Program Overview
The Business Data Science (MBusDataSc) at University of Otago is a Master programme in Computer Science & IT over 12 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 Business Data Science (MBusDataSc) programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across New Zealand and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- Tuition: EUR 26,400 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
- Location: Dunedin, New Zealand
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Business Data Science (MBusDataSc) 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
- INFO 424 - Adaptive Business Intelligence
- COSC 430 - Advanced Database Topics
- INFO 411 - Machine Learning and Data Mining
- MART 448 - Advanced Business Analytics
- INFO 420 - Statistical Techniques for Data Science
- INFO 408 - Management of large scale data
- BSNS 401 - The Environment of Business & Economics
- BSNS 501 - Applied Project
- BSNS 580 - Research Project (for students who may wish to progress to PhD study)
- COSC 430 - Lectures and lab-based tutorials
- INFO 408 - Mixture of in-class discussion and lab class work
- INFO 411 - Lectures and lab classes
- INFO 420 - Lectures and tutorials
- INFO 424 - Lectures and tutorials
- MART 448 - Lectures and lab classes
- BSNS 401 - Lectures and tutorials, seminars and group work
- BSNS 501 - Applied project requiring supervision and also group classes
- BSNS 580 - Research project requiring supervision and also group classes
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Applicants normally require a B+ average (at 300 level) in an appropriate undergraduate degree
- In considering an applicants undergraduate qualification, regard will be given to the course of study followed to gain that qualification, as well as the applicants performance
- Applicants with relevant practical experience may also be considered
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 26,400 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
Tuition fees: EUR 26,400 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Otago 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 Otago
University of Otago
Dunedin City, New Zealand
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University Profile- Language English
- Duration 12 months
