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The world is currently awash with massive volumes of data (Big Data) generated from all sectors of society including business, government, health, transport, web, and social networks (Facebook, Twitter). Data science and engineering has become the driving force behind critical decisions for all organizations by turning massive volumes of data into actionable information and knowledge. Data professionals with the skill set to comprehend, process and manage big data efficiently and effectively are already highly demanded. A recent Mckinsey Global Institute report forecasts a serious shortage of data science and engineering professionals in the near future.
*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution
June 2026
Kensington Campus
UNSW Sydney, High St,
Kensington,
New South Wales,
2052, Sydney, Australia
*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution
September 2026
Kensington Campus
UNSW Sydney, High St,
Kensington,
New South Wales,
2052, Sydney, Australia
Admissions to the standard 1.7 year program requires the following:
A minimum AQF Level 7 undergraduate qualification per the Australian Qualifications Framework in a cognate discipline with a minimum 65% average.
Cognate disciplines
Artificial Intelligence
Deep learning
Machine Learning
Mechatronics
Autonomous systems
Computer Science
Information Technology
Software Engineering
Computer Engineering
Computer Science and Statistics
Data Analytics
Database management
Management Information Systems
Internet of Things
Network Engineering
Remote Sensing
Electronic Information
Communication Technology
Network Security
Cyber Security
Information Security
Computer Applications
Technology
Engineering
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.
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