Postgraduate course
Graduate Certificate in Principles of Data Science
University of Wollongong
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About
Data analytics is increasingly being used to inform and drive business decisions at both an operational and strategic level. The Graduate Certificate in Principles of Data Science provides foundational knowledge in data management, analysis and programming to improve data-driven decision-making in any organisation.
You will study subjects in statistics, random variables, data mining and management, and programming.
These subjects provide an understanding of how to apply knowledge of statistics, programming, and data management to prepare, manipulate, analyse and interpret large data sets. You will learn how to think strategically, and synthesise complex data into usable information to help guide and inform decision-making.
The Graduate Certificate in Principles of Data Science provides a pathway into other studies of data science. This course may lead to specific related career disciplines in business and data analytics, data science, and statistics.
Admission criteria
- A recognised Bachelor degree containing subjects in quantitative methods.
OR
- A recognised Bachelor degree in any discipline and at least two years of experience in a data science or data analytics role.
Fees and charges
This course will be offered as a Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP). This means the Australian government will subsidise your tuition fees by up to 75%. To be eligible for this fee subsidy, you must meet the following criteria: Be a domestic student, i.e. an Australian or New Zealand citizen, a permanent resident of Australia or a permanent Australian Humanitarian visa holder.
Refer to University of Wollongong current fee information.
^ Fee column represents an annual amount unless the course duration is less than one year and the amount then represents the full cost of the course.
Australian Government financial assistance
University of Wollongong scholarships and financial assistance
Further information
Read the full course details on the University of Wollongong website.
Visit the University of Wollongong website or call 1300 FOR UOW (1300 367 869).
Visit the Faculty of Engineering and Information Sciences website.
Email the faculty via UOW Future Students.
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