Bachelor of Science (3 years) with a specialisation in Statistical Data Science

Macquarie University

In our increasingly data-driven society, the demand for professionals who can extract insights from data is skyrocketing. While the finance industry has always relied heavily on data-driven decision-making, many other areas are experiencing a data transformation, including healthcare, marketing, sport, cybersecurity, urban planning, genomics and precision medicine, environmental sustainability and public policy.

The Statistical Data Science major will provide you with a versatile skill set that combines statistical thinking and computational techniques. Designed in consultation with Endeavour Energy, Johnson & Johnson, Macquarie Group and Seek, the major presents you with a diverse range of learning opportunities, where theoretical knowledge seamlessly merges with practical applications, hands-on experiences and exposure to real-world challenges. The field provides enormous career flexibility, making it a future-proof choice in our data-centric world.