Bachelor of Information Technology [B.I.T] (Data Science)
STEM Course
3 years
Full Time
On Campus
College Partner
Field of Study:
A$39,800/Yr
A$39,800 /Yr
- The Bachelor of Science in Data Science at Macquarie University is offered as a 3-year program.
- This degree is the only one of its kind in Australia that builds employability skills into the science curriculum right from the first year.
- Students can take mathematics, statistics or coding in their first year to learn the modern foundational skills relevant to future workforce needs.
- The main concepts covered under this program are:
- Mathematical Concepts for Science
- Statistical Concepts for Science
- Scientific Computing
- Computing Industry Project
- Health Placement
- Molecular Sciences Project
- The mix of theoretical and practical components opens opportunities for field trips to places such as Heron Island, Wee Jasper and New Zealand.
- In the final year, students will undertake a work-integrated learning activity with a partner organization.
- Other specializations offered by Macquarie University include:
- Applied Statistics
- Astronomy and Astrophysics
- Biology
- Chemical and Biomolecular Sciences
- Chemistry
- Cognitive Neuroscience
- Computing
- Earth and Environmental Sciences
- Ecology and Evolutionary Biology
- Geography Studies
- After completing this, students would be able to work as:
- Banking and finance manager
- Government adviser
- Head of science communications
- Policy adviser
- Project manager
- Research and development manager
- Science regulator
- Scientific entrepreneur
- Scientific researcher
- Scientific technician
- Macquarie is ranked number one in Sydney for teaching quality and overall graduate satisfaction in science (QILT, 2017).
- Students will learn how to apply for scientific-based jobs and prepare for interviews, and develop presentation, project management and other critical skills that will need to secure their dream career.
- Macquarie University ranked among the top 1% of world universities in the world (QS World University Rankings, 2020)
- Macquarie University ranked 9 in Australia for employability (QS Graduate Employability Rankings, 2020)
- Macquarie University has 5 QS stars in teaching, employability, research, facilities, internationalization, innovation, inclusiveness and specialist criteria.
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Important Dates
| Event | Application Date |
|---|---|
| Application Deadline For Term 1 | |
Tuition Fees
| Year | 1st Year Fees |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fees | A$39800 (AUD 39800) |
Previous Year Tuition Fees
| Year | 1st Year Fees |
|---|---|
| 2021 | A$38800 (AUD 38800) |
Eligibility & Entry Requirement
Academic Eligibility:
Students must have completed one or more of the following academic qualifications:
- Attained a recognized senior secondary school qualification with a minimum of 65%.
- A recognized university Foundation course
- A recognized 2 or 3-year Diploma, Advanced Diploma or Associate Degree
- At least one year of a university degree from a recognized institution
- Students with no previous formal education in English need to provide proof of English Language Proficiency through IELTS/TOEFL or any equivalent test.
Indian Eligibility:
- Students require All India Senior School Certificate (AISSC) with 65% awarded by the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE).
- Or Indian Higher Secondary Certificate (HSSC) or Indian School Certificate (ISC) with 65%.
Others:
If students do not meet the course cut-off, they will be automatically considered based on the scores of senior high school Mathematics and science subjects to assess their eligibility.
Required Document List
Following are the required documents:
- Academic Transcripts: Students have to provide full certified copies of academic transcripts.
- ELP Scores: Students have to submit their English language proficiency scores like IELTS, TOEFL other recognized English test results.
- Passport: students have to submit a copy of their valid passport.
Career and Placement after Course
After completing this program students have job opportunities in :
- Environment protection authorities
- Exploration and mining industries
- Government departments
- Hospitals
- IT companies
- Medical research centers (especially laboratories)
- National parks and conservation agencies
- Research institutions
- Telecommunication companies
Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids
| Name | Scholarship Per Student | Level of Study | Type | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ASEAN Partner Scholarship | Scholarship per studentA$ 9,095/Yr$9,095 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeCollege-Specific | |
| Macquarie Vice-Chancellor's International Scholarship Program | Scholarship per studentA$ 6,648/Yr$6,648 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeCollege-Specific | |
| BrokerFish International student scholarship | Scholarship per studentA$ 1,000/Yr$1,000 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
| QS scholarships | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
| VueVille Future Technology Scholarship | Scholarship per studentA$ 1,000/Yr$1,000 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
| Australia Awards Scholarship | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based |
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