Data Science degrees

Yes, we recognise the importance of accommodating students with busy schedules, and that's why we offer flexible study options for most of our degrees in data science at UniSQ. Our online data science degrees offer the same learning experience as our on-campus programs, with a curriculum designed to equip you with the necessary knowledge and skills in this field. This can include interactive elements, such as virtual labs, discussion forums, and online collaboration tools depending on the degree you wish to study.

Discover the different ways you can study at UniSQ.

While postgraduate information technology degrees may require prior programming experience, undergraduate degrees in data science do not assume any programming knowledge. However, basic programming skills can be advantageous for success. Please check the specific entry requirements of the Information Technology degree you're interested in to determine the expectations.

Completing a data science degree at UniSQ opens a wide range of exciting career opportunities. As the demand for data scientists continues to grow, graduates can pursue diverse roles in various industries. Some potential career paths include:

• data analyst
• machine learning engineer
• artificial intelligence specialist
• data scientist
• business intelligence analyst
• data engineer
• research scientist
• predictive analyst.

These roles can be found in sectors such as technology, finance, healthcare, marketing, and government, among others. With the increasing reliance on data-driven decision-making, the job prospects for data science graduates are highly promising.

At UniSQ, we offer a wide range of data science degrees to cater to your specific interests and career goals. Here are some degrees you can consider:

Bachelor of Information Technology - Artificial Intelligence & Data Science: Learn to implement AI algorithms and techniques using high-level programming languages to solve real-world problems with UniSQ’s degrees in artificial intelligence.

Bachelor of Arts - AI and Data Science Extended: Create solutions to data science problems either individually or in teams, generating programs which apply programming strategies and data analysis techniques.

Master of Data Science - Go through advanced coursework in areas such as data mining, big data analytics, and data-driven decision-making.

Master of Information Systems - Business Analytics: Become an expert in this emerging area of study and expand your career to make an impact in data-driven business development and performance management.

By studying data science at UniSQ, you’ll have the opportunity to gain fundamental skills in the information and communications field of data science and learn to overcome the challenges of capturing, sorting and interpreting large amounts of data. Even if you come from a non-science or non-mathematics background, our data science courses will equip you with the essential skills you need to enhance or switch careers. 

Gain a strong start to your IT career with UniSQ.

• According to QS World University Rankings 2025, we are a top IT and communication technology university.
• #1 in Queensland for computer and information technology student support.*
• We are rated 5/5 stars for computer and information technology learning resources and overall educational experience.*

^{* Good Universities Guide, 2025.}