Program Overview
The Data Science at University of South Australia is a Master programme in Computer Science & IT over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of computer science & it. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Data Science programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Australia and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: AUD 29,990 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; AUD 29,990 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Adelaide, Australia
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Data Science programme are prepared for diverse careers in computer science & it:
- Software Engineer / Developer
- Data Scientist
- Machine Learning Engineer
- IT Project Manager
- Cybersecurity Analyst
- Cloud Solutions Architect
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Statistics for Data Science
- Probabilities and Data
- Relational Databases and Warehouses
- Business Intelligence and Analytics
- Predictive Analytics
- Unsupervised Methods in Analytics
- Data Science Professional Development
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Applicants to the Master of Data Science will normally have:
- A Bachelor degree in Information Technology;\xc2\xa0OR
- A Bachelor degree in Mathematics; OR
- Graduate Certificate in Data Science; OR
- Graduate Diploma in Data Science.
Applicants\xc2\xa0with\xc2\xa0a Bachelor degree in other fields are also invited to apply.\xc2\xa0
English language entry requirements
In addition, international students who speak English as a foreign language must have obtained one of the following standards within the last two years prior to admission. Possession of one or more of these qualifications, in addition to the academic entry requirements, does not, in itself, guarantee a place at the University of South Australia. Applications are considered on an individual basis and selection is competitive. Where previous study/work experience was conducted in English, the application must be accompanied by certified documentation from the educational institution/employer certifying that the language of instruction/ employment was English.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
AUD 29,990 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; AUD 29,990 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: AUD 29,990 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; AUD 29,990 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of South Australia directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of South Australia
University of South Australia
Adelaide, Australia
The University of South Australia (UniSA) was a public research university based in Adelaide, South Australia. Established in 1991, it was the successor of the former South Australian Institute of...
University Profile- Start Date 2018-02-01
- Language English
- Duration 24 months