Degree
Major
80 credit points
Major in Statistical Data Science
Overview
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Degree/s offering this major
Bachelor of Science
Summary
Key features
- Provide innovative solutions via data-driven decision-making
Develop a mastery in the areas of data visualisation and analysis, high-dimensional statistics and statistical learning.
- Develop communication, interpersonal and project management skills
Learn how to communicate complex statistical ideas and results to stakeholders from scientific and non-scientific industries.
- Showcase your skills to potential employers
Collaborate on a genuine project with an industry partner, then communicate your insights via graphics, presentations and reports.
- Tell stories with data and play in everyone’s backyard
Gain sought-after skills for a dynamic career in diverse fields such as AI, finance, health, retail, government and eco sectors.
Career outcomes
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Major structure
What you’ll study
A major allows you to focus on an area of study, such as Statistical Data Science, within more generalist degrees. It’s recorded on your testamur and academic transcript.
Major requirements
80 credit points
Essential Units
50 credit points
Complete each unit below.
Essential units are units that you must complete to qualify for your degree.
Elective Unit
10 credit points
Complete 10CP from the following options
Elective units allow you to customise your degree by choosing units within or outside your area of study.
Elective Unit
10 credit points
Complete 10CP from the following options
Elective units allow you to customise your degree by choosing units within or outside your area of study.
Elective Unit
10 credit points
Complete 10CP from the following options
Elective units allow you to customise your degree by choosing units within or outside your area of study.
How can I study this major?
Statistical Data Science is available as a major as part of the below degree/s:
Further course details
For further details and specific course requirements, visit the Handbook >
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Career outcomes
Professions
- Biostatistician
- Business or venture analyst
- Computer systems analyst
- Corporate finance analyst
- Data analyst
- Data visualisation analyst
- Financial adviser or analyst
- Insurance analyst
- Market analyst
- Operations analyst
- Quality analyst
- Quantitative analyst
- Risk analyst
- Statistical modeller
- Statistician
Employers
- Australian Bureau of Statistics
- Banks and financial institutions
- Business analysis firms
- Consulting firms
- Government agencies and departments
- Healthcare agencies
- Hospitals
- Insurance firms
- Market research firms
- Medical companies
- Pharmaceutical companies
- Research institutes
- Sport and recreation organisations
- Statistical analysis companies
- Technology and software development companies
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