Master Programme
Data Science
Adelaide University's Master of Data Science (the University of Adelaide and UniSA merged into Adelaide University in 2026) covers the whole data science pipeline, from collecting data to analysing, visualising and evaluating it. First year builds data and statistics fundamentals, and second year develops analytical and machine learning skills, with courses on AI integration and leadership in data science and an option to specialise in artificial intelligence. In the final year students design and deliver a project for an industry client. The degree is provisionally accredited by the Australian Computer Society. Careers include data scientist, data engineer, machine learning engineer, statistician, research scientist and data modeller.
University
University of Adelaide
Country
Australia
Level
Master
Field
Data Science
Duration
2 years full-time
Language
English
Campus
Adelaide City Campus and Mawson Lakes (some cross-campus study may be needed)
Degree
Master of Data Science (Adelaide University, program code MADSC, CRICOS 115904D)
Intake
February (Semester 1), July (Semester 2)
Application Deadline
Adelaide University has no fixed application closing date for international students in most programs, but advises applying at least three months before the start date: international admissions can take 4-6 weeks to assess an application, and you also need time to get a student visa. In the 2027 academic calendar, Semester 1 teaching starts 22 February 2027 (orientation from 8 February) and Semester 2 teaching starts 2 August 2027 (orientation from 26 July). Apply online through the International Application System or through an official Adelaide University education agent (depending on your country of citizenship, you may have to use an agent). A non-refundable A$150 application fee applies to each application.
Tuition Information
International: A$57,100 a year (indicative annual fee for international students starting in 2027, as shown on Adelaide University's 2027 international degree page). Adelaide University bases this on a standard full-time load of 48 units a year and charges by study period according to your enrolled load. Fees are reviewed every year and fees for continuing students may increase. A deposit of 50% of the annual fee is payable when you accept your offer. Overseas Student Health Cover (required for the student visa), other non-tuition costs listed by the university and living costs are extra.
Admission Requirements
- Adelaide University program code MADSC; CRICOS 115904D. Academic entry: a completed bachelor (AQF level 7) or bachelor honours (AQF level 8) degree or equivalent from a recognised higher education institution, or a completed nested or related graduate certificate (AQF level 8) or higher. A GPA equivalent to at least 4.5 on Adelaide University's 7-point scale is required. If there are more eligible applicants than places, selection is competitive
- Prerequisites: none. Assumed knowledge: pre-calculus mathematics, equivalent to Adelaide University's MATH1015 Essential Mathematics
- English: IELTS 6.5 overall with at least 6.0 in reading, writing, listening and speaking, achieved within two years before admission. Other accepted tests and alternatives (such as previous study in English, with certified evidence) are on Adelaide University's equivalent English qualifications page
- Professional recognition: provisionally accredited at professional level by the Australian Computer Society (ACS), with international recognition through the Seoul Accord subject to full accreditation