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Postgraduate · Data Science & AI · 📍 Melbourne, Australia

MSc Data Science

University of Melbourne

Duration
2 years Full-time
Next intake
February 2027
Indicative annual fee
A$52,400 / year
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Course overview

Designed to equip you with the technical and analytical skills required to manage and interpret large, complex datasets, bridging computer science and statistics with a robust foundation in machine learning, data mining and statistical modelling.

Students engage in practical, hands-on projects, often collaborating with industry partners, to solve real-world problems. The curriculum emphasises not just the 'how' of data analysis but also the ethical implications and the communication of complex findings to non-technical stakeholders.

Key modules

  • Statistical Machine Learning
  • Cloud Computing and Distributed Systems
  • Data Visualisation and Communication
  • Database Systems and Data Wrangling
  • Applied Data Science Research Project

Entry requirements

Academic

An undergraduate degree in a discipline containing a significant quantitative and mathematical component, with a weighted average mark of at least 65% (University of Melbourne equivalent).

English language

  • IELTS: 6.5 overall, with no band below 6.0
  • TOEFL iBT: 79 overall (W:21, S:18, R:13, L:13)
  • PTE Academic: 58, with no communicative skill below 50

Not quite meeting these? Ask about a foundation or pathway route, we advise on those free of charge.

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 Australia.

  • Data Scientist
  • Machine Learning Engineer
  • Data Engineer
  • Quantitative Analyst

Post-study work in Australia: 2–4 years (subclass 485). Read the Australia student visa guide.

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MSc Data Science: your questions, answered

What are the entry requirements for MSc Data Science at University of Melbourne?

An undergraduate degree in a discipline containing a significant quantitative and mathematical component, with a weighted average mark of at least 65% (University of Melbourne equivalent). English language: IELTS 6.5 overall, with no band below 6.0; TOEFL iBT 79 overall (W:21, S:18, R:13, L:13); PTE Academic 58, with no communicative skill below 50. Your Tutopiya counsellor checks your specific qualifications against these requirements free of charge.

How much does MSc Data Science cost?

Indicative tuition is A$52,400 / 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 completely free.

When can I start MSc 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.

Is the university placement service really free?

Yes, our service is 100% free. Counselling, university matching, application support and guidance right up to your offer cost you nothing. There are no consultation fees and no agent fees, because we are funded by our university partners. The only cost you take on is the university’s own tuition or semester fees, which you pay 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 free 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.