Graduate Coursework

Graduate Diploma in Data Science

  • Course code: GD-DATASC
Clock
Duration
1 year full time / 2 years part time
Location
Mode (Location)
On Campus (Parkville)
Calendar-month
Intake
January, February
Key dates
Dollar
Fees
AUD $39,328 (2024 indicative first year fee). Commonwealth supported places (CSPs) are not available
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Key application dates

UPCOMING INTAKES AND KEY DATES

  • Calendar
    Start year (February 2025 intake) timely applications due

Please note that we do not guarantee outcomes in time to commence the next available intake if you apply outside the timely application period.

How to apply

1. Review entry requirements and eligibility

  • Check the entry requirements tab of this course page and ensure you meet the admission criteria.
  • Review the English language requirements.
  • If you are applying for multiple courses, ensure you have confirmed your preference order.

2. Gather your supporting documentation

As part of your application, you’ll be required to submit:

  • An official syllabus or subject description (in English) for completed subjects you believe satisfy the course prerequisites.

3. Submit your application

Additional application considerations:

Where a course offers both Commonwealth Supported Places (CSPs) and Australian full fee (AF) places, you only need to submit an application for one fee type. You will automatically be considered for a CSP if you are eligible.

Ready and eligible to apply?

After you apply

  • All communications related to your application, including requests for additional information and application outcomes, will be sent to the email address you registered for your application. To avoid delays, please upload requested information as soon as possible.
  • Track the progress of your application via the Application Portal.
  • Please note that the Admissions team will only contact you via email if anything else is needed; there's no need to enquire about the timeline in the meantime.
  • The time it takes to assess applications can vary. If you're applying for the next intake, this will typically be 4 to 8 weeks after we receive all required documents. Future intakes (beyond the next intake) may have different assessment timelines. 

Additional information

  • Applications for this course are assessed and ranked throughout the year by the Selection Committee. Selection meetings occur in October and November, with outcomes issued in December.

If you are an applicant with a competitive score, you may be offered a place before the selection ranking dates.

If your application is successful, please be advised:

  • You must respond to your offer by the offer lapse date stated in the official outcome letter
  • You can accept a conditional offer before satisfying the offer requirements
  • You cannot defer your commencement period for this course.
For additional, in-depth details on entry requirements and admissions for this course, refer to the University Handbook.
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