Program Overview

Graduate Certificate in Applied Data Science

The Graduate Certificate in Applied Data Science is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of big data analytics and its applications. This course is ideal for professionals who want to move into specialist data analytics roles.

Key Information

• Study Mode and Sessions: Online, with sessions starting in March and July.
• Duration: Minimum time - 0.5 year(s), Maximum time - 1 year(s).
• Entry Score: TBA.
• Indicative Fees:
  • International online: Full fee - $17,320.00, Per 8pt subject - $4,330.
• Course Points and Codes: Credit Points: 32, AQF: Level 8.

Why Study with Us?

• Be Job Ready: Designed to maximize industry relevance, with hands-on experience throughout the course.
• Gain Unique Skills: Build a solid foundation in big data analytics, with topics including data mining, data and knowledge engineering, Internet of Things, and scientific data analysis.
• Get Ahead of the Trend: Taught by leading academics, with cutting-edge information based on emerging industry trends.

Career Opportunities

The Graduate Certificate in Applied Data Science is custom-made for professionals who want to move into specialist data analytics roles. Career opportunities include:

• Data Analyst
• Data Scientist
• Big Data Architect
• Enterprise Data Architect

What You Will Study

• Essential Set (32 pts):
  • Core subject: Foundations of Big Data Analytics (8 credit points).
  • Restricted electives (24 credit points): Choose three subjects from a list of options, including Data Mining and Visualisation for Business Intelligence, Database Systems, Programming Principles, Internet of Things, Data and Knowledge Engineering, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, Advanced Statistical Modelling, Multivariate Statistical Analysis, Scientific Data Analysis, and Experimental Design and Analysis (PG).

Costs

• Calculate My Fee: The fee calculator is available to estimate the course fee based on the student type, commence year, study mode, location, and fee type.
• Course Fees:
  • International online: Full fee - $17,320.00, Per 8pt subject - $4,330.
  • Payment options: Pay all of your student contribution up front, pay part of your student contribution and defer the balance via a HECS-HELP loan, or defer all of your student contribution via a HECS-HELP loan.

Entry Requirements

• Selection Rank: TBA.
• Academic Entry Requirements: Bachelor degree from a recognised tertiary institution, or two years relevant work experience, or Graduate Certificate in a related area.
• Language Requirements: Standard English Language Proficiency (ELP) requirements apply.
• Inherent Requirements: Check the course profile for this course.

Credit and Pathways

• Credit: If you’ve completed relevant tertiary study or work experience related to your course, you could receive credit towards your degree.
• Pathways: We also have several admission pathways to help you take the step into your preferred course, even if you don't quite meet the entry requirements at first.

How to Apply

• Apply via UAC: Refer to key dates on the UAC website.
• Apply via VTAC: Refer to key dates on the VTAC website.
• Apply directly to Charles Sturt: Check out our direct application closing dates.
• Recruitment Agent: Have questions about Charles Sturt University or need help with the student visa application process? Find a recruitment agent.