ProviderEdith Cowan UniversityData Science is an inter-disciplinary field, drawing on mathematics, statistics, and computer science, that uses scientific methods, processes, algorithms and systems to extract knowledge and insights from structured and unstructured data. This course provides the necessary foundations in the disciplines of mathematics, statistics and computer science, and develops student knowledge and skills in some of the key tools and techniques relevant to data science. It also pays specific attention to ethical issues surrounding the manner in which data is gathered, stored and analyzed/utilised.Data Science is a significant area of growth and potential employment in Australia and the Asia-Pacific region.
Postgraduate and higher courses usually use academic prerequisites, degree equivalence and English-language requirements.
Bachelor degree in a cognate discipline
Bachelor degree in a cognate discipline or Where accepted, equivalent prior learning, including at least five years relevant professional experience.
If your current English result is below direct entry, consider the university-recognised English language pathway or ELICOS package; successful completion at the required level can usually satisfy English entry without another English test.
Current-course cases first, supplemented by same-institution scored cases.
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