Bachelor of Science in Data Science

More than ever, employers are searching for professionals with advanced STEM skills. With job growth expected in this area – including in areas that don’t even exist yet – there’s no better time to build the scientific skills you need to create a successful, interesting and satisfying career.La Trobe's Bachelor of Science offers you foundational skills in science and the freedom to delve into your passions. Whether it's protecting endangered animals, developing new ways to treat disease or fighting climate change, you'll be ready to pursue your dream journey in science by tailoring your degree with a mix of majors and minors. As you learn from leading academics and researchers, you'll take a deep dive into science – not only scientific concepts, but also how scientists think, work and share their findings. Build skills in problem-solving, communication and collaboration – all highly sought after by employers – then use these skills to come up with innovative solutions to real-world problems.
Explain the nature and methods of contemporary scientific practice, and the interrelationship between science and society. Apply broad knowledge of science across a range of fields, with in-depth understanding of at least one scientific discipline, to analyse and evaluate investigations into real world problems. Critically evaluate information from different sources to effectively communicate scientific reasoning and results to diverse audiences. Work and learn both independently and collaboratively, and demonstrate effective teamwork to complete tasks professionally. Employ academic and professional integrity and scientific rigour in the conduct, evaluation and reporting of scientific research and practice

Learn how to collect and interpret data – the language of the modern world. Explore advanced concepts in computing, mathematics and statistics and learn to identify patterns, predict trends and support strategic decision-making that can change the way we deal with today’s challenges.

At a minimum, you need to have completed Australian Year 12 (or an accepted international equivalent) with a certain grade. You may also need to meet subject pre-requisites

English language requirement:

IELTS: Overall 6.0, no band less than 6.0; Pearson Test of English (PTE): Overall score of 46 with no communicative skill score less than 46; TOEFL Internet based (iBT): Overall score of 64 with 13 in Reading, 12 in Listening, 18 in Speaking and 21 in Writing; Cambridge Certificate of Advanced English (CAE) / Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE): 169 with no less than 169 in any component