

Location
Australia
Qualification
Master degree
Fees
AUD46550
(2026)
Duration
2 Year(s)
Next intake
17.08.2026
Entry Score
6.5
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Duration: 2 Year(s)
Fees: AUD46550
| Intake | Location |
|---|---|
| Semester 2 (August), 2026 | CALLAGHAN |
| Semester 2 (August), 2026 | Newcastle |
| Semester 1 (February), 2027 | CALLAGHAN |
| Semester 1 (February), 2027 | Newcastle |
| Semester 2 (August), 2027 | CALLAGHAN |
| Semester 2 (August), 2027 | Newcastle |
Students with a three year, Bachelor degree (AQF level 7) or higher in a different discipline area (also called non-cognate discipline) to data science and their chosen specialisation are eligible to undertake the 160 unit program.
Students with a three year Bachelor degree (AQF level 7) or higher in a non-cognate discipline who also hold a minimum of five years demonstrable Recognised Prior Learning (RPL) in an area related to data science and/or their chosen specialisation (also called cognate discipline) may be eligible to study between 120 and 160 units, inclusive.
Students with a three year Bachelor degree (AQF level 7) or Bachelor (Honours) (AQF 8) in a cognate discipline to data science and/or their specialisation may be eligible to study between 120 and 160 units, inclusive.
Students with a Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma (AQF level 8) in a cognate discipline to data science and/or data analytics may be eligible to study 120 units, inclusive.
English Language Requirements
All Applicants must demonstrate that they meet the University\u2019s English proficiency requirement.
22/06/2026
If you aren't eligible for the above entry requirements, you might have a chance to explore pathway options at The University of Newcastle. If you want to find out more, speak to our counsellors.
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