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2 Years
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16 February 2026 (Semester 1) | 10 August 2026 (Semester 2) | 15 February 2027 (Semester 1) | 09 August 2027 (Semester 2)
Course Overview
Where You Can Study
Bruce, Canberra
Australian National University, 110 Ellery Cresent - Baldessin Precinct Building, Acton, ACT 2601
Eligibility
Career & Study Pathways
Quality & Recognition
Academic Regulator
TEQSA
Professional Body
Australian Computer Society (ACS)
Accreditation Status
AccreditedSkills Assessor
ACS
Course Content
Introduction to Statistics G
Level G, 3 credit points
Regression Modelling G
Level G, 3 credit points
Systems Project and Quality Management G
Level G, 3 credit points
Pattern Recognition and Machine Learning PG
Level P, 3 credit points
Introduction to Data Science G
Level G, 3 credit points
Exploratory Data Analysis and Visualisation G
Level G, 3 credit points
Data Capture and Preparations G
Level G, 3 credit points
Programming for Data Science G
Level G, 3 credit points
Technology Capstone Research Project PG
Level P, 6 credit points
AR/VR for Data Analysis and Communication PG
Level P, 3 credit points
ICT and Engineering Research Methodology PG
Level P, 3 credit points
Econometrics G
Level G, 3 credit points — Business Intelligence specialisation / No Specialisation
Business Intelligence Systems PG
Level P, 3 credit points — Business Intelligence specialisation / No Specialisation
Database Systems PG
Level P, 3 credit points — Business Intelligence specialisation / No Specialisation
Data Analytics and Business Intelligence PG
Level P, 3 credit points — Business Intelligence specialisation / No Specialisation
Artificial Intelligence Techniques PG
Level P, 3 credit points — AI & Computational Modelling specialisation / No Specialisation
Soft Computing PG
Level P, 3 credit points — AI & Computational Modelling specialisation / No Specialisation
Computer Vision and Image Analysis PG
Level P, 3 credit points — AI & Computational Modelling specialisation / No Specialisation
Data Science Technology and Systems PG
Level P, 3 credit points — AI & Computational Modelling specialisation / No Specialisation
Science and Technology Internship A PG
Level P, 3 credit points — No Specialisation
Science and Technology Internship B PG
Level P, 3 credit points — No Specialisation
Advances in Science, Technology and Engineering Research PG
Level P, 3 credit points — No Specialisation
Common Questions
Students can choose to specialise in either Business Intelligence or Artificial Intelligence & Computational Modelling. To have a specialisation on their testamur, a student must complete all units listed in that specialisation. Otherwise, students can choose and mix units as they prefer under the No Specialisation option.
Applicants require an Australian bachelor degree in any field or equivalent. Assumed knowledge includes Year 12 mathematics and functional knowledge of using computer systems. Students without a bachelor degree may be eligible to enter through the Professional Pathway Entry program using significant work experience or industry-recognised qualifications.
Yes, WIL is a key component of the Master of Data Science course delivery as it offers students the opportunity to apply their learnings into industry-based practice (both real and/or in-situ) and build their professional networks. UC works hard to foster close industry connections and regularly engages with industry partners who possess both the skills and experience to provide specialised knowledge and training opportunities.
International students must demonstrate an IELTS Academic score of 6.5 overall, with no band score below 6.0 (or equivalent).
The Master of Data Science is 2.0 years in duration and is offered at the Bruce, Canberra campus. Intake periods include Semester 1 (starting 16 February 2026) and Semester 2 (starting 10 August 2026), with the same semesters available in 2027. Both domestic and international admissions are open for all listed periods.
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