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Master of Data Science
Deakin University, Melbourne/Geelong, VIC, Australia
About this program
Deakin University's Master of Data Science is a 16-credit-point degree, normally two years full-time at four credit points per trimester across two trimesters a year, structured in four parts: foundation information technology, fundamental data analytics, mastery data science, and a data science capstone. The course covers statistical methods, machine learning, data wrangling and the communication of insights to decision-makers. Recognition of prior learning can shorten the course for students with relevant study or work experience. The degree is accredited at professional level by the Australian Computer Society and recognised internationally through the Seoul Accord. Graduates work as data analysts and data scientists, analytics programmers, analytics managers and consultants, business analysts, and market research analysts across many industries. Indicative international tuition is around A$45,100 per year.
Fees & duration
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Course structure
- The Master of Data Science is structured in four parts and you must pass 16 credit points. Part A Foundation Information Technology Studies: Object-Oriented Development
- Database Fundamentals
- Software Requirements Analysis and Modelling
- Web Technologies and Development Part B Fundamental Data Analytics Studies: Real World Analytics
- Data Wrangling
- Mathematics for Artificial Intelligence
- Machine Learning Part C Mastery Data Science Studies: Statistical Data Analysis
- Modern Data Science
- Bayesian Learning and Graphical Models
- Deep Learning Part D Capstone: Professional Practice in Information Technology
- Team Project (A) (capstone)
- Team Project (B) (capstone)
- plus 1 elective
Career & PR pathway
Occupations this degree typically leads to, and their skilled-migration list status
Data ScientistANZSCO 224115
A newer ANZSCO code (added 2022) that sits on CSOL only, supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186. Not on MLTSSL or STSOL, so it does not currently open the points-tested 189, 190, or 491, and no state nominates this exact code.
Assessed by Australian Computer Society (ACS)
List membership changes over time and does not guarantee an invitation. See the skilled occupation lists guide and the points calculator before relying on this for a visa decision.
Admissions
Entry and credit load depend on prior study: with a related graduate certificate/diploma or bachelor honours, or a related bachelor's degree plus two years' relevant work experience, 8 credit points of recognition of prior learning apply; with any bachelor's degree plus two years' relevant work experience, or a related bachelor's degree, 4 credit points apply
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