About Graduate Diploma Of Data Science (tdasc1) in Charles Darwin University
The Graduate Diploma in Data Science will further develop your technical and analytical skills needed to manage and gain useful insights from massive data sets.
This qualification complements the following multi-disciplinary areas:
Computer science
Information technology
Information systems
Statistics
Mathematics
Engineering or a program with substantial quantitative competencies
Course Structure
The course consists of core units, specialist elective units and elective units. This course is available externally by distance learning for those who are not able to attend classes on campus on a regular basis. Access to the internet is required for distance learning, with access to high speed broadband highly recommended.
Successful completion of a recognized Bachelor degree with a major in computer science, information technology, information systems, statistics, mathematics, engineering, or a program with substantial quantitative competencies.
IELTS Academic Module - A minimum overall score of 6.5 with no band less than 6.0; Australian Technology and Management College (ATMC) - Successful completion of English for Academic Purposes (EAP). Students will be required to sit an exit test on completion and achieve a score equivalent to IELTS overall 6.5; Cambridge Advanced English (CAE) - A minimum overall score of 176 with no skill below 169; Common European Framework Certificate of English Proficiency - A minimum overall grade of C1, valid for three years from the date of the test to the date of commencement at CDU; Navitas Academic English - A minimum overall pass and 65% in Academic English 3 with a 65% pass in the research essay;
Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic module - A minimum overall score of 58 with no score lower than 50;
TOEFL Internet based Test (iBT) - A minimum overall score of 79 with a minimum writing score of 21.
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Charles Darwin University Highlights
| Type |
Public |
| Campus setting |
Urban |
| Establishment year |
2003 |
| Location |
Darwin, Northern Territory |
| Number of campuses |
5 |
| Annual Endowment |
301 Million AUD |
| Academic staff |
580 |
| Total students |
20124 |
| International students |
17.5% |
| Graduate Employment |
83.39% |
| Mode of program |
On campus/ Online/ Full time/ Part time |
Charles Darwin University Average Tuition Fees And Other Expenses
- The tuition charge for each course and living expenses are included in the cost of attendance for students at Charles Darwin University.
- The cost of living for a person studying in Australia on a student visa is estimated by the Department of Home Affairs to be 21,041 AUD.
For reference, the cost breakdown is shown below:
| Program |
Tuition Fee per year |
| Bachelor’s degree |
25,328 – 33,480 AUD |
| Master’s degree |
28,104 - 34,680 AUD |
| Undergraduate associate degree |
29,616 – 33,480 AUD |
| Undergraduate diploma |
26,968 – 29,616 AUD |
| Graduate associate degree |
25,328 – 28,104 AUD |
| Graduate diploma |
32760 AUD |
- For college students in Darwin and Sydney, the cost of living may be different. Below is an estimate for both places as a guide:
| Expense |
Cost in Darwin (per week) |
Cost in Sydney (per week) |
| Food and groceries |
80-280 AUD |
80-280 AUD |
| Gas and electricity |
35-140 AUD |
35-140 AUD |
| Phone and Internet |
20-55 AUD |
20-55 AUD |
| Transportation |
7 AUD |
30-55 AUD |
| Car (if owned by students) |
150-260 AUD |
150-260 AUD |
| Entertainment expenses |
80-150 AUD |
80-150 AUD |
| Accommodation expenses |
175-227.50 AUD |
283-750 AUD |
