Data Science

Overview

If you are a graduate with a previous degree in information technology or computer science but are looking to upgrade and extend your knowledge and skills in this dramatically changing area, the Flinders Master of Data Science provides the perfect opportunity.

Continuing advances in technology and the growing complexity of big data is leading us towards a world where an incredible amount of information is at our fingertips. It’s also creating a need for specialists who can make sense of, and find new insights from all that information to create innovative solutions.

Flinders Master of Data Science will give you the skills to analyse complex data, form powerful insights and communicate new ideas to help solve the myriad challenges faced by government and industry in the 21^st century.

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Courses

Graduate Diploma in Data Science

Duration: 1 year

Delivery mode:
In person

Location:
Tonsley
Festival Plaza CBD*

Availability:
Full-time
Part-time

Start dates:
March
July

SATAC code: 2GD122

Annual indicative fees (2023):
$37,200 (Full fee paying)

Further information on fees listed

Master of Data Science

Duration: 2 years

Delivery mode:
In person

Location:
Tonsley
Festival Plaza CBD*

Availability:
Full-time
Part-time

Start dates:
March
July

SATAC code: 2CM603

Annual indicative fees (2023):
$37,200 (Full fee paying)

Further information on fees listed

*Available at Flinders' Adelaide City Campus at Festival Plaza from 2024.

Flinders Master of Data Science is taught by skilled professionals with a deep understanding of the important role that data science plays in harnessing the power of big data. Your lecturers and supervisors are practising data scientists who understand the current and future needs of industry and have the practical skills and industry networks to ensure that you graduate more than ready for the next step in your career path.

Your career

Take charge of your future and position yourself as a specialist fully prepared to meet the challenges of a rapidly changing world. Flinders Master of Data Science is a globally relevant, industry-linked degree that will give you the skills to pursue a high-level career in a wide range of industry sectors.

Potential occupations include:

data scientist
data modeller
data analyst
data engineer
machine learning/deep learning specialist
marketing analyst.

Potential employers include:

telecommunications organisations
aerospace and defence
government
higher education institutions
private organisations
start-ups.

Professional accreditation/recognition:

All our Bachelor of Information Technology and Bachelor of Computer Science degrees are accredited by the Australian Computer Society at the professional level. Professional ICT courses accredited by the Australian Computer Society are recognised internationally under the Seoul Accord. Graduates meet the academic requirements for attaining chartered status as ICT professionals.

What you will study

Flinders postgraduate Data Science program has been designed in close consultation with industry. You’ll develop in-demand skills to help solve the challenges of today and tomorrow. You’ll also learn soft skills that will help you navigate the world by working with multiple disciplines and cultures. You’ll hone your leadership and problem-solving skills, and develop interpersonal skills that will put you ahead of the competition.

Practical experience

The Master of Data Science involves significant project work, notably a major individual project that may tackle an industry-relevant problem or a research question.

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Graduate Diploma in Data Science

Master of Data Science

Entry requirements

Graduate Diploma

Applicants must normally hold a bachelor degree or equivalent qualification in science, medical science, information technology, mathematics, statistics or a closely related discipline.

Masters

Applicants must normally hold a bachelor degree or equivalent qualification in science, medical science, information technology, mathematics, statistics or a closely related discipline or hold the Graduate Diploma in Data Science.

How to apply

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Entry requirements

Applicants must normally hold a bachelor degree or equivalent qualification in computer science, information technology, ICT-based mathematics, statistics or a closely related discipline or hold the Graduate Diploma in Data Science.

Knowledge of at least second year undergraduate level study in computer science and high school mathematics is assumed.

English language requirements