An understanding of data science is particularly important for policy makers in environmental science, as global and national data-sets providing measurements on a range of environmental issues become available. In this double degree you'll acquire knowledge in your chosen environmental science major combined with data gathering, analysis, modelling, interpretation and visualisation skills obtained through your data science studies.In your final year you will complete a capstone experience where you have the option to engage with university research, undertake an extended fieldwork program in your major, or complete an industry placement.
Environmental Science / Data Science
Environmental Science / Data Science
About
This course provides a foundation of Information Technology and Information System skills for entrants with limited IT experience. It also provides opportunities for experienced Information Technology and Systems professionals to enhance and apply their skills within emerging technology driven growth areas.
You will learn how to apply Information Systems and Technologies in meeting current business needs in a real-world environment by integrating theoretical learnings with the practical application and experiences learnt through working on projects with real clients.
You will graduate with relevant practical experiences to help you hit the ground running into a successful and exciting career in your chosen field.
MITS also provides an optional opportunity for high achieving students to qualify to participate in a research project, offering valuable experience for your future career, or potentially being the first step on your path to a PhD.
Requirements
Entry Requirements
Previous research qualification or equivalent
English language requirements
Band 2
If your native language is not English, you must meet the minimum English language requirements for this course.
English Program Requirements
International students must attain an IELTS Academic with an average level of 7.5 or more, across the four components of listening, speaking, reading and writing; no score below level 7.0 in any of these components; and a score of 8.0 or more in the components of speaking and listening. Internationally schooled applicants may also be required to meet this requirement.
English competency requirements may also be satisfied through completion of one of the following:
- Bachelor degree or master degree from Australia, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, the UK or the USA, or
- Undergraduate degree taught in English from a South African University.
Career
With combined qualifications in environmental science and data science, you could find employment opportunities in research, government, non/government agencies and consultancies developing data driven solutions for a range of environmental issues depending on your major.
Fee Information
+estimated annual tuition fee for a full-time study load
Plus Student Services and Amenities fee
Scholarships and financial aid available if eligible
Tuition Fee
AUD 39,000How to Apply
STEP 1: Choose and research your course
STEP 2: Prepare your documents
STEP 3: Lodge your application
STEP 4: Accept your offer
Environmental Science / Data Science
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