Australian Catholic University

Graduate Certificate in Data Science

  • Delivery: Online
  • Study Level: Postgraduate
  • Duration: 6 months
  • Course Type: Graduate Certificate

Develop proficiency in Python programming and master essential techniques and popular tools in data science, machine learning, artificial intelligence and database design and implementation.

Course overview

Made up of units accredited by the Australian Computer Society (ACS) and with Microsoft Azure Data Fundamentals certification incorporated into the units, the Graduate Certificate in Data Science online brings real-world scenarios and applications into the classroom to ensure you’re job-ready while also preparing you to articulate into the Master of Information Technology if you wish to further your study.

Key facts

Delivery
Online
Course Type
Graduate Certificate
Duration
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Can be studied part time.
6 months (Full time)
Price Per Unit
From $3,149
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The estimated fee is determined by individual units of study and the year the course was commenced.
Intake
February, 2027
July, 2027
Units
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You may be required to complete 0 credit point units throughout your course. The university will confirm this as part of your enrolment.

The unit total reflects the number of units required for course completion, not the total credit point weight. Some units may be double- or triple-weighted, so the number of units you complete may be lower.
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Fees
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FEE-HELP loans are available to assist eligible full-fee paying domestic students with the cost of a university course.
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What you will study

To complete the Graduate Certificate in Data Science, you must fulfil 40 credit points (four units).

  • Introduction to Data Science with Python
  • Machine Learning with Scikit-Learn
  • Modern Database Management
  • Deep Learning and Emerging Topics in Artificial Intelligence

Entry requirements

To be eligible for admission to the course, an applicant must have completed the following prerequisites:

  • Equivalent of an Australian Bachelor’s degree in any discipline.
  • At least two years’ industry experience in a relevant role.

Recognition of Prior Learning

If your prior study or relevant work experience has provided you with knowledge, skills or experience aligned with the learning outcomes of units in your new course, you may be eligible to gain credit for study or have your prior learning recognised. This means you may be able to complete your ACU course in a shorter timeframe.

Fees and FEE-HELP

Full-fee paying place

Indicative unit fee in 2027: $3,243 (10-credit-point unit)
Indicative annual fee in 2027: $12,972
Indicative full-course fee: $12,972

The average full-course fee shown is calculated based on the 40 credit point (4 units) course structure completed over 0.5 years. 

Indicative annual fees are based on your first year of study.

A student’s annual fee may vary by:

  • The number of units studied.
  • Choice of units.
  • Credit from previous study or work experience.
  • Eligibility for government-funded loans.

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 course.