Master of Data Science
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Course overview
Choose student typeEntry requirements
ECU admission and English language requirements apply.
See Course Entry for further information.
Course code
I97
Admissions
Fees
Domestic fee paying - estimated 1st year indicative fee AUD $25,650
See Fees and Scholarships for further information.
Availability & Campus
Semester 1 | Semester 2 | |
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Joondalup | FT PT | FT PT |
Mount Lawley | ||
South West | ||
Online | FT PT | FT PT |
Entry requirements
ECU admission and English language requirements apply.
See Course Entry for further information.
Course code
I97
CRICOS code
103286b
Fees
International students - estimated 1st year indicative fee AUD $33,100
See Fees and Scholarships for further information.
Availability & Campus
Semester 1 | Semester 2 | |
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Joondalup | FT | FT |
Mount Lawley | ||
South West | ||
Online | FT PT | FT PT |
Course Entry
Admission requirements you'll need to meet for this course.
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Academic admission requirements (Band 6) may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:
- Bachelor degree; or
- Equivalent prior learning including at least five years relevant professional experience.
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English competency requirements may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:
- IELTS Academic Overall band minimum score of 6.5 (no individual band less than 6.0);
- Bachelor degree from a country specified on the English Proficiency Bands page;
- Successfully completed 0.375 EFTSL of study at postgraduate level or higher at an Australian higher education provider (or equivalent);
- Where accepted, equivalent prior learning, including at least five years relevant professional experience; or
- Other tests, courses or programs defined on the English Proficiency Bands page.
Course Details
Choose student typeSemester availability
Semester 1: Study full-time at Joondalup or Online
Semester 1: Study part-time at Joondalup or Online
Semester 2: Study full-time at Joondalup or Online
Semester 2: Study part-time at Joondalup or Online
Semester availability
Semester 1: Study full-time at Joondalup or Online
Semester 1: Study part-time Online
Semester 2: Study full-time at Joondalup or Online
Semester 2: Study part-time Online
Course Structure
Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
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CSI6208 | Programming Principles | 20 |
MAT5212 | Biostatistics | 20 |
MAT6105 | Mathematical Fundamentals | 20 |
Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
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Students who commence the course midyear will complete their second and third semesters in reverse order. | ||
MAT6104 | Applied Multivariate Statistics | 20 |
SCI6120 | Science Communication and Ethics | 20 |
CSI6209 | Artificial Intelligence | 20 |
Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
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MAT6206 | Data Analysis and Visualisation | 20 |
CSI6207 | Systems Analysis and Database Design | 20 |
MAT6100 | Time Series Forecasting | 20 |
Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
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Research or Industry Focused Capstone Project - Default Option | ||
CSI6224 ^ | Applied Project | 60 |
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Work Integrated Learning – For Approved Placements
Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
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CSI6223 ^ | Work Experience Project | 60 |
^ Core Option
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For more detailed unit information for this course take a look at our Handbook. To organise your life for next semester visit the Semester timetable.
Student handbookCourse notes
Important course notes
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The final semester of the course is entirely centered on an industry relevant project or a work integreated learning (WIL) experience. By default students will be required to undertake CSI6224 Applied Project which is a 60 credit point, whole of semester capstone learning experience. Students will form into discipline related groups to scope, implement and then deliver a substantive industry relevant project that demonstrates the key aspects of their course learning outcomes. Students will work closely with academic and industry project supervisors to manage their time, project scope, quality assurance and communication between all relevant parties.
Student will also have the option of a full-time semester of WIL through the unit CSI6223 Work Experience Project in their final semester of study. Students undertaking a 12 week full-time work placement will demonstrate discipline knowledge, communication and collaboration skills in addition to a proven professional work ethic whilst undertaking projects in an industry setting. The unit is designed to create an authentic learning experience in an industry setting where students can demonstrate the discipline knowledge and skills acquired throughout their degree. The underpinning learning process is that of independent learning in which aspects of the work experience are reflected upon with a view to altering future behaviour, including academic and professional capabilities. Students will undertake, and be assessed on, authentic activities through engagement with industry and community partners. Students must apply for WIL at the commencement of their second year of stufy and will only be considered for WIL if they have achieved a course WAM of at least 65% at the time of application.
The School of Science has two WIL-officers who are responsible for establishing and maintaining relationships with prospective hosts and assisting eligible students in finding placements and preparing for them.Attendance requirements
Students enrolled in the WIL unit CSI6223 will be expected to attend a workplace on a full-time basis for the entire teaching semester.
Course Learning Outcomes
- Reflect critically on a complex body of data science knowledge, research principles and methods to demonstrate mastery of professional practice.
- Apply advanced cognitive and technical skills to analyse complex concepts in authentic data science scenarios.
- Apply communication and collaboration skills in designing solutions to data sciences problems.
- Use high level self-management skills to initiate, plan and execute a substantial data science focused project.
Need some help deciding what to study?
Our future student events include a mix of on-campus and online sessions designed to help you decide what to study at ECU.
Fees and Scholarships
Choose student typeAUD $25,650 *
* Domestic fee paying - estimated 1st year indicative fee
The 'Estimated 1st year indicative fee' is provided as a guide only, based on a typical enrolment of students undertaking the first year of this course. At ECU, you pay for the individual units you enrol in, not an overall course fee, so the total cost of your course will vary, depending on what units you choose. An indicative fee will be provided with your course offer, however you can use our Course Fee Calculator to estimate the actual amount you'll need to pay. ECU fees are adjusted annually.
AUD $33,100 *
* International students - estimated 1st year indicative fee
The 'estimated 1st year indicative fee' is provided as a guide only, and has been calculated based on a typical enrolment of students undertaking the first year of this course. At ECU, you pay for each individual unit you enrol in, not an overall course fee, so the total cost of your course will vary, depending on what units you choose. An indicative fee will be provided with your course offer, however you can use our Course Fee Calculator to estimate the actual amount you'll need to pay. ECU fees are adjusted annually.
Scholarships
ECU has a scholarship program that provides many opportunities each year to students undertaking studies here.
Find a scholarshipCareer Opportunities
This course provides students with the opportunity to engage in a semester-long work-orientated project or a work-integrated experience. This provides an excellent springboard for employment following this degree. Career pathways available to data science graduates include data scientist, data analyst, machine learning scientist, statistician, informatician, computational scientist. Graduates of this course will also have the option to pursue further study at the PhD level.
Possible future job titles
Data Scientist, Data Analyst, Informatician, Computational Scientist
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