Applied Data Science

In this data-dominated era, everything and everyone produces a digital paper trail. If businesses want to gain an edge, they need to be able to tap into those large, elusive data sets to make better decisions about how products are built, markets are found, clients and employees are supported, and sales are generated. Hence the need for data scientists. – Forbes

Dr Simon Clarke

Course Director
School of Mathematics

The world is changing for the better in a wide range of areas, with progress being made thanks to the research, analysis and intelligence derived from understanding large and complex datasets. Our Bachelor of Applied Data Science addresses the difficulties that science, business, health, the environment, and society face when dealing with massive amounts of data.

"It's no secret that data science is one of the top topics in technology, yet experienced professionals who understand the intricacies and language of large data are in short supply."

"Our course is unique and not just another IT course," said Course Director, Dr Simon Clarke.

"Our students work in groups and on individual projects, where they bring together key skills in information technology and mathematics and apply these to real life projects," he said.

"Through selected streams, our students can develop their passion for the physical sciences, sociological or anthropological studies, business or engineering."

When you graduate with a Bachelor of Applied Data Science from Monash University, you will receive an education that is recognised all over the world as well as the skills necessary to make a meaningful impact in the field of data science.

Mardi Gillespie-Dawson

Applied Data Science Graduate, 2022

"The interdisciplinary nature of this course attracted a diverse cohort from business to healthcare. I transferred to this course in my second year with no prior coding experience, and I'm graduating with employable skills, lifelong friends and confidence to begin creating meaningful impact within my chosen field of work."

Upon successful completion of the degree, possible careers for graduates could include:

• Business intelligence analyst
• Data architect
• Data mining engineer
• Data scientist
• Quantitative analyst

These careers can be in range of industries, including: Digital humanities, Energy, Natural resources and utilities, Cybersecurity, Urban planning and transport, Biotechnology and pharmaceuticals, Marketing, Engineering and robotics, Sport, Banking, Finance and insurance.