Graduate Certificate in Data Science
Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs)
UCs new, 100% online Graduate Certificate of Data Science is your ticket to remaining relevant in todays data-driven world. Over the course of the certificate, youll gain a solid understanding of data science fundamentals including statistics, data analysis, data preparation and data visualisation. Taught by expert academics, youll develop your capacity to address complex issues with data-based solutions. Youll be trained to consider both the ethical and technological implications of data report
Official- Duration
- 6 months
- Online
- Qualification
- Graduate Certificate
- AQF 8
- Campus
- Bruce
- ACT · +1 more campus
- Course code
- CRICOS 114088F
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Course overview
UCs new, 100% online Graduate Certificate of Data Science is your ticket to remaining relevant in todays data-driven world. Over the course of the certificate, youll gain a solid understanding of data science fundamentals including statistics, data analysis, data preparation and data visualisation. Taught by expert academics, youll develop your capacity to address complex issues with data-based solutions. Youll be trained to consider both the ethical and technological implications of data reporting and apply your knowledge to real-world examples. No matter your industry, youll gain foundational data science skills that can be applied across a diverse range of industries and roles. From health and education to social media and sales, understanding data can unlock insights and patterns that can improve your work. This certificate offers an immersive, 100% online learning experience, giving you the convenience to manage your study, work and life commitments. Study options include full-time, which can be completed in as little as four months, or part-time study which can be completed in just eight months.
Entry requirements
Requirements are recorded per intake year and per audience. Meeting them does not guarantee an offer.
1. Most University of Canberra coursework postgraduate admission is based on an AQF-equivalent bachelor degree. Some courses also consider grades, relevant paid work experience or recognised professional membership. 2. Bachelor-equivalent qualification or an expressly permitted experience/RPL route; course-specific requirements; English proficiency.
English language
Band minimums apply in addition to the overall score.
- IELTS AcademicOverall 7.5L 8 · R 7 · W 7 · S 8
- TOEFL iBTOverall 102L 28 · R 24 · W 27 · S 26
- PTE AcademicOverall 73L 79 · R 65 · W 65 · S 79
- Cambridge C1 AdvancedOverall 191L 200 · R 185 · W 185 · S 200
- Cambridge C2 ProficiencyOverall 191L 200 · R 185 · W 185 · S 200
Additional requirements
Academic entry requirement
Most University of Canberra coursework postgraduate admission is based on an AQF-equivalent bachelor degree. Some courses also consider grades, relevant paid work experience or recognised professional membership.
Additional entry requirement
Bachelor-equivalent qualification or an expressly permitted experience/RPL route; course-specific requirements; English proficiency.
Intakes and tuition
Tuition is recorded per intake with the institution's own basis. Superseded rows are kept so fee changes stay visible.
| Intake | Campus | Starts | Applications close | Tuition | For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 · Semester 1 | UC - Canberra, Bruce | 15 February 2027 | — | — | International students |
| 2027 · Semester 2 | UC - Canberra, Bruce | 9 August 2027 | — | — | International students |
| 2027 · Semester 2 | Bruce, Canberra | 9 August 2027 | — | — | International students |
| 2027 · Semester 1 | Bruce, Canberra | 15 February 2027 | — | $19,650per year | International students |
Where it is taught
References
Official course page, institution website and the sources behind this profile.
- Graduate Certificate in Data Sciencecanberra.edu.au
- University of Canberracanberra.edu.au
- CRICOS provider recordOfficial source
- International Course Guide 2027Official source
- UC College International Entry Requirements 2026Official source
- ELICOS course 2027Official source
- Standard academic entry requirementsOfficial source
- QS World University Rankings 2027Official source