Master of Data Science

Course notes

Important course notes

• Work Experience option

  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

1. Reflect critically on a complex body of data science knowledge, research principles and methods to demonstrate mastery of professional practice.
2. Apply advanced cognitive and technical skills to analyse complex concepts in authentic data science scenarios.
3. Apply communication and collaboration skills in designing solutions to data sciences problems.
4. Use high level self-management skills to initiate, plan and execute a substantial data science focused project.

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