Edith Cowan University
Master of Data Science
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationData Science is an inter-disciplinary field, drawing on mathematics, statistics, and computer science, that uses scientific methods, processes, algorithms and systems to extract knowledge and insights from structured and unstructured data.
This course provides the necessary foundations in the disciplines of mathematics, statistics and computer science, and develops student knowledge and skills in some of the key tools and techniques relevant to data science. It also pays specific attention to ethical issues surrounding the manner in which data is gathered, stored and analysed/utilised. Data Science is a significant area of growth and potential employment in Australia and the Asia-Pacific region.
Delivery mode
Edith Cowan University offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
- 270 Joondalup Drive, Joondalup
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Academic Admission requirements (Band 6)
Academic admission requirements (Band 6) may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:
- Bachelor degree; or
- Equivalent prior learning including at least five years relevant professional experience.
English Language requirements (Band 4)
English competency requirements may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:
- IELTS Academic Overall band minimum score of 6.5 (no individual band less than 6.0);
- Bachelor degree from a country specified on the English Proficiency Bands page;
- Successfully completed 0.375 EFTSL of study at postgraduate level or higher at an Australian higher education provider (or equivalent);
- Where accepted, equivalent prior learning, including at least five years relevant professional experience; or
- Other tests, courses or programs defined on the English Proficiency Bands page.
Course fees
For more information about this course and payment options please enquire now.
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...
Data Architect
A Data Architect manages data collection and management for a business or organisation. You’ll design management systems for organising and storing...
Analytics Manager
An Analytics Manager oversees the collection and analysis of data to support business decisions. You might work in various industries, including fi...
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...
Machine Learning Engineer
A Machine Learning Engineer develops and implements machine learning models and algorithms to solve complex problems. You might work in technology...
About Edith Cowan University
ECU has more than 30,000 undergraduate and postgraduate students, including international students from 100 countries.
Our eight schools collectively deliver a diverse range of courses across arts and humanities, business and law, education, engineering, medical and health sciences, nursing and midwifery, science and the Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts.
Courses are offered on our three campuses – ECU Joondalup and ECU Mount Lawley in metropolitan Perth and ECU South West in Bunbury, 200km south of the capital city. ECU also offers a comprehensive suite of online study options.
