Applied Data Science - S2010

Our Bachelor of Applied Data Science, and the Bachelor of Applied Data Science Advanced (Honours) will provide you with the skills you need to contribute to solving real-world data science challenges.

Research and analysis with big datasets is making a positive impact on our daily lives across a very wide range of disciplines.

Our Applied Data Science programs, deal with the challenges that large bodies of data present to research, industries, and society. These courses represent a key component of broader cross-faculty data science initiatives at Monash.

Data Science is one of the hottest topics in technology and is a highly in-demand field, but there is a shortage of skilled, qualified data scientists worldwide.

Our world-class staff and teaching environment will provide you with a globally recognised education and the skills to make a difference in the world of Data Science.

CAREER OUTCOMES

Upon successful completion of the degree, possible careers for graduates could include:

  • Business intelligence analyst
  • Data architect
  • Data mining engineer
  • Data scientist
  • Quantitative analyst

These careers can be in range of industries, including: Digital humanities, Energy, Natural resources and utilities, Cybersecurity, Urban planning and transport, Biotechnology and pharmaceuticals, Marketing, Engineering and robotics, Sport, Banking, Finance and insurance.

At a glance

Course Details

Location
  • On-campus at Clayton: Full time
  • On-campus at Malaysia: Full time
Duration
  • 3 years (full time)
Start date
Semester one (February) Clayton and Malaysia; Semester two (July) and October Malaysia
Qualification
Bachelor of Applied Data Science
Course Handbook

The world is changing for the better in a wide range of areas, with progress being made thanks to the research, analysis and intelligence derived from understanding large and complex datasets. Our Bachelor of Applied Data Science addresses the difficulties that science, business, health, the environment, and society face when dealing with massive amounts of data.

Entry Requirements

Entry Requirements (International students)

You need to satisfy all of the following requirements to be considered for entry into this course.

At the time of enrolment in a course at Monash University, you must be at least 17 years of age.

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All Monash undergraduate courses require you to have successfully completed a minimum of an Australian Year 12 qualification (or equivalent) and achieve the required academic entry score. Most Monash faculties generally use your most recent studies for admission however other guidelines may apply where your prior qualification may be considered.

Entry requirements for each qualification level are as follows:

All Monash undergraduate courses require you to satisfy English entry requirements in one of the following ways:

If your English test does not meet the above scores you may want to consider Monash English. Some Monash courses however do not accept Monash English.

The English measures outlined above must be completed within 3 years prior to the Monash course commencement date (other time limitations may apply as outlined in the Admission to Coursework Courses and Units Procedure). If you have completed several measures of English proficiency over a period of time, the highest valid measure will be accepted.

Monash University reserve the right to ask students to complete an English test to meet English course requirements upon request.

Further information can be located at English language requirements.

International students applying for a visa need to satisfy English requirements set by the Department of Home Affairs where these requirements and acceptable English tests differ from Monash University.

All Monash University undergraduate courses require you to have previously studied and achieved required Australian level standards in specific subject known as prerequisite subjects.

You must satisfy the following prerequisite subject requirements for this course:

*If you have completed an Australian Year 12 qualification you will be required to meet the prerequisite subject requirements that are equivalent to the VCE prerequisite subject requirements specified above.

You must satisfy the following additional requirements for this course:

Selection requirements
Courses with maths and science prerequisite subjects

If the course you are applying for requires maths and/or science as prerequisite subjects, you can meet the requirements in the following ways:

  • Australian Year 12 or International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme:

    You must meet the maths and/or science prerequisite subject required for your chosen course as specified above (if applicable).

  • Other qualifications recognised by Monash:

    If you have completed maths and/or science subjects in the relevant discipline at the required grade level, it is assumed that you have knowledge equivalent to the Australian Year 12 (VCE equivalent) prerequisite subject required for your chosen course. It is strongly recommended that you check that you have covered the assumed knowledge required for your course by completing the Assumed Knowledge Skills Analysis.

    This online activity includes multiple-choice questions based on your prior studies and helps you identify areas for revision, so you can start your course feeling confident and prepared. Once you accept your Monash offer and set up your student account you can complete the Assumed Knowledge Skills Analysis before starting your course.

These guidelines do not apply to the Bachelor of Medical Science or Doctor of Medicine, or to courses that require a tertiary-level Physiology unit: Bachelor of Pharmacy (Honours) (Graduate Entry), and Bachelor of Pharmacy (Honours) and Master of Pharmacy (Graduate Entry).

Alternative pathways

If you don't satisfy the requirements for direct entry consider these pathway options.

Entry requirements for Monash University are subject to change.

The course structure and progression map can be viewed in the Handbook.

Making the application

Future students

Semester one (February)

Students currently studying an Australian Year 12 or the International Baccalaureate in Australia, should apply online through VTAC etc.

Apply through VTAC

Current Monash students

You may apply to transfer from another Monash course. Transfers are a competitive process. You may apply mid-year for available courses however consideration will be given as to whether you will be able to follow your course progression.

Please note that if you apply for a course transfer, you should still enrol in your current course as if you were continuing so as not to jeopardise your enrolment in the Faculty if your transfer application is unsuccessful. More about Course Transfer.

Self assess for credit eligibility

Check for study credit using the "Credit search" link on the Credit for prior study page.

Fees

Fees are subject to change annually.

International fee

Fees are per 48 credit points which represents a standard full-time course load for a year. The fees for 2026 are:

A$59,600

Scholarships

We offer over 360 types of scholarships, valued at up to $280,000. Some scholarships offer one-off payments while others continue for the length of your course. Learn more about Monash Scholarships.

Other fees

The Student Services and Amenities Fee applies to some students each calendar year.

Enrolment Obligations

International students enrolling in a CRICOS-registered course can study no more than one third (33%) of their course by distance and/or online learning. Students must enrol in at least one unit that is not by distance and/or online in each compulsory study period unless the student is completing the last unit of their course. See standard 8.19 and 8.20 of National Code of Practice for Providers of Education and Training to Overseas Students 2018.

CRICOS code: 099359F

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Dr Hasan Fallahgoul

In an era defined by information, data science is the foundational language of discovery. Our programs are designed to transform curious minds into skilled architects of data, capable of extracting meaningful narratives from complexity. By integrating mathematical rigor with hands-on computational practice, we ensure our graduates don’t just observe the digital evolution—they lead it.”

DR HASSAN FALLAHGOUL

Course Director

Mehak
ALUMNI

The highlight of my Bachelor of Applied Data Science degree so far has been the hands-on projects that have allowed me to apply theoretical concepts to real-world scenarios."

MEHAK

Bachelor of Applied Data Science
Applied studies: Software development
Job: Software Enginner Graduate at NAB

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Mardi
ALUMNI

The interdisciplinary nature of this course attracted a diverse cohort from business to healthcare. I transferred to this course in my second year with no prior coding experience, and I’m graduating with employable skills, lifelong friends and confidence to begin creating meaningful impact within my chosen field of work."

MARDI

Bachelor of Applied Data Science
Applied studies: Ecology and conservation biology
Job: Senior Data Analyst at McGrathNicol

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