Fees are indicative only and vary based on your circumstances and eligibility for government funding.
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Study mode Blended
Duration 24 Months
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Career opportunities

The Master of Data Science will prepare you for the following roles.

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...

Avg yearly income $127,400
Entry barriers Low

Data Architect

A Data Architect manages data collection and management for a business or organisation. You’ll design management systems for organising and storing...

Avg yearly income $165,776
Entry barriers Low

Analytics Manager

An Analytics Manager oversees the collection and analysis of data to support business decisions. You might work in various industries, including fi...

Avg yearly income $104,000
Entry barriers Low

Big Data Engineer

A Big Data Engineer is responsible for designing and implementing robust data processing systems that facilitate the handling and analysis of large...

Avg yearly income $139,776
Entry barriers Low

Machine Learning Engineer

A Machine Learning Engineer develops and implements machine learning models and algorithms to solve complex problems. You might work in technology...

Avg yearly income $109,980
Entry barriers Low

About Charles Darwin University

Charles Darwin University is a truly unique institution.

With our home and our heart in the Northern Territory, we embrace the inclusive, resilient, and courageous spirit of the NT in our campuses and delivery sites that reach a diverse footprint from the capital cities of Darwin, Brisbane, Melbourne, Perth and Sydney to the regional hubs of Alice Springs, Palmerston and Katherine and our remote locations in Nhulunbuy, Tennant Creek and on Country – in community, with the community.

Our multi-campus, dual-sector status, virtual and online expertise, course profile, research activities, delivery methods, and operation result from our commitment to the regions in which we operate.

The Northern Territory spans approximately one-sixth of Australia’s landmass and yet is home to just one per cent of the population, of whom 30 per cent are First Nations Peoples.

Due to our location, we are in an enviable position to contribute to the future opportunity of Northern Australia, and our neighbours in the Asia Pacific, through our innovative and impactful training, education, and research.

The University now has the new Strategic Plan in place, which will guide the development of our university over the next five years. It gives us a very clear road map to building a bigger, better and stronger university, valuing and empowering our people to make a difference.

CDU believes in the transformative power of training, education and research to change people’s lives for the better. We have a collective responsibility to make sure that our training, education and research are not only high quality and delivered by outstanding educators and researchers but are accessible and meaningful. What we do matters to our communities.

We are a deeply connected university, working in partnership and collaboration with First Nations peoples, our communities and industries, government, and alumni to address the needs of the Northern Territory and regional, rural, and remote people nationally and globally.

We are committed to making significant contributions to the social, economic and environmental sustainability of the NT and Northern Australia and to export our expertise nationally and globally.