Bachelor of Science with a Major in Statistical Data Science

    Bachelor of Science with a Major in Statistical Data Science

    Duration3 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    AUD 32,221 / Year
    Next IntakeJuly 27, 2026

    Bachelor of Science with a Major in Statistical Data Science

    About

    In our increasingly data-driven society, the demand for professionals who can extract insights from data is skyrocketing. While the finance industry has always relied heavily on data-driven decision-making, many other areas are experiencing a data transformation, including healthcare, marketing, sport, cybersecurity, urban planning, genomics and precision medicine, environmental sustainability and public policy.

    The Statistical Data Science major will provide you with a versatile skill set that combines statistical thinking and computational techniques. Designed in consultation with Endeavour Energy, Johnson & Johnson, Macquarie Group and Seek, the major presents you with a diverse range of learning opportunities, where theoretical knowledge seamlessly merges with practical applications, hands-on experiences and exposure to real-world challenges. The field provides enormous career flexibility, making it a future-proof choice in our data-centric world.

    Career

    Career outcomes

    Professions

    • Biostatistician
    • Business or venture analyst
    • Computer systems analyst
    • Corporate finance analyst
    • Data analyst
    • Data visualisation analyst
    • Financial adviser or analyst
    • Insurance analyst
    • Market analyst
    • Operations analyst
    • Quality analyst
    • Quantitative analyst
    • Risk analyst
    • Statistical modeller
    • Statistician

    Employers

    • Australian Bureau of Statistics
    • Banks and financial institutions
    • Business analysis firms
    • Consulting firms
    • Government agencies and departments
    • Healthcare agencies
    • Hospitals
    • Insurance firms
    • Market research firms
    • Medical companies
    • Pharmaceutical companies
    • Research institutes
    • Sport and recreation organisations
    • Statistical analysis companies
    • Technology and software development companies

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    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee
    32,221 / year

    Bachelor of Science with a Major in Statistical Data Science

    Macquarie University

    Macquarie University

    Australia

    Australia, Sydney