Bachelor of Data Science (Professional)

RMIT University

Australia, Melbourne

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RMIT University

Australia , Melbourne

Key Facts

Program Level

Bachelor

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Course Code

110804D

Application Fee

AUD 100

Campuses

Melbourne City

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesJuly-2025

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Duration 4 year(s)

Tuition Fee

AUD 40,320 / year

Next Intake July-2025

Bachelor of Data Science (Professional)

About

The Bachelor of Data Science (Professional) has been designed to provide you with the theoretical and practical skills to succeed in this rapidly growing industry.

This degree comprises three years of study followed by a one-year industry internship in the final year of study, organised with the assistance of the School of Computing Technologies. Your time spent learning in an industry context provides a unique opportunity to develop your professional and technical skills while creating and extending your professional network.

As a student of this RMIT data science degree, you'll build a mix of skills in data analytics, statistics and computer science that will enable you to be central to business decision-making, corporate strategy and government planning.

With an extensive range of career-focussed majors, minors and subjects to choose from, you will have the freedom to customise your degree to suit your study and career goals. Study options include machine learning, data wrangling, AI, gaming, blockchain and data security.

Why study data science at RMIT?

Internship opportunity

Undertake a one-year industry placement, gaining hands-on experience, developing in-demand skills and creating professional networks.

Flexible degree

Range of career-focussed subjects offered, providing you with the flexibility to design your own learning journey.

Make data-driven decisions

Develop your ability to analyse and manage large amounts of data from various sources and evaluate their insights and solutions.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

You must have successfully completed a qualification recognised by RMIT as equivalent to the Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) with a minimum average of 75% (see calculator below).

Equivalent qualifications may also include completion of the RMIT Foundation Studies program or a recognised post secondary diploma in the relevant discipline with the required grades.

Meeting the minimum academic requirements does not guarantee entry. Your application will still need to be assessed and accepted.

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English Program Requirements

To study this course you will need to complete one of the following English proficiency tests:

IELTS (Academic): minimum overall band of 6.5 (with no individual band below 6.0)
TOEFL (Internet Based Test - IBT): minimum overall score of 79 (with minimum of 13 in Reading, 12 in Listening, 18 in Speaking and 21 in Writing)
Pearson Test of English (Academic) (PTE (A)): minimum score of 58 (with no communication band less than 50)
Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): minimum of 176 with no less than 169 in any component.

For detailed information on English language requirements and other proficiency tests recognised by RMIT, visit English language requirements and equivalency information.

Don't meet the English language test scores? Complete an English for Academic Purposes (EAP) Advanced Plus at RMIT University Pathways (RMIT UP).

Career

We live in a data-driven world. This career-focussed degree will prepare you for jobs that are growing or yet to be defined.

Upon graduation from the Bachelor of Data Science (Professional), you will have the skills required to pursue a career as a data scientist in public and private organisations.

Depending on the majors, minors and subjects you choose, roles you may be suitable for include:

Data Scientist
Data Analyst
Data Architect
Data Engineer
Machine Learning Engineer
Social Media Analyst.

You may also choose to pursue further study with the Master of Data Science, Master of Analytics or Masters of Statistics and Operations Research for higher-level training in data science or related fields.

Fee Information

Tuition Fee

AUD 40,320

Application Fee

AUD 100

How to Apply

Step 1: Find a course

Step 2: Check the entry requirements

Step 3: Collect required documents

Step 4: Submit your application

If you are applying for on-campus study in a coursework program (Bachelor, Associate Degree or Honours), use the online application system for international students.

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