Master of Applied Data Science
University of Canterbury
Subject area
Mathematical Sciences not elsewhere classified
Qualification
Check out Fees Free to see whether you are eligible for a year of fees-free study or two years industry training. Contact your provider to confirm your study options meet the criteria.
Entry requirements
An approved Bachelor's degree.
About the course
What can I expect out of this qualification?
Graduates will be able to show evidence of advanced knowledge in data science. They will be able to use data to inform solutions to workplace needs and have an awareness of what can be done with the data. They will be able to plan and implement data-informed projects working both in multidisciplinary teams and independently to apply their knowledge to new situations. They will be able to engage in rigorous intellectual analysis, criticism and problem-solving and have an understanding of what programming can offer.
What graduates earn
Graduates who studied Mathematical Sciences at this level can earn:
$49,000
Median earnings one year after study
$61,000
Median earnings two years after study
$72,000
Median earnings five years after study
Status one year after study
Employment rate two years after study
50%
Employment rate two years after study
Scholarship information
Examples of related scholarships
UC Mathematics and Statistics Scholarship
Provided by:
University of Canterbury - The Scholarships Office
Website:
Value:
$1,000, $2,500 or 5,000
GCSB Women in STEM Scholarship
Provided by:
New Zealand Intelligence Community - Organisational Development New Zealand Intelligence Community
Website:
https://www.gcsb.govt.nz/working-for-us/gcsb-women-in-stem-scholarship/
Value:
The value of this award is $10,000, which can be spread over three years depending on your study plans.
This information comes from Generosity New Zealand. For more scholarships, search their givME database (formerly called BreakOut) via your college, university or local library website.
Contact details
Main Campus Office
Free phone: 0800 827 748
Phone: (03) 369 3999
Web: http://www.canterbury.ac.nz
Sources
NZQA supplies course information based on material from the provider.
MyQ is now closed. Find out more about MyQ