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Master of Data Science

Masters.
The University of Sydney

53

in world overall ranking*

4

in local overall ranking*
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About the course

The Master of Data Science develops advanced analytical and technical capabilities to turn complex data into actionable insights. You’ll build skills across data mining, machine learning and data visualisation, and learn to communicate findings to stakeholders to support strategic decisions. Designed for applicants with a strong quantitative background, the program blends core computing and data science study with specialist electives and a capstone or research project in data science at master’s level.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue roles that apply data-driven methods to business, research and public-sector challenges. Typical careers include data scientist, machine learning engineer, data engineer, analytics consultant, business intelligence specialist and quantitative analyst. Skills are relevant across industries such as technology, finance, health, government, retail and research-intensive organisations, where interpreting data and building predictive models are central to decision-making in a master’s-level data science qualification.


Living Costs in Sydney**


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Restaurant
(Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant)
A$ 17 - 22
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Rent per Month
(1 bedroom in City Centre)
A$ 2,207 - 2,918
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Rent per Month
(1 bedroom Outside of Centre)
A$ 1,599 - 2,115
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Transportation
(Daily)
A$ 9 - 10
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Utilities per Month
(Electricity, Mobile & Internet)
A$ 219 - 290

Average Salary***


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*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)
**Source: numbeo.com
***Source: PayScale.com (2026)

Costs

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A$57,900 per year

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Full Fee Paying: A$40,700

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Information

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2 years

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February, August

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The University of Sydney (Camperdown/Darlington campus)

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MADATASC2000

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+61 3 9663 5333

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australia@augstudy.com

Scholarships

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Up to A$40,000

tick iconAUSTRALIAN GOVERNMENT RESEARCH TRAINING PROGRAM SCHOLARSHIP (INTERNATIONAL)

Tuition fees waived

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