Programme details

Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Data Science

The Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Data Science (PGDipADS) offered by UC is well-suited for individuals seeking to enhance their data science expertise while integrating skills and knowledge acquired from prior academic pursuits.

Course description

Data science has emerged as a significant profession due to the rapid increase in the size and accessibility of ‘big data.’ A data scientist is tasked with deriving insights about future trends by examining both past and present data. This capability is increasingly important in a world where sectors such as education, commerce, communication, and transportation are characterized by extensive data collection and digitalization.

This qualification  is structured to support students from various educational backgrounds, not exclusively those with degrees in Mathematics, Statistics, or Computer Science. It is designed for individuals seeking to enhance or develop their data science skills while leveraging the knowledge acquired from their previous studies. If you are eager to engage with data and are attuned to industry developments, this program can enhance your employability and career prospects.

Immigration benefits

This course may qualify for the following visa rights:
In-study work rights
Partner visitor rights
Post-study work rights

This course qualifies for 4 points if applying for residency under the Skilled Migrant Category.

Career Prospects

It is indicated that data scientists are adept at understanding the capabilities of technology, the range of analytics available, and effectively communicating these aspects to the broader business landscape. This holds true across various fields and sectors, as the significance of data and analytics in organizational decision-making has grown immensely.

Graduates will be equipped to pursue careers in multiple industries, including government, corporate environments, the IT sector, market research, finance, agriculture, and transportation.

Entry requirements

Individuals interested in applying may have various undergraduate educational backgrounds. It is essential to maintain a Grade Point Average of B in your 300-level bachelor’s degree courses, or to demonstrate success at the postgraduate level.

If English is your additional language, you are also required to meet UC’s English language requirements. University recognises the following English Language tests and courses:

International English Language Testing System Academic (IELTS Academic) – including online and One Skill Retake
Test of English as a Foreign Language Internet-Based Test (TOEFL iBT) – including Home Edition and Paper Edition #
CCEL English for Academic Purposes Level 2 (EAP Level 2) – including online
Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE)
Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE)
Pearson Test of English (Academic) (PTE) – including online
New Zealand Certificate in English Language (NZCEL)
FluentIQ (*FluentIQ should be used where IELTS Indicator or TOEFL cannot be used)
LanguageCert
Trinity College London Integrated Skills in English (ISE)
Duolingo English Test (DET)

Credits
120

Duration
Two semesters full-time

Intakes

Feb, July

International fees
About $36,400

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