Learn ways to interpret data using programming, maths, and statistics.
360
Data is used by organisations of all sizes to make better decisions. In this degree, you will learn how to analyse and interpret data to inform decision-making and forecast trends.
This degree will teach you about secure and ethical ways to collect, store, and process large amounts of data — as well as how to understand and communicate findings by turning numbers into actionable outcomes.
As data is at the centre of every industry, you can use your diverse skillset across many fields.
Admission to UC with University Entrance (or equivalent) is required to enrol.
If English is your additional language, you are also required to meet UC's English language requirements.
See Admission and enrolment for all information on enrolling at UC.
The Bachelor of Data Science is open to anyone with entry to the University.
A background in secondary school subjects such as maths, statistics, computing, and IT will be especially useful. UC offers introductory courses if you have little or no background in these areas.
The Bachelor of Data Science requires a minimum total of 360 points:
At least 225 points must be from courses above 100-level, with at least 105 points at 300-level.
The degree takes 3 years of full-time study, or can be studied part-time for up to 10 years.
For the full degree requirements, see the Regulations for the Bachelor of Data Science.
The Bachelor of Data Science includes introductory courses in programming, mathematics, statistics, and computer sciences, as well as hands-on lab work and group projects.
You will also complete courses towards a major subject, completing with a final capstone project in the third year with supervision from industry.
100-level
Plus complete the required 100-level courses from your chosen major.
200-level
Plus complete the required 200-level courses from your chosen major.
300-level
Plus complete the required 300-level courses from your chosen major.
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2024 tuition fee estimate: $7,336 per 120 points
2025 tuition fee estimate: $7,776 per 120 points
2024 tuition fee estimate: $38,981 per 120 points
2025 tuition fee estimate: $40,500 per 120 points
2026 tuition fee estimate: $42,080 per 120 points
Tuition fees vary for each course, depending on the subject area and course level, so your final total may differ from the estimates provided above. Select your courses in the Fees Estimator to calculate your total tuition costs.
2024 SSL: $9.17 per point ($1,100.40 for 120 points)
2025 SSL: $9.72 per point ($1,166.40 for 120 points)
UC offers postgraduate studies in Data Science:
There are also specialist applied studies available:
Find out more about what can you do with a degree from UC.
Each small block represents a 15-point course. However, some courses may be 30 points or more.
This diagram is an example only – other combinations are possible. For specific course requirements, see the Regulations for the Bachelor of Data Science.
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