Overview

Data is everywhere and is exponentially growing in its creation. Data Scientists create and use various tools and frameworks in order to analyse for patterns in data, then communicate their findings to others. Computer science is fundamental to many everyday technologies like mobile phones, learning systems, online shopping, navigation systems, social media, computer games and programmable appliances.

Learning Outcome

You will be a data scientist who can draw on a body of knowledge that spans data science, data analytics, data architecture, data engineering, and data wrangling, to apply yourself across a range of professions, projects, and problems after graduating this Bachelor of Data Science - Bachelor of Computer Science at the University of Newcastle

You will be to apply your learning and skills to create new understandings of the world and real world issues that lay at the intersection of many traditional and emerging disciplines.

Understanding of entrepreneurship, the need for and process of innovation, as well as the need and capacity for lifelong learning.

Understanding of and commitment to professional and ethical responsibilities.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Computing

Database and Information Management

Mathematics for Engineering, Science and Technology

Discrete Mathematics

Web Technologies

Object Oriented Programming

Data Structures

Data Wrangling and Visualisation

Algorithms

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months
Part-time
- 120 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-27 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-09 00:00:00 , International

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International students: It is recommended you submit your application a minimum of 12 weeks before your intended semester or trimester start date.

Language

English

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Credits

320 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Newcastle, Australia
Newcastle, Australia

Disciplines

Computer Sciences Data Science & Big Data Artificial Intelligence View 54 other Bachelors in Data Science & Big Data in Australia

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Academic requirements

GPA

Required

Grade Point Average (GPA) of 5.0

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General requirements

CRICOS code: 105364K

As part of your application you will need to provide scanned coloured original or certified copies of original documents.

Examples of documents that you may need to provide are:

Academic transcript
Completion certificate
Evidence of English proficiency
Passport biometric page
For programmes requiring work experience, a curriculum vitae (CV)/resume and/or letters of work experience are recommended.
Course / subject outlines if you wish to apply for credit for previous studies undertaken

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Tuition Fees

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Applies to you

Non-residents

40800 AUD / year

≈ 40800 AUD / year

Additional Details

If you have a Commonwealth Supported Place your study is supported by the Government

Full-fee domestic students pay vary depending on what you're studying

Living costs

Newcastle

Australia

1333 - 2400 AUD / month

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