Online Graduate Certificate in Data Science

RMIT University

Australia, Melbourne

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RMIT University

Australia , Melbourne

Key Facts

Program Level

Graduate Certificate

Study Type

Part Time

Delivery

Online

Application Fee

AUD 100

Campuses

Online

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesJanuary-2026

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Duration 8 month(s)

Tuition Fee

AUD 17,760 / total

Next Intake January-2026

Online Graduate Certificate in Data Science

About

Designed for consultants, business, marketing, data, financial, product, and web analysts, and for those who seek to create their own unheard-of roles from the endless opportunities big data and technology presents.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Australian student visas

RMIT's online Graduate Certificate does not meet Australian student visa requirements. For an Australian student visa, you must have an on-campus place in a program of study.

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

RMIT’s Graduate Certificate in Data Science has been designed by industry experts to enhance your credibility amongst data scientists and with business leaders.

In addition to future-proofing your data science practices, you’ll develop the soft skills to lead and influence in this age of digital disruption.

Some positions to move into after studying this qualification include:

Head of Digital, Data and Technology
Data Science and Analytics Director
Chief Technical Officer
Chief Marketing Officer
Head of Customer Insights

Fee Information

Tuition Fee

AUD 17,760

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.

Remember, our team are experts in RMIT study options and how to apply, so contact the team if you need support with your application.