University of New South Wales

Graduate Certificate in Data Science

  • Delivery: Online
  • Study Level: Postgraduate
  • Duration: 8 months
  • Course Type: Graduate Certificate

This program covers the foundational skills of data science as applied in computer science, economics and mathematics.

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Course overview

It also includes programming, statistics and data systems. Completing these courses will give you a strong foundation and the advanced knowledge in data science that are in high demand. 

Courses are delivered online in seven-week intensive blocks, which means you could graduate with a Graduate Certificate in as little as 8 months.

Key facts

Delivery
Online
Course Type
Graduate Certificate
Duration
8 months (Part time)
Price Per Unit
From $5,130
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The estimated per-unit fee is calculated using the annual average first-year fee. It is based on a part-time study load of four courses per semester or year.
Intake
11th May, 2026
6th July, 2026
31st August, 2026
26th October, 2026
Units
4
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

UNSW’s Graduate Certificate in Data Science program is comprised of two core courses, plus the choice of two electives.

Core courses
  • Foundations of Data Science
  • Principles of Programming
Elective courses
Prerequisite courses

Entry requirements

General admission requirements

To be eligible for the Graduate Certificate in Data Science, you must have either:

  • Completed at a minimum an undergraduate degree in Data Science or cognate discipline (e.g., Computer Science, Economics, Mathematics, Statistics).
  • Completed an undergraduate degree in a non-cognate discipline AND have sufficient Data Science background as indicated by an average of 65 or above across a minimum of three Level III courses in Mathematics and/or Statistics and/or Computer Science and/or Econometrics.
  • Completed a degree in a non-cognate discipline AND have sufficient Data Science background as indicated by at least two years of experience in a data science or data analytics role.

Outcomes

Career outcomes

  • Data Science Analyst
  • Machine Learning Engineer
  • Developer
  • Data Engineer

Fees and FEE-HELP

Indicative fee per course in 2026: $5,130 (domestic full-fee paying place)

Indicative total program fee in 2026: $20,500 (domestic full-fee paying place)

All costs are calculated using current rates and are based on a study load of four courses per semester or year.

Student fees may vary in accordance with:

  • The number of courses studied per term.
  • The choice of major or specialisation.
  • Choice of courses.
  • Credit from previous study or work experience.
  • Eligibility for government-funded loans.

You may also need to pay the student services and amenities fee.

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.