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Postgraduate · Data Science & AI · 📍 Auckland, New Zealand

Master of Data Science Data Science

University of Auckland

Duration
18 months Full-time
Next intake
February 2027
Indicative annual fee
NZ$55,000 / year
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Course overview

Auckland's data science master's combines statistics and computer science in one degree, ending in a substantial applied project usually run with an external organisation.

It accepts graduates from quantitative backgrounds beyond computing, and New Zealand's three-year post-study work visa applies to master's graduates.

Key modules

  • Statistical Modelling
  • Machine Learning
  • Data Wrangling and Visualisation
  • Big Data Systems
  • Ethics and Data Governance
  • Applied Data Science Project

Entry requirements

Academic

A bachelor's degree in statistics, computer science, mathematics or another quantitative field, with programming experience and a good grade average.

English language

  • IELTS: 6.5 overall, with no band below 6.0
  • TOEFL iBT: 90 overall
  • PTE Academic: 62 overall

Not quite meeting these? Ask about a foundation or pathway route — your counsellor advises on those too.

Intakes

Apply roughly 6 to 12 months before your intended start for the widest choice of places and scholarships.

  • 🗓️ February 2027
  • 🗓️ July 2027

Career prospects

Roles this programme prepares you for. Your counsellor can also advise on post-study work routes in New Zealand.

  • Data Scientist
  • Machine Learning Engineer
  • Analytics Consultant
  • Business Intelligence Analyst
  • Research Analyst

Post-study work in New Zealand: Up to 3 years. Read the New Zealand student visa guide.

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Master of Data Science Data Science: your questions, answered

What are the entry requirements for Master of Data Science Data Science at University of Auckland?

A bachelor's degree in statistics, computer science, mathematics or another quantitative field, with programming experience and a good grade average. English language: IELTS 6.5 overall, with no band below 6.0; TOEFL iBT 90 overall; PTE Academic 62 overall. Your Tutopiya counsellor checks your specific qualifications against these requirements before you apply.

How much does Master of Data Science Data Science cost?

Indicative tuition is NZ$55,000 / year for international students. Fees are set by the university and can change between intakes, so your counsellor confirms the exact figure before you apply. Tutopiya's own counselling and application service is for a flat SGD 50.

When can I start Master of Data Science Data Science?

This course has intakes in February 2027, July 2027. Applying 6 to 12 months ahead gives you the widest choice of places and scholarships.

What does the placement service cost?

A flat SGD 50, billed as two monthly instalments of SGD 25. That covers everything: counselling, university matching, application support and guidance right up to your offer. There are no hidden extras, no agent fees and no commission on your tuition, because our counselling is funded by our university partners, the SGD 50 only covers administration. Separately, you pay the university’s own tuition or semester fees directly to the university after you accept your offer.

What exactly do you help with?

Everything from start to finish: understanding your options, shortlisting the right programme, preparing your application and personal statement, submitting to the university, and guiding you through the offer, enrolment and visa paperwork, all with a dedicated counsellor.

Which universities can you place me into?

We place students into a range of UK and international universities, and we shortlist the best-fit options for your grades, budget and goals rather than pushing a single school. On some pages we run dedicated SGD 50 placement drives for a specific partner university, and we are always adding more partners. Tell us your goals and your counsellor will map out your options.

Do I need my final results before I apply?

No. We work from predicted grades, so you can start the process well before results day and secure a conditional offer. Once your final grades are in, we help you confirm your place.