- The Bachelor of Science in Data Science at Macquarie University is offered as a 3-year program.
- This degree is the only one of its kind in Australia that builds employability skills into the science curriculum right from the first year.
- Students can take mathematics, statistics or coding in their first year to learn the modern foundational skills relevant to future workforce needs.
- The main concepts covered under this program are:
- Mathematical Concepts for Science
- Statistical Concepts for Science
- Scientific Computing
- Computing Industry Project
- Health Placement
- Molecular Sciences Project
- The mix of theoretical and practical components opens opportunities for field trips to places such as Heron Island, Wee Jasper and New Zealand.
- In the final year, students will undertake a work-integrated learning activity with a partner organization.
- Other specializations offered by Macquarie University include:
- Applied Statistics
- Astronomy and Astrophysics
- Biology
- Chemical and Biomolecular Sciences
- Chemistry
- Cognitive Neuroscience
- Computing
- Earth and Environmental Sciences
- Ecology and Evolutionary Biology
- Geography Studies
- After completing this, students would be able to work as:
- Banking and finance manager
- Government adviser
- Head of science communications
- Policy adviser
- Project manager
- Research and development manager
- Science regulator
- Scientific entrepreneur
- Scientific researcher
- Scientific technician
- Macquarie is ranked number one in Sydney for teaching quality and overall graduate satisfaction in science (QILT, 2017).
- Students will learn how to apply for scientific-based jobs and prepare for interviews, and develop presentation, project management and other critical skills that will need to secure their dream career.
- Macquarie University ranked among the top 1% of world universities in the world (QS World University Rankings, 2020)
- Macquarie University ranked 9 in Australia for employability (QS Graduate Employability Rankings, 2020)
- Macquarie University has 5 QS stars in teaching, employability, research, facilities, internationalization, innovation, inclusiveness and specialist criteria.
Macquarie University - [MQ], Sydney, New South Wales - Courses & Fees
Sydney, New South Wales
University Public CollegeBachelor of Information Technology [B.I.T] (Data Science)
3 years
On Campus
English
Field of Study:
#Ranked 48 out of 72 by QS Global Ranking 2024
A$39,800/Yr
A$39,800 /Yr
Important Dates
| Event | End Date |
| Application Deadline For Term 1 | Feb 6, 2024 |
Fees & Funding
Tution & Application Fees
| Year | Year 1 | Year 2 | Year 3 |
| Tuition Fees | A$39800 | A$39800 | A$39800 |
| Total Fees | A$39800 | A$39800 | A$39800 |
Eligibility & Entry Requirement
Academic Eligibility:
Students must have completed one or more of the following academic qualifications:
- Attained a recognized senior secondary school qualification with a minimum of 65%.
- A recognized university Foundation course
- A recognized 2 or 3-year Diploma, Advanced Diploma or Associate Degree
- At least one year of a university degree from a recognized institution
- Students with no previous formal education in English need to provide proof of English Language Proficiency through IELTS/TOEFL or any equivalent test.
Indian Eligibility:
- Students require All India Senior School Certificate (AISSC) with 65% awarded by the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE).
- Or Indian Higher Secondary Certificate (HSSC) or Indian School Certificate (ISC) with 65%.
Others:
If students do not meet the course cut-off, they will be automatically considered based on the scores of senior high school Mathematics and science subjects to assess their eligibility.
Required Document List
Following are the required documents:
- Academic Transcripts: Students have to provide full certified copies of academic transcripts.
- ELP Scores: Students have to submit their English language proficiency scores like IELTS, TOEFL other recognized English test results.
- Passport: students have to submit a copy of their valid passport.
Career and Placement after Course
After completing this program students have job opportunities in :
- Environment protection authorities
- Exploration and mining industries
- Government departments
- Hospitals
- IT companies
- Medical research centers (especially laboratories)
- National parks and conservation agencies
- Research institutions
- Telecommunication companies
Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids
| Name | Amount | International Students Eligible | Application Deadline |
| ASEAN Partner Scholarship | A$9095 | Yes | N/A |
| Macquarie Vice-Chancellor's International Scholarship Program | A$6648 | Yes | N/A |
| Deutschland Stipendium Program | A$4363 | Yes | N/A |
| BrokerFish International student scholarship | A$1000 | Yes | N/A |
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