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Dive into the dynamic world of data science

Unleash the power of data. In a world that increasingly relies on data to make impactful decisions, having expertise in extracting, visualising and interpreting complex data is highly sought-after across a wide range of industries – from energy and education to medtech and marketing. Be the driving force behind data-driven solutions needed to change minds and transform businesses, communities and countries.

  • Top 50 university for data science

    We’re placed 48th in the world to study data science and artificial intelligence according to the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2026.

  • Pioneers in the field of data science 

    When you study with us, you’ll be tapping into the collective knowledge of one of Asia Pacific’s largest cohorts of data scientists.

  • Data-driven change for social good

    We believe that data science and AI can change the world for the better. Monash Data Futures Institute is a powerful catalyst of transformative, data-driven change in governance and policy, health sciences and sustainable development.

  • A variety of course options

    With 35+ courses aligned to data science across most of our ten study areas from STEM to humanities, you can create a pathway into data science tailored to your interests. Our IT and engineering courses are professionally accredited.

THE Reputation Rankings 2022

Data science industry insights

  • job growth in Australia over the next five years

    The global market is forecast to grow significantly too, with data science jobs expected to surge almost tenfold over five years.

    Source: Seek

    11%

  • High market demand

    Data science ranks in the top five most in-demand and highest paying jobs in Australia.

    Data Science Review 2023

  • Critical skills shortage

    There is an increasing unmet demand for well-trained data science professionals across industry, research and academia.

    Source: Deloitte

AI, data and the acceleration of drug discovery

Why are there medicines that work miracles for some people and are useless, or even harmful, for others? AI could help find the answer.

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Data modelling breakthrough in the fight against antimicrobial resistance

In a world first, researchers are harnessing data science to describe and predict when resistance to antibiotics will emerge during treatment for a bacterial infection.

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Friend or foe? The problem with AI and greenwashing

Artificial intelligence is a double-edged sword that can help enhance transparency, but also perpetuate false claims about sustainability efforts.

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T cell breakthrough a step towards personalised medicine

Scientists have utilised AI to predict T cell receptors, advancing personalised medicine, and boosting immunotherapy and vaccine development.

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Olliver Fontana
Hear from our alumni

"As a data science consultant, I work with data analytics, machine learning, statistics and AI to solve problems for businesses. I have a real passion for improving education in disadvantaged areas. I've used my data science skills to help an organisation called Teach for Australia. With data targeting, I helped them find the right schools in disadvantaged areas for specially-trained teachers."

Olliver Fontana, Data Science Consultant at Rubix
Bachelor of Computer Science

What skills do employers seek?

As technology advances at an exponential rate, industries are looking for new skill sets from graduates.

Monash experts predict that fundamental human abilities like creative problem solving, collaboration, emotional intelligence and adaptability will become the new benchmark as artificial intelligence and huge data sets drive innovation in the workplace.

Explore courses aligned with a career in data science

With a wide range of study options available, we've curated a list of courses to help you carve out a career in data science. You can also browse our full range of courses including double degrees. You may even consider combining an undergraduate degree with a more specialised graduate course to broaden your career prospects.

Whichever path you choose, you'll become part of a vibrant community, learn from some of the world's brightest minds, and graduate with the transferrable skills wanted by employers across all industries.

Majors, minors and specialisations are available in some undergraduate courses. They enable you to dive deeper into your area of interest and pursue your passion.

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