University of New England
Graduate Certificate in Data Science
- Delivery: Online
- Study Level: Postgraduate
- Duration: 6 months
- Course Type: Graduate Certificate
Expand your expertise in data science to solve challenging problems using large and diverse data sets.
Course overview
Thanks to the amount of data now available in workplaces worldwide, data science specialists are in high demand. Data provides the basis for sensible, evidence-based decision-making. Organisations and industries, from business to health and science, need skilled professionals who can tap into vast and diverse data streams to extract their meaning and value. Data scientists are responsible for building intelligent systems, mastering intuitive processes and bringing structure to data.
CSP Subsidised Fees Available
This program has a limited quota of Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP). The indicative CSP price is calculated based on first year fees for EFT. The actual fee may vary if there are choices in electives or majors.
Key facts
February, 2026
June, 2026
October, 2026
What you will study
To qualify for the award a candidate must pass units to the value of 24 credit points including 18 credit points at 400-level or above.
Listed Units
Complete 24 credit points with at least 18 credit points at 400-level or above from the following units:
- Computational Mathematics
- Database Management Systems
- Data Structures and Algorithms
- Operating Systems
- Programming Paradigms
- Web Programming
- Software Project Management
- Parallel and Distributed Computing
- Computer Networks and Network Security
- Artificial Intelligence
- Advanced Web Programming
- User Experience and Interaction Design
- Management Information Systems
- Algorithms in Machine Learning
- Introductory Econometrics
- Econometric Analysis of Financial Markets
- Spatial Analysis and Modelling
- Introduction to GIS and Spatial Thinking
- Remote Sensing and Image Analysis
- Genomic Analysis and Bioinformatics
- Information and Knowledge Management in Healthcare
- Precision Agriculture
- Introduction to Scientific Programming
- Statistical Modelling and Experimental Design
- Advanced Statistical Modelling
- Statistical Learning
Entry requirements
You can apply for this course if you have completed a Bachelor qualification (AQF Level 7 or overseas equivalent) in a relevant discipline.
If you are admitted on this basis, you will be eligible for admission under standard entry.
Relevant disciplines include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Computer Science
- Data Science
- Information Systems
- Information Technology
- Mathematics
- Software Engineering
- Statistics
English Language Requirements
- When applying you may be required to show how you satisfy the English Language Requirements for this course.
Recognition of Prior Learning
Advanced Standing is credit or recognition of your previous study, work and/or life experience. This can reduce the cost and length of your studies.
Outcomes
Learning outcomes
- Understand the key tools, methods and theories used to data science to an advanced level of depth and sophistication;
- Synthesise information from data and understand the lifecycle of data within an organisation;
- Apply problem solving skills and specialist knowledge in statistics and software development to implement data analysis solutions for real-world problems;
- Communicate effectively with expert and non-expert audiences to understand issues and gather requirements for the development of data analysis strategies and related systems within an organisation;
- Evaluate information from a range of sources, such as peer-reviewed literature and technical documentation, to understand current developments in the area of data science; and
- Understand and communicate the ethical and legal issues that relate to the practice of data science.
Career outcomes
- Data Scientist
- Business Intelligence Analyst
- Data Engineer or Architect
- Data Strategist
- Healthcare Data Manager
- Research Scientist.
Fees and CSP
Estimated first-year and full fee in 2026: $4,352 (Commonwealth Supported Place)
Estimated first-year and full fee in 2026: $12,192 (domestic full-fee paying place)
Estimated amenities fee per year if studying full-time: $373
The costs will depend on the units you choose to study, as the cost of individual units varies. “Estimated fees” are provided as a guide only based on a typical enrolment of students undertaking a study load of 48 credit points in the first year of this course. For courses that require fewer than 48 credit points, the fees indicated are based on the total credit points needed for the completion of that course.
Student fees may vary in accordance with:
- The number of units studied per term.
- The choice of major or specialisation.
- Choice of units.
- Credit from previous study or work experience.
- Eligibility for government-funded loans.
Commonwealth Supported Places
The Australian Government allocates a certain number of CSPs to the universities each year, which are then distributed to students based on merit.
If you're a Commonwealth Supported Student (CSS), you'll only need to pay a portion of your tuition fees. This is known as the student contribution amount – the balance once the government subsidy is applied. This means your costs are much lower.
Limited CSP spaces are offered to students enrolled in selected postgraduate courses.
Your student contribution amount is:
- Calculated per unit you're enrolled in.
- Dependent on the study areas they relate to.
- Reviewed and adjusted each year.
Student fees shown are subject to change. Contact the university directly to confirm.
FEE-HELP loans are available to assist eligible full-fee paying domestic students.
HECS-HELP loans are available to CSP students to pay the student contribution amount.