Graduate Certificate of Data Science
Charles Darwin University
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Postgraduate
CRICOS: 00300K
The Graduate Certificate of Data Science will further develop your technical and analytical skills needed to manage and interpret useful insights from massive data sets.This qualification complements the following multi-disciplinary areas:computer scienceinformation technologyinformation systemsstatisticsmathematicsengineering or a program with substantial quantitative competencies.Your coursework will also include a project-based assessment allowing you to focus on what you are passionate about.
Structure
The course consists of core units, specialist elective units and elective units. The core units of the course will allow you to explore a range of data science concepts.The specialist elective will allow you to study a complimentary unit in an area such as statistics and decision making.The course stresses both the importance of theory and the application of theory in practice through projects and practical exercises.A candidate must successfully complete units totalling 40 credit points (cp) as detailed below. All units are valued at 10 credit points unless indicated.Unit typeCredit PointsSpecific requirementsCore Units(3 units)30cpCompulsory Core units totalling 30 credit points as detailed below.PRT563 Advanced Data Management (replaces PRT561 from 2019)PRT564 Data Analytics and Visualisation (replaces PRT562 from 2019)PRT531 Business Intelligence and Data Mining (replaces BIS551 from 2020)Specialist Elective (1 unit)10cpSpecialist Elective unit totalling 10 credit points selected from the following units.BUS501 Decision MakingENV511 Statistical Methods for Impact AnalysisSTA510 Business StatisticsPHM553 Biostatistics 40cpTotal Credit PointsStudents who commenced in or after 2013The grade of "PC" cannot be counted towards a Graduate Certificate AQF Level 8 course award.Students should refer to the current Grading Policy and Common Course Rules for further information.
Subjects
- Engineering and IT
Standard entry requirements
Successful completion of a recognised bachelor degree or equivalent international qualification with a major in computer science, information technology, information systems, statistics, mathematics, engineering, or a program with substantial quantitative competencies.Consideration will also be given to applicants who have at least five years appropriate professional experience. Applicants must provide further documentation detailing their employment experience in the form of a curriculum vitae (CV) with their application.
Study information
| Campus | Fees | Entry | Mid year intake | Attendance |
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| Casuarina | No |
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| CDU Online | No |
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