Overview

Informed, evidence-based decision-making is a guiding feature of businesses in today’s data-driven world. Knowing how to understand, analyse and use data is crucial to the success of businesses across various industries.

Are you interested in enhancing your career possibilities by gaining specialised data analytical skills?

Data analysts are highly sought after. They work with senior management teams to discover ways to turn data insights into strategic goals. They increase productivity and add value to businesses.

Career

he Graduate Certificate in Data Analytics (Hons) at the University of Newcastle is designed to appeal to business professionals looking to gain detailed understanding of data analytics and how this can be used in the business world.

Leading-edge companies in every industry are recognising the importance of data analytics. and how this can influence decision-making and business strategy.

On completion, you’ll be able to work in roles such as:

Business Analyst

Business Intelligence Specialist

Data Analyst

Data and Insights Expert

Researcher

Information Security Analyst.

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Professional Practice in IT

Data Wrangling and Visualisation

Data Analytics for Business Intelligence

Predictive Analytics

Systems Thinking for an Integrated Workforce

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-05-11 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-03 00:00:00
Starting 2026-08-17 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-09 00:00:00
Starting 2027-01-27 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-11 00:00:00

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International students: It is recommended you submit your application a minimum of 12 weeks before your intended semester or trimester start date.

Language

English

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Credits

40 alternative credits

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

Newcastle, Australia

Disciplines

Data Science & Big Data Data Analytics View 26 other Masters in Data Science & Big Data in Australia

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Admission to the program will be available for applicants who have

An AQF level 7 Bachelor degree or higher tertiary qualification OR
An AQF Level 6 Advanced Diploma or Associate Degree in a cognate area plus a minimum of one year relevant experience, OR
An AQF Level 5 Diploma in a cognate area plus a minimum of two years relevant experience, OR
At least 5 years relevant professional experience

To be considered for admission based wholly or partly on professional experience, applicants must be able to demonstrate that their professional experience involves accessing/analysing/interpreting data.

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

21300 AUD / year

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Citizens or residents

11730 AUD / year

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Additional Details

If you have a Commonwealth Supported Place your study is supported by the Government
Full-fee domestic students pay vary depending on what you're studying

Funding

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