Master of Data Science

at University of Canberra

Learn how to read, interpret and manage the world’s information

If you consider yourself a big picture thinker, then the UC Master of Data Science is the course for you, as not only will it introduce you to a whole new world of data interpretation, it will also teach you the skills to recognise, interpret and ultimately manage trends at both a micro and global scale.

Data analysis and modelling underpins all aspects of social and community development and thanks to the internet and smart phones there has been a dramatic growth in the scale and complexity of data that can be collected and analysed across industries including health care, sports, business practices, scientific discoveries and government policy.

To help process and navigate this vast and ever-growing mass of data, the industry desperately needs trained specialists who can understand and interpret vast amounts of data (big data), while providing effective and ethical ways to protect the privacy of that information.

Using a unique combination of interdisciplinary coursework, a strong background in research methodology and comprehensive training via industry-based projects (work-integrated learning), this course will uniquely position graduates of this course to become leaders in this field in either industry, the government sector or academia.

This course offers the chance to specialise in Sports Analytics, Business Intelligence, Artificial Intelligence & Computational modeling.

Study a Master of Data Science at UC and you will:

• Learn the knowledge and skills to read and interpret Big Data

• Become proficient using state-of-the-art industry tools

• Learn how to critically analyse databases and offer innovative solutions

• Gain practical skills working on real world issues

• Learn and apply professional ethics, teamwork, critical analysis, communication and management skills.

• Build strong industry networks

• Earn an industry recognised and respected qualification

• Be in demand

Work Integrated Learning (WIL)

WIL is an integral component of the Master of Data Science course as it offers students the opportunity to gain valuable hands-on experience and build professional relationships through real work or work-like placements.

To ensure our students have access to the right people and places, UC works hard to foster close industry connections and regularly engages with industry partners who possess both the skills and experience to provide specialised knowledge and training opportunities.

All course content is reviewed annually by our Course Advisory Group which is made up of a panel of highly qualified and respected industry experts.