Master [Data Science] From James Cook University

Academic Requirements:

• Completion of an AQF level 7 bachelor degree; or
• Five (5) years or more relevant industry experience in IT or Data Science/Data Analytics; or
• Other qualifications or practical experience recognised by the Dean, College of Science and Engineering as equivalent to the above.
• Entry requirements for this course are consistent with the Pathways to Qualifications in the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF level 9) Guidelines for Masters degrees.
• Mathematics B (or equivalent that includes algebra and elementary differential calculus) together with some background in computing, data analysis or programming is assumed.
• Admission based on relevant industry experience must be supported by a detailed CV and proof of work experience (e.g. a letter from an employer detailing the position and job description).

JCU Data Science (Professional) graduates are highly skilled specialists with invaluable professional expertise. These graduates benefit from rapidly increasing job openings across the data industry and a data-driven future. They can apply data science to industrial, environmental, cultural, societal, and agricultural projects. One can find work as a data scientist, data engineer, data analyst, data architect, visualisation specialist or statistician.