Graduate Certificate in Data Science

No, a technical background is not essential. While technical skills and training are an advantage, our Data Science short course is designed to cater to a wider range of students with different backgrounds and experience. The certificate provides foundational skills across the entire data science lifecycle, including programming, data analysis, statistics and more, with structured approach and supportive resources to help you gain the necessary skills to succeed.

Yes. UC's online Graduate Certificate in Data Science also serves as a pathway to the Master of Data Science. After successfully completing your Graduate Certificate in Data Science, you'd only need to complete 11 specialised data science units to obtain your master's qualification, with credit applied for completed units.

Yes. Domestic students may be eligible to receive government funding through a Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP), reducing the course cost. The CSP amount is determined by the course you are undertaking and the industry you'll be working in after graduation. Additional fee assistance is available via the FEE-HELP program. Fees are indexed annually and subject to change.

Yes, it is possible. UC postgraduate courses are designed for working professionals to manage various responsibilities. While it is achievable to work full-time and study full-time, you'll need to be organised and ensure your workplace is flexible regarding exam periods. The Graduate Certificate in Data Science is offered in a fully online and self-paced study mode, giving students flexibility to manage work-life-study balance.

You will gain skills in statistics and data visualisation, data preparation and analysis, deciphering complex data sets and data lifecycles, and managing macro and micro data sets. You will also master tools such as Tableau, R and Python, and build versatile data science skills that are transferable across industries like finance, healthcare, technology and more.