About the course

The Master of Data Science and Innovation (48cp) is a world-leading program of study in analytics and data science, specifically designed for professionals who have work experience in Data Analytics or IT but wish to enhance their career prospects in Data Science. Taking a transdisciplinary approach to learning, the course leverages students' rich industry experience, utilises a range of perspectives from diverse fields, and integrates them with hands-on training in innovative approaches and creative thinking towards data problems, equipping graduates with advanced and transferrable skills to leverage the latest data science approaches and best practices in tackling complex problems across a broad range of industries, sectors, and organisations. The course curriculum and subjects are co-designed and developed by UTS academic data experts and industry partners, and regularly reviewed and updated to keep up with the current market needs and latest data science trends. The course is delivered in a range of modes, including contemporary online and face-to-face learning experiences in UTS's leading-edge facilities.

　　Data Science is one of the most exciting areas to study and the career prospects are enormous, with a variety of career options – data scientist, data engineer, business analyst, data analyst, data manager, analytics consultant, data journalist, data-driven policy expert, and advertising and marketing specialist, to name a few. While other offerings also provide the basis for these careers, this unique transdisciplinary course is the first of its kind in Australia where creativity and innovation are integral components, producing industry-ready graduates with strong technical, creative thinking, and data ethics skills. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 1 Year(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Autumn (February), 2024	Ultimo
Spring (August), 2024	Ultimo
Autumn (February), 2025	Ultimo
Spring (August), 2025	Ultimo
Autumn (February), 2026	Ultimo
Spring (August), 2026	Ultimo

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of Technology Sydney

Applicants must have completed a UTS recognised bachelor's degree, or an equivalent or higher qualification, or submitted other evidence of general and professional qualifications that demonstrates potential to pursue graduate studies.

　　The academic qualification used to support the application for admission must:

　　have been completed with a GPA of at least 4.0 on a 7.00 GPA scale, and

　　be in a relevant discipline, such as information technology, mathematical sciences, physics and astronomy, engineering, accounting, business and management, banking, finance and related fields, or economics and econometrics.

　　If the applicant's academic qualification is not in the above listed disciplines, but they do have at least two-year full time, or part-time equivalent, work experience in data analytics, database management or programming related fields, they may be considered for admission. To support their application they must provide:

　　The English proficiency requirement for international students or local applicants with international qualifications is: Academic IELTS: 6.5 overall with a writing score of 6.0, or TOEFL: paper based: 550-583 overall with TWE of 4.5, internet based: 79-93 overall with a writing score of 21, or AE5: Pass

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 79.0

　　

Application deadline:

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Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at University of Technology Sydney. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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