Graduate Certificate in Data Science

On successful completion of the program students will have:

• Specialised knowledge of statistical and computational models and concepts and proficiency in their application.
• Specialist knowledge in statistical and computational techniques for analysing and interpreting data sets.
• Critical thinking and analytical problem solving to support data management and data-oriented decisions.
• Specialised knowledge and skills required to use contemporary Big Data technologies to store, manipulate and analyse large unstructured data sets.
• Effective independent and collaborative work skills to apply specialised knowledge and expert judgement to data science.

Be on the forefront of an emerging field where companies are recognising the importance of the value of data and how this can be integrated into business strategy. Study a Graduate Certificate in Data Science at the University of Newcastle and expand your career options to take on roles like:

• Data Scientist
• Data Analyst
• Data and Insights Expert
• Researcher
• Big Data Specialist
• Information Security Analyst

Higher education

Admission to the program will be available for applicants who have

• An AQF level 7 Bachelor degree or higher tertiary qualification OR
• An AQF Level 6 Advanced Diploma or Associate Degree in a cognate area plus a minimum of one year relevant experience, OR
• An AQF Level 5 Diploma in a cognate area plus a minimum of two years relevant experience, OR
• At least 5 years relevant professional experience

Work and Life

To be considered for admission based wholly or partly on professional experience, applicants must be able to demonstrate that their professional experience involves accessing/analysing/interpreting data.

English Proficiency Requirements

All Applicants must demonstrate that they meet the University’s English proficiency requirement. Further information regarding English language proficiency requirements can be found at the English Language Proficiency for Admission Policy here.

If you wish to apply for credit for studies completed at another institution, or if you are changing programs within the University and wish to transfer your credit to the new program, visit the University's credit website for more information on applying for credit.

A Graduate Certificate in Data Science from the University of Newcastle will provide you with the specialised skills to extract and communicate information from data. If you’re already a data scientist, or working in a related industry, this program will expand your practical skills and give you knowledge of the latest developments in the industry.

Recommended Study Pattern

The program requires the successful completion of 40 units of Core courses.

Core Courses:

• Big Data
• Data Wrangling and Visualisation
• Predictive Analytics
• The Science of Data Interrogation