Bachelor of Data Science

Overview

Propel yourself towards success with a career that perfectly aligns to industry demand. Learn how to identify, organise and analyse big data with Victoria University's Bachelor of Data Science.

In this data science degree, you'll learn to use specialised computational and statistical techniques to analyse big data and generate insights to tackle complex problems. These are pivotal skills for the 21st century, designed to meet the strong demand for data science professionals.

With industry-focused practices, real-world datasets, and hands-on tools, you will develop an in-depth understanding of deep learning, data management, data mining, and decision making. Throughout your study, you will learn how to wrangle, analyse, visualise, predict, and find insights into data to solve a host of real-world problems.

You will gain targeted expertise in:

*machine learning

*deep learning

*big data management

*data mining

*exploratory, predictive and prescriptive data analysis

*data visualisation

*business-oriented data analytics

*cyber security-oriented data analytics

*web, cloud and mobile application development.

The Bachelor of Data Science is provisionally accredited at a professional level by the Australian Computer Society.

Victoria University degrees are internationally recognised and help you find a satisfying career within and outside Australia.

Learning Outcomes:

On successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

1. Understand and apply a broad and coherent body of data science in a wide range of applications from the following areas: data modelling, data exploration, machine learning, data visualisation, business analytics, predictive analytics, data analytics for cybersecurity, IT profession and ethics, text mining and NLP;

2. Analyse and adapt the latest data science technologies with intellectual independence, self- learning capabilities and creativity to identify and solve real-world problems with sound decisions and judgement in a broad range of sectors including ICT, government, banking and finance, retail, education, health, social network and marketing;

3. Exhibit a range of technical, analytical, managerial, leadership and interpersonal skills; in depth understanding to the codes of ethics and conducts of data science professions; and

4. Exhibit a capacity to undertake IT design and development practice in an independent or collaborative environment with a strong industry focus; and the responsibility and accountability as a lifelong learner for their own learning and professional practice.

Course structure:

To attain the award of Bachelor of Data Science students will be required to complete

*288 credit points of core units.

Careers:

The Bachelor of Data Science at VU can help you launch a career perfectly aligned to industry demand.

Potential roles include:

*data analyst

*data scientist

*data analysis specialist

*data engineer

*data consultant

*data systems developer

*information security analyst

*data visualisation specialist

*reporting analyst

*AI scientist

*AI engineer

*business intelligence (BI) analyst

*Business intelligence specialist

*market intelligence manager

*data warehouse architect

*statistician

*mobile/web/cloud software developer.