208 weeks
Full-time or part-time
Semester 1 intake: Beginning March 2027 (Applications open August 2026) | Midyear (Semester 2) intake: Beginning August 2027 (Applications open April 2027)
Course Overview
About This Course
The double degree requires 320 credit points: 240 credit points from the Bachelor of Computer Science, made up of 170 credit points of computer science specified units, a 10 credit point community engagement unit, 20 credit points of Core Curriculum units and 40 credit points of elective units, plus 80 credit points of specified data science units from the Master of Data Science. Students must complete 200 credit points of the bachelor degree and achieve a minimum GPA of 5.0 to commence study in the master degree.
The community engagement unit engages students with communities experiencing disadvantage or marginalisation, for example by working with social enterprises or a not-for-profit organisation, and allows students to explore their ethics and empathy and apply digital literacies, communication skills, technical skills and judgement. A student who has successfully completed the Bachelor of Computer Science requirements may exit with that qualification. The course is offered at ACU's North Sydney campus over four years full-time.
Where You Can Study
Available Locations
Melbourne
1200 Mair St, Ballarat, VIC 3350
Student Information
Fees & Entry by Student Type
Tuition Fee
AUD $10,672
Duration
4 years full-time or equivalent part-time
Intakes
Semester 1 intake: Beginning March 2027 (Applications open August 2026) | Midyear (Semester 2) intake: Beginning August 2027 (Applications open April 2027)
Study Mode
Full-time or part-time
Eligibility
Entry Requirements
Domestic students
- Applicants must comply with the Admission to Coursework Programs Policy, which includes meeting a minimum ATAR requirement.
- To be eligible for admission to the course, an applicant must have completed the following prerequisites at year 12 level, or equivalent:
- New South Wales: Assumed knowledge: English (Standard) (Band 2) or English as an Additional Language or Dialect (EALD) (Band 3); assumed knowledge: Mathematics Advanced.
- Indicative ATAR: 70.00 (North Sydney)
- Applicants with higher education study must still meet the minimum entry requirements and subject prerequisites. Applicants who have completed at least two units of AQF-recognised study at bachelor level or above are assigned a new selection rank reflecting their study level, duration and grade point average, and prior study or relevant work experience may attract credit or recognition of prior learning.
Disclaimer: The course entry requirements above are for 2027 Admission. Refer to your relevant Tertiary Admission Centre website for future years' entry requirements.
International students
- International applicants must comply with the Admission to Coursework Programs Policy, which includes meeting a minimum ATAR requirement, and must meet the same year 12 prerequisites as domestic applicants, or their equivalent.
- International applicants must also meet the English Language Proficiency requirements as defined in the Admission to Coursework Programs Policy.
Disclaimer: The course entry requirements above are for 2027 Admission. Refer to your relevant Tertiary Admission Centre website for future years' entry requirements.
Career & Study Pathways
Where this takes you
• Artificial intelligence and machine learning engineer
• Cloud solutions architect
• Cybersecurity and digital trust specialist
• Data scientist/data analyst
• Digital ethics or tech policy advisor
• Digital product manager
• Game or simulation developer
• IT strategy and innovation consultant
• Software and application developer
• Systems and network infrastructure architect
• Tech-for-good/social impact technologist
• User experience (UX) designer
Quality & Recognition
Accreditation & Migration
Academic Regulator
TEQSA
Professional Body
Australian Computer Society (ACS)
Accreditation Status
AccreditedSkills Assessor
ACS
Course Content
Units of Competency
Computing and Society: Foundations of Ethical Innovation
Data Structures and Algorithms
Professional Practice and Ethics in Emerging Technologies
Operating Systems
Computer Networks
Cloud Computing
Python Fundamentals For Data Science
Data and Information Management
Introduction to Data Science and Machine Learning
Introduction to Cyber Security
Programming Concepts
Network Security and Applications
Information Technology Project Part A (Project Management)
Information Technology Project Part B (Software Engineering)
Differential and Integral Calculus
Introduction to Logic and Algebra
Business Data Analysis
Community Engagement for Computing Science Professionals
Being Human
Ethics and the Good Life
Making Sense: Practical Reasoning for Life and Career
Revolutionary Values: Christianity in History
People Matter: Catholic Social Thought
Life and Meaning: Imagining Ourselves through Art and Cinema
The Origins of the Sciences and Contemporary Challenges
Justice in the World: Catholic Social Ethics in Global Perspective
Sacred Land: Australian Indigenous Spiritualities and Catholic Thought
Ecology and Justice
Conflict, Violence and Peace-making
Financial Literacy
Managing People and Organisations
Introduction to Business Law: Legal Frameworks for Businesses
Fundamentals of Information Technology
Cybersecurity Policy, Governance and Ethics
Advanced Programming Concepts
Work Integrated Learning
Essentials of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
Data Wrangling and Machine Learning Fundamentals
Statistical Data Modelling
Predictive Analytics
Data Science Project A Research Essentials
Data Science Project B - Implementation
Data Analytics and Visualisation
Deep Learning and Emerging topics in Artificial Intelligence
Data Mining Techniques and Applications
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the total estimated cost of the Bachelor of Computer Science/Master of Data Science at ACU?
The estimated total tuition cost for international students is AU$159,136, based on ACU's indicative first-year fee of AU$39,784 across the four years of the course, with no additional non-tuition fees listed.
How long does the Bachelor of Computer Science/Master of Data Science take to complete?
The course has a duration of 208 weeks, which is approximately four years of study.
Where is the Bachelor of Computer Science/Master of Data Science offered?
This course is offered at the Australian Catholic University North Sydney Campus, a location owned and operated by the provider in New South Wales.
Is this course eligible for extended Post-Study Work Rights?
To be eligible for extended Post-Study Work Rights, a course must meet several criteria including being a Skills Level 1 qualification, having a duration of 92 weeks or greater, and having a narrow Field of Education that aligns with the Skills Level 1 priority list. This course is a Masters Degree (Coursework) with a duration of 208 weeks in Computer Science (Field 0201), so it may qualify, but eligibility is reviewed yearly and requires at least one active enrolment at the time of review. Contact ESOS-PolicyTeam@education.gov.au for more information.
What fields of education does this dual qualification cover?
Both qualifications in this dual degree fall under the same field of education: Broad Field 02 - Information Technology, Narrow Field 0201 - Computer Science, Detailed Field 020199 - Computer Science, n.e.c.
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