If you’re thinking about studying data science, you’re probably already aware of its power to shape our world. As billions of devices feed data to central databases, businesses and governments require experts to interpret that data. Data scientists have become one of the most in-demand professionals globally because they have the unique skills to unlock hidden insights within data. The Bachelor of Data Science and Decisions will prepare you to compile, interpret and act on data in ways that make a big impact. This degree combines training in mathematical methods, statistics, computing and business decision-making with communication skills. You’ll gain the theoretical and practical skills required to enter the field of data analysis, where networking, decision-making, strategic thinking and attention to detail are essential.
*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution
May 2027
Kensington Campus
UNSW Sydney, High St,
Kensington,
New South Wales,
2052, Sydney, Australia
*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution
February 2027
Kensington Campus
UNSW Sydney, High St,
Kensington,
New South Wales,
2052, Sydney, Australia
Before applying for a degree, you should first check that we recognise your secondary/tertiary education qualification. This can include:
Secondary education qualifications
Higher education study
Diploma and other post-secondary studies
Foundation studies
an Australian Year 12 in or outside Australia
an International Baccalaureate Diploma
a New Zealand National Certificate of Educational Achievement (NCEA) Level 3.
International direct entry
Information for applicants with CBSE, HKDSE or Singapore A Levels Qualification
Calculating your CBSE Score:
Awarded by CBSE, average percentage marks across English or Hindi, and your best four remaining subjects. Where marks are given as a range, the mid-point for that range is used e.g. 75 to 80 = 77.5.
Calculating your HKDSE Score:
Due to changes in the HKDSE curriculum, UNSW assessment is currently under review.
Calculating your Singapore A Levels:
Due to significant changes to the GCE A-Level Curriculum and University Admissions Score (UAS) calculation effective 2026, UNSW assessment is currently under review.
International ATAR
85.0
UNSW Foundation Studies GPA
7.5
Great Britain General Certificate of Education (GCE A levels)
11.0
International Baccalaureate Diploma (IB)
32.0
Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) (after 2016)
1210.0
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.
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