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Graduate Certificate in Data Science

at University of Canberra · Canberra, Australian Capital Territory

CRICOS course code

114088F

CRICOS provider code

00212K

This course is registered on the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students. Verify it yourself at cricos.education.gov.au before paying any fee.

Duration

26 weeks

Tuition (whole course)

A$20,000 total

Per year

A$40,000/yr

Intake

Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul)

About this program

The Graduate Certificate in Data Science at the University of Canberra is a short, focused qualification aimed at helping students build technical and analytical skills for data-driven roles. Over the course of 26 weeks, students engage in units that develop fundamentals in statistical analysis, data management, and core programming for data manipulation and interpretation. Data visualisation and basic machine learning concepts are likely included, with practical, hands-on opportunities to work with real-world datasets.

This course is structured as four units of study, each contributing to the total credit points set by the university. Units may include core areas such as Data Analytics, Programming for Data Science, and Applied Statistics. While this certificate does not require a research thesis or capstone, assessments will often mimic industry tasks to ensure practical understanding. Students may also interact with industry projects, given the strong connections Canberra has with government and technology sectors.

The Graduate Certificate is suitable for professionals from various backgrounds—such as IT, business, or health—seeking to upskill or pivot into data science, as well as recent graduates exploring data-driven career paths. The University of Canberra accepts evidence of English language proficiency, with common requirements in line with most Australian universities. Students should check the official source for the most up-to-date details.

International students may work up to 48 hours per fortnight during study. Graduates of this CRICOS-approved course may be eligible for the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) post-study work stream if progressing to further qualification.

Entry requirements

English: International applicants must evidence English proficiency. IELTS Academic 6.0–6.5 overall is the common undergraduate and coursework-postgraduate standard, rising to 7.0–7.5 for teaching, nursing, medicine, law and social work. TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, Cambridge C1 Advanced and the university’s own English programmes are accepted as equivalents; the Department of Home Affairs sets a separate English threshold for the Student visa itself.

International students: Registered on CRICOS for international students. A Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) for this course supports a Student visa (subclass 500) application; Overseas Student Health Cover is required for the full duration.

Career outcomes

Data analyst roles in government departments and tech consultancies
Junior data scientist positions in healthcare, finance, or retail industries
Business intelligence support in Australian companies or startups
Pathway to further study in data science and artificial intelligence

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Graduate Certificate in Data Science at University of Canberra?

It typically takes 26 weeks, with intakes in Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul).

How much is the tuition?

Tuition is around A$20,000 total. Fees change yearly — confirm with an advisor.

What are the career outcomes?

Data analyst roles in government departments and tech consultanciesJunior data scientist positions in healthcare, finance, or retail industriesBusiness intelligence support in Australian companies or startupsPathway to further study in data science and artificial intelligence

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