Master of Science [M.S] (Data Science)
STEM Course
2 years
Full Time
On Campus
Field of Study:
A$46,496/Yr
A$46,496 /Yr
- A masters in Data Science at the University of Melbourne is offered as a 2-year teaching program.
- This program is offered on both a part-time and full-time teaching basis.
- Students will enter the Master of Data Science with a background in computer science or statistics (or both), and the course will be tailored to build skills in the other discipline.
- Core subjects will give students a solid grounding in data science, so they will have the technological and analytical abilities that are vital for managing and interpreting large, complex collections of data.
- Beyond the core subjects, elective subjects give students the freedom to dive deeper into a specialist area of data science.
- Some of the courses that students go through in this program are:
- Statistical modeling
- Computational Statistics and Data Science
- Cluster and Cloud Computing
- Statistical Machine Learning
- Advanced Database Systems
- Master of data science is the No1 course in Australia for Computer Science and Statistics.
- Students can build their skills and work experience through academically accredited Internship subjects which run over 10–15 weeks
- For this course, the student-to-teacher ratio is 18:1, which helps increase interaction between professors and students.
- If students are coming from the Graduate Diploma in Data Science or a University of Melbourne Data Science undergraduate major (or equivalent), students may be eligible for an accelerated 1.5-year (150-point) program, receiving up to 50 points of credit.
- On graduating from the course students will have a sound knowledge of modern statistical methodology and computing that will equip students for a career in data science and enable their career to develop as data science evolves.
- The graduates from this program go on to work as data scientists and analysts, software engineers, data infrastructure engineers, business intelligence analysts, and statisticians. Employers in this field include:
- Consulting firms such as EY, KPMG, and Accenture
- Financial services companies including Citibank, ANZ, CBA, and NAB
- IT and telecommunication companies such as IBM, Microsoft, and Telstra
- Government departments and organizations, such as the Australian Bureau of Statistics
- Universities and public research institutions such as the CSIRO.etc, with an average salary of 47,250 USD.
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Important Dates
Event | Application Date |
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Application Deadline For 2024 Intake | |
Tuition Fees
Year | 1st Year Fees |
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Tuition Fees | A$46496 (AUD 46496) |
Other Expenses
Head | Avg Cost Per Year |
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Living Cost | A$24276 (AUD 24276) |
Total Cost | A$24276 (AUD 24276) |
Eligibility & Entry Requirement
Academic Eligibility:
To be considered for entry, the student must have completed:
- An undergraduate degree with a major in a relevant discipline (computer science, data science, or statistics) with a weighted average mark (WAM) of at least 65 percent, and
- 12.5 points (one subject) of university-level computer science (or equivalent) with content focused on computer programming, and
- Both the following subjects (or their equivalents):
- Calculus 2
- Linear Algebra.
- GPA Of 4 on a 4 scale.
Work Experience Eligibility:
- Students do not require any kind of work experience for this particular program.
- If students have any work experience then the chances of accepting the applications are more.
Others:
- If a student does not have a major in computer science and/or statistics, then he/she can explore the Graduate Diploma in Data Science as a starting point in this field.
- When the student completes the Graduate Diploma in Data Science with a weighted average mark of above 65 percent, he/she may be eligible to move into the Master of Data Science and receive up to 50 points of advanced standing.
Submission of GRE scores is not compulsory for this program, however, it is recommended to submit a minimum GRE-300 for better a chance of admission.
Along with the minimum eligibility requirements, international students hailing from non-English speaking countries need to prove English proficiency through IELTS/TOEFL/any equivalent test.
Scores Required
Required Document List
Following Documents are required to attend this program:
- Statement of Purpose: An essay or other written statement written by the student.
- Resume/CV: Outline of academic achievements and/or awards, publications, relevant work and/or volunteer experience.
- Academic Documents: Submit copies of official transcripts from post-secondary institutions attended.
- Sample of written work: Student has to write something interesting as their sample essay in the application form.
- Statement of Interest: Reasons or intentions for pursuing studies in this program, including a description of prior experience.
- Two confidential letters of recommendation: Referees (Teachers, guidance counselors, or Professors) should comment on academics and that references should submit along with the application system.
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Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids
Name | Scholarship Per Student | Level of Study | Type | |
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Melbourne Research Scholarship | Scholarship per studentA$ 67,744/Yr$67,744 | Level Of StudyDoctorate | TypeCollege-Specific | |
MSD International Scholarships 2020 | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyMaster | TypeCollege-Specific | |
Melbourne Graduate Research Scholarships | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyDoctorate | TypeCollege-Specific | |
Rotary Foundation Scholarships- Global Grants | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyMaster | TypeCompany-Sponsored | |
Heinrich Boll Scholarships | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeCompany-Sponsored | |
Gyandhan Scholarship | Scholarship per studentA$ 1,222/Yr$1,222 | Level Of StudyMaster | TypeMerit-Based |
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