The Data Science Major consolidates data science and predictive analytics skills through core machine learning and project units along with a range of optional units. Available options extend knowledge in artificial intelligence, statistics, networking and internet of things, cloud computing, security and/or industrial automation. Graduates may find employment in data analytics across a wide range of fields, particularly as an enhancement to their current academic qualifications and experience.

What you'll learn

• Apply advanced algorithms and statistical theory in the exploration, analysis and presentation of data.
• Provide innovative and creative solutions utilising data science knowledge and analytical methods.
• Communicate the implementation and outcomes of data collection, processing and presentation to both expert and non-technical audiences.
• Apply and devise new approaches to data science - potentially addressing global problems through analysis and simulation; endeavour to comply with standards and guidelines relevant to data science and to the application domain.
• Develop solutions and analyses that respect confidentiality, ethics, sustainability and maintain social responsibility.
• Demonstrate initiative and leadership when working independently and collaboratively using problem solving and decision-making skills.