Federation University

Master of Data Science

Nationally Recognised Higher Education

The Master of Data Science postgraduate degree has been designed to meet the AQF level 9 requirements, consists of 14 courses, is taught in English and normally takes 2 years of full-time study or part-time equivalent. Students are admitted based on having completed a previous bachelors level qualification at AQF 7 or equivalent. The program structure includes 11 core courses and three elective courses. Students are required to complete two 30 credit point project courses (60 credit point project in total) which the student can use to undertake either an applied industry based project, or complete a research oriented thesis.The Master of Data Science program will equip graduate with a comprehensive suite of tools they need to manage, manipulate, analyse and visualise data coming from various sources such as science, business and society, putting students in high demand for careers across a range of industries.

Delivery mode

Federation University offers this course through the following delivery modes:

Blended

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

Locations
  • Mount Helen, Ballarat

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.

Academic entry requirements

Applicants will have completed an undergraduate degree at AQF level 7 in an area of science, mathematics, statistics, engineering, information technology or business.

Students will be required to demonstrate they have previously studied introductory mathematics and at least one information technology course in their undergraduate degree. If they cannot, they must select an approved elective course in their first semester of study to meet prerequisite requirements.

English language requirement

International students must have completed IELTS English language assessment with an overall band score of 6.0, with no band less than 6.0 or equivalent.

Plus the equivalent academic admission requirements described for domestic students

Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

Estimated Fee* $17,896 $56,480 Fees are based on full-time study.

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Study mode Blended
Duration 24 Months
Estimated fee* $17,896 $56,480

Career opportunities

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

About Federation University

At Federation University, the desire to transform lives and enhance communities informs everything we do. From research that improves people’s lives right around the world, to supporting our students to succeed at their studies and in life – we make a difference.

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