Master of Data Science (ITM001.1)
Master of Data Science (ITM001.1)
Master your big-picture thinking and connect your digital understanding with data analysis, interpretation and management of complex data sets on a micro and macro level. Large-scale data analysis and modelling underpin a vast range of industries, including healthcare, sports, business, scientific discovery, and government policy. With a Master of Data…
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
Master your big-picture thinking and connect your digital understanding with data analysis, interpretation and management of complex data sets on a micro and macro level.
Large-scale data analysis and modelling underpin a vast range of industries, including healthcare, sports, business, scientific discovery, and government policy. With a Master of Data Science, you’ll cement your place in one of the world’s most in-demand professions and gain the skills to become a leader within the field through a unique combination of interdisciplinary coursework, research methodology, and comprehensive industry-based training.
Become a specialist within the field with the option to specialise in Sports Analytics, Business Intelligence, Artificial Intelligence & Computational Modelling.
Study a Master of Data Science at UC and you will:
Master your knowledge and skill to read and interpret Big Data
Become proficient in using state-of-the-art industry tools
Critically analyse databases and offer innovative solutions
Expand your practice by 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 a key component of the Master of Data Science course delivery as it offers students the opportunity to apply their learnings into industry-based practice (both real and/or in-situ) and build their professional networks.
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
Career opportunities
Due to the exponential rise of digital data produced daily around the world, graduates of the UC Master of Data Science course can expect to find themselves in high demand in any one of the following positions.
Data scientist
Data engineer
Data analyst
Business analyst
Statistician
Software developer
Data warehouse operator and manager
Computer network analyst
Consultant
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
Dynamic and vibrant, the University of Canberra (UC) is based in Canberra, the Australian capital. UC is a university for the professions, dedicated to providing immersive student experiences focused on employability outcomes. It is number one in the ACT for graduate employment and salaries for three years in a row (Good Universities Guide 2019-21), in the top one per cent of universities worldwide (The Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2021) and one of the fastest rising in the world (QS 2021). Its location and its regional connections shape the university’s purpose.
