Master of Data Science

Data has the potential to transform the way business, government, science and healthcare is carried out. Conventional manual techniques, however, aren't capable of handling the deluge of data that modern systems generate. Data science, which applies specialised computational and statistical techniques to analyse such 'big data', is considered one of the key skills of the 21st century and there is a skills shortage in this field. This interdisciplinary course will enhance your skills and give you a range of technical skills necessary to work in data science across a variety of industries.

Key Features

• You'll learn to apply technical skills in areas such as business and scientific applications, forensic investigation and research.
• You'll develop skills in data management on and off the cloud, machine learning, statistical modelling and a range of big data technologies that will set you apart from your competitors as you enter the workforce.
• This course is interdisciplinary across computer science, mathematics and statistics, ensuring you develop the skills to apply data science to real-world issues.
• You'll have the opportunity to choose electives in areas such as data security management and modern computational statistical methods to expand your knowledge of data science.

What You'll Study

Part of what makes Macquarie future focused is that we allow you the freedom to explore your interests across a range of areas, rather than lock you in to a single, narrow field. So follow your passions and tailor your course to your needs and interests.

Units

Units are what we call subjects. Most full-time students take four units – each worth a fixed number of credit points – per session.

Entry Requirements

Most postgraduate courses require a successfully completed Australian bachelor degree or equivalent from a recognised institution and may also require a specific grade point average (GPA). Our admissions team will determine whether your qualification meets the requirements.

Course Fees

International fee-paying
AUD $37,400
Indicative annual fee
Fee per credit point AUD $1,168.75