In partnership with the Australian Financial Review
University of New South Wales
Turn complex data into actionable insight and develop the analytical judgement, technical capability and communication skills to support evidence-based decisions across organisations.
Connecting technical analytics with strategic business thinking, UNSW's Master of Analytics prepares you to turn complex data into meaningful insights that support evidence-based decisions and organisational outcomes. The program develops analytical capability alongside the judgement and communication skills needed to translate data into action across diverse professional contexts.
Working across data analysis, programming, predictive modelling, databases and visualisation, you'll learn to source and interpret information, identify patterns and evaluate analytical outputs. You'll also strengthen your ability to communicate complex findings clearly, navigate ethical considerations and use data-driven insights to solve business problems and support organisational change.
Delivered 100% online, the program gives you the flexibility to extend your expertise across areas such as consulting, financial modelling, decision-making, people analytics or marketing analytics. An applied capstone brings these capabilities together, enabling you to connect analytical methods with real-world organisational challenges.
"I never thought I could study again after a long gap and with kids. But the excellent program design, resources, halo from peers and academic staff and flexible, easy to understand study materials has enabled me to finish my masters. I learned many new skills, like programming (Python, R, Tableau), without having a single idea about it before in a very easy and effective way. The discussion forum was an interesting way for remote students to be attached to peers and exchange ideas. The program has added great value to my skills and profile, and opened the door to many opportunities I can choose from."
Farah Tilat, Master of Analytics Graduate
To earn the Master of Analytics, you must successfully complete eight core units and four specialisation units.
Core units
Complete each of the following:
General Analytics specialisation
In addition to the core units, complete the following specialisation core unit and select three electives from the list below:
Specialisation core units
Select three elective units from the list below and complete the capstone course:
Elective units
*These courses have a prerequisite: Introductory Data Analysis.
^Students must complete six courses, as a prerequisite.
Academic requirements
To be eligible for the Master of Analytics, you must have a recognised bachelor's degree (or equivalent qualification) with a credit average of 65 per cent or higher as per the UNSW Admissions entry calculator.
Entry via nested qualification
Articulation pathways exist from the Graduate Certificate in Analytics, Graduate Certificate in Marketing Analytics or Graduate Diploma in Analytics programs if the student completes these programs with a minimum WAM of 65.
English language requirements
You may need to provide evidence of your English language proficiency to study at UNSW, depending on your educational background and citizenship. UNSW requires a minimum level of English language competency for enrolment. English language skills are essential for webinar comprehension and the completion of coursework, assignments and examinations.
If English is not your first language, you will need to provide proof of your English proficiency before you will be given an offer to study at UNSW. You can do this by providing evidence that you meet one or more of the following criteria:
Contact the university or visit its website for more information.
You may be eligible for recognition of prior learning if you have previously studied or have relevant work experience. This will help reduce the number of units you need to study to finish your course. Contact the university for more information.
Career outcomes
Potential roles:
Indicative total fee in 2026: $62,500 (Full-fee paying place)
Indicative annual fees are based on your first year of study.
A student’s annual fee may vary by:
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 with the cost of a university program.
