Master of Data Science
    Duration2 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    AUD 39,237 / year(s)
    Next IntakeJuly 5, 2026
    Master of Data Science

    About

    Our Master of Data Science will equip you with high-level skills in the data science pipeline – from collection right through to analysis and evaluation. You’ll also learn the skills needed for strategic leadership roles in data science.

    Choose to specialise in artificial intelligence and develop in-depth knowledge of statistical, computational and machine learning techniques. A hands-on industry project in your final year allows you to apply your skills in a work environment. Collaborating with industry professionals, you’ll develop deep knowledge in real-world data science practices.

    You’ll emerge a sought-after data expert, ready to improve business models in a variety of sectors. Graduate ready to explore data trends and join the groundbreaking realm of big data.

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    To be eligible, an applicant must have achieved at least one of the following minimum entry requirements and demonstrate they fulfil any essential criteria for admission. In cases where there are more eligible applicants than available places, admission will be competitive with ranks based on the entry criteria.

    • A completed bachelor (AQF level 7) or bachelor honours (AQF level 8) degree or equivalent from a recognised higher education institution; OR
    • A completed nested or related graduate certificate (AQF level 8) or higher or equivalent from a recognised higher education institution.

    This degree requires a Grade Point Average (GPA) equivalent to an Adelaide University 4.5 on a 7-point scale for entry.

    English Requirements

    • PTEMin 58
    • IELTSMin 6.5
    • TOEFLMin 79

    English Program Requirements

    IELTS Overall 6.5 | IELTS Reading 6 | IELTS Listening 6 | IELTS Speaking 6 | IELTS Writing 6

    Career

    Career outcomes

    The field of data science has shown exponential growth in the last few decades. Fuelled by advancements in technology and an abundance of ‘data banks’, data science has emerged as a critical discipline for industries including finance, healthcare, marketing and cyber security.

    You’ll graduate ready to lead research and development initiatives in data science across both public and private sectors. Picture yourself a data expert in the world of sports analytics, predicting match dynamics and player performances to catapult teams to success. Or perhaps you’ll predict upcoming global trends using machine learning.

    Other careers to consider include:

    • Data engineer
    • Data scientist
    • Research scientist
    • Machine learning engineer
    • Statistician
    • Data modeller.

    Industry trends

    The data science field is undergoing rapid evolution and is poised for continued growth as businesses incorporate analytics into their company practices.

    According to the Analytics Institute of Australia, data science is one of the top five most in-demand and highest paying sectors in Australia. The global market for data scientists is also projected to grow tenfold by 2028.

    Accreditation

    This program is provisionally accredited at the level of Professional by the Australian Computer Society (ACS). Graduates are eligible for membership with the ACS and are recognised internationally through the Seoul Accord.

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee
    39,237 / year(s)
    Master of Data Science
    University of Adelaide
    University of Adelaide
    Australia

    Australia, Adelaide