Online Graduate Certificate in Data Science
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Fees
AU$3,600 per course (2021)
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Duration
Part-time 8 months intensiveLocation
OnlineFees
AU$3,600 per course (2021)
Next intake
January, March, May, July, September, October
Overview
Gain essential data and analytical skills
This course gives people with a non-technical background the critical foundations of programming, analytics, data wrangling and visualisation that employers are demanding now. The courses in this program are also foundation courses of the Master of Data Science Strategy and Leadership.
Designed for emerging data-driven leaders
This program is for functional and data-driven specialists who see expanding career opportunities if they upskill their data science capabilities.
The Online Graduate Certificate in Data Science has been created for consultants, business, marketing, data, financial, product, and web analysts, and for those who seek to create their own unheard-of roles from the endless opportunities big data and technology presents.
Your online study experience
Study in an authentic and supportive online environment where you’ll have access to world-leading academics and build meaningful professional networks. Gain up-to-the-minute content in an interactive and engaging way, and apply what you learn immediately to your business and career.
Study on campus
The Graduate Certificate in Data Science is also available at the Melbourne City campus.
Details
Why the RMIT Online Graduate Certificate of Data Science?
The Graduate Certificate in Data Science is designed to give people with a non-technical background the critical foundations of programming, analytics, data wrangling and visualisation and communication that employers are demanding now. You will learn how to refine questions that the organisation must answer, to select the right approaches and to find or guide others to those answers.
It’s designed for emerging digital leaders who see expanding career opportunities if they upskill their DSA capabilities. It’s for future consultants, business intelligence, marketing, data, product, and web analysts, and for those who seek to create their own unheard-of role from the endless opportunities that the digital disruption presents.
The courses in this program are also foundation courses of the Master of Data Science Strategy and Leadership, should you wish to continue your studies and further to become a senior DSA leader. Alternatively, you could continue on a more technical path with the on-campus Master of Analytics or Master of Data Science.
The 100% online, now accelerated program means your learning – and graduation – is fast-tracked and focused. You can enrol in any one of our six, seven-week teaching periods each year.
The online program comprises eight core courses, and four elective courses picked from one or multiple concentration areas. You complete one course per teaching period, accessible through RMIT University's online learning portal, myRMIT.
You can view online resources and learning activities, access course materials via Canvas, collaborate with lecturers and fellow students, and access your student email account anywhere, anytime.
Our online learning platform is purpose-built and brings authenticity to your learning experience, available using your laptop, tablet or smartphone. Coursework is delivered in an engaging way and easy to follow.
You will also have access to discussion boards, online forums, electronic assignment submission, the library and business journals.
Australian Student Visas
RMIT's online Graduate Diploma does not meet Australian student visa requirements. For an Australian student visa, you must have an on-campus place in a program of study. Find out more about RMIT's on-campus programs.
Designed with industry, for industry
The Graduate Certificate of Data Science has been designed by experienced academics in collaboration with leading DSA practitioners and companies. You’ll be learning best practice and industry standards from data science professionals, using real-world case studies, examples and problems.
The program has been validated and tooled with industry partners such as Tableau. It has been co-designed with industry leaders of data science, including:
- Felipe Flores, Founder of Data Futurology, ex-Head of Data Science at ANZ
- Andrew Wilson-Ann, Consultant, ex-Head of Business Initiatives at ANZ
- Stephen Duckett, Director of Health Program at the Grattan Institute
- Simon Dunstall, CSIRO Research Program Director
- 8 months, intensive part-time
What will you study?
The RMIT Graduate Certificate in Data Science comprises four core courses:
- Practical Data Science*
- Applied Analytics
- Data Visualisation and Communication
- Data Wrangling
*From Study Period 1, 2020 this course will be re-named Practical Data Science with Python
Career
RMIT’s Graduate Certificate in Data Science has been designed by industry experts to enhance your credibility amongst data scientists and with business leaders. In addition to future-proofing your data science practices, you’ll develop the soft skills to lead and influence in this age of digital disruption.
Some positions to move into after studying this qualification include:
- Head of Digital, Data and Technology
- Data Science and Analytics Director
- Chief Technical Officer
- Chief Marketing Officer
- Head of Customer Insights
Admissions
An Australian Bachelor degree (AQF 7) or equivalent from a recognised tertiary institution
OR
No formal qualification but a minimum of 5 years Full-Time Equivalent (FTE) work experience in any industry setting.
If you wish to have industry or employment experience assessed as part of meeting the entry requirements you will need to provide a detailed CV/resume listing previous positions, dates of employment and position responsibilities; a statement from your employer confirming these details (or contact details of employer so RMIT can seek confirmation); and evidence of any relevant professional development undertaken.
An Australian Bachelor degree (AQF 7) or equivalent from a recognised tertiary institution
OR
No formal qualification but a minimum of 5 years Full-Time Equivalent (FTE) work experience in any industry setting.
To study this program you will need to complete one of the following English proficiency tests:
- IELTS (Academic): minimum overall band of 6.5 (with no individual band below 6.0)
- TOEFL (Paper Based Test): minimum score of 580 (TWE 4.5)
- TOEFL (Internet Based Test - IBT): minimum overall score of 92 (with minimum of 20 in all sections)
- Pearson Test of English (Academic) (PTE (A)): minimum score of 58 (with no communication band less than 50)
- Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): minimum of 176 with no less than 169 in any component
For detailed information on English language requirements and other proficiency tests recognised by RMIT, visit English language requirements and equivalency information.
Don't meet the English language test scores? Complete an Advanced Plus Certificate at RMIT English Worldwide.
Pathways
Fees
2021 tuition fees are AU$3,600 per course, totalling AU$14,400 for four courses.
Fees apply to 2021 only.
In addition to tuition fees, you will be charged an annual student services and amenities fee (SSAF) based on your enrolment load, which is used to maintain and enhance services and amenities that improve your experience as an RMIT student. Eligible local students can apply for an SA-HELP loan to defer payment of their SSAF.
For more information about calculating your actual SSAF see Paying SSAF.
Some students may be eligible to apply to defer payment of some or all of their tuition fees via the Commonwealth Government’s FEE-HELP loan scheme.
Visit our HELP loans page for lots of useful information about eligibility, how to apply and payment. You can apply for FEE-HELP once you have enrolled in a program.
HELP loans are not available to international students.