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Bachelor of Applied Data Analytics - North Terrace Campus, Waite Campus

  • Domestic
  • International
  • Duration

    3 years full-time or part-time equiv.
  • Start Dates

    February and July
  • Location

    North Terrace Campus Waite Campus
  • Duration

    3 years full-time or part-time equiv.
  • Start Dates

    February and July
  • Location

    North Terrace Campus Waite Campus

About Degree

Drive evidence-based decision-making

For decision-makers, data is gold. But only if it can be interpreted accurately. All around the world, in every industry, employers are seeking true data analysts—professionals with not only statistical expertise, but the ability to ‘see’ new solutions in oceans of numbers.

Our new Bachelor of Applied Data Analytics will help you step into this critical role in one of seven specialist areas: agriculture, economics, environment, geosciences, physics, bioinformatics or public health.

What will you do?

The degree is unique in Australia, in combining big-data analytics training with decision science. In addition to acquiring a firm grounding in data handling and management, you’ll gain high-level skills in:

  • advanced data analysis
  • statistical inference, including using machine learning
  • developing new models of complex problems
  • quantitative decision-making
  • applying data analysis to develop organisational strategies for sustainable success.

You’ll also undertake a significant research project in your final year.

Where could it take you?

You’ll be well equipped to help organisations in your chosen area of specialisation identify opportunities for improvement and growth. You could work in government, consultancies or large corporations, at home or abroad. Or perhaps you’ll apply your knowledge to drive decision-making in a venture of your own.


Entry Requirements

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  • Domestic
  • International

    Domestic applicants

    Admissions information

    SATAC Codewww.satac.edu.au 
    Guaranteed Entry Score - ATAR75
    Guaranteed Entry Score - IB26
    DefermentYes - 2 year
    IntakeFebruary and July
    PrerequisitesSACE Stage 2 Mathematical Methods. IB: Mathematics: Applications and Interpretations (HL) or Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches (SL)

    MathTrackX is an online bridging program available as a recognised alternative to Mathematical Methods.

    Please note: SACE Stage 2 Physics and/or Specialist Mathematics are prerequisites for some first year courses.
    Selection Criteria
    Recent Secondary EducationApplicants with recent secondary education are those whose admission is primarily based on the completion of Year 12 within the last two years, however if you completed your secondary education more than two years ago, you may still be able to be considered on the basis of your secondary schooling. You must not have completed more than 2 years full time equivalent university study (48 units). You compete for a place with your Selection Rank (ATAR plus any applicable adjustment factors).

    Indigenous applicants may be eligible for entry through the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Access Pathway. See Wirltu Yarlu for further information.
    Higher Education StudyYou must have completed at least six months full time equivalent higher education study (the number of courses and units will vary depending on your prior institution however at the University of APSB, this equates to 4 courses / 12 units). A Grade Point Average (GPA) is calculated for each separate program you have undertaken (apart from some double degree programs where the GPA is combined). You compete on the basis of your best GPA.

    Indigenous applicants may be eligible for entry through the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Access Pathway. See Wirltu Yarlu for further information.
    Vocational Education and Training (VET) studyYou must have completed an AQF Certificate IV or above from a Registered Training Organisation. Your application will be ranked according to the level of the award.

    Indigenous applicants may be eligible for entry through the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Access Pathway. See Wirltu Yarlu for further information.
    Work and life experienceTo be eligible to sit the Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) as as pathway for entry, you must be 18 years or over before 1 February 2022. If you have studied at higher education level in the last two years (for 2022 entry this means you were enrolled in either 2021 or 2020), you must not have accumulated more than a TOTAL of 2 years full-time (or part-time equivalent) higher education study (ie. including any study prior to 2020). If you meet this criteria, you will be ranked according to your result in the Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT). Your STAT result is not weighted between verbal and quantitative components.

    Indigenous applicants may be eligible for entry through the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Access Pathway. See Wirltu Yarlu for further information.
    Other Entry Pathways


    2022 Admissions Data for school leavers
    ATAR
    (raw ATAR, excluding any applicable adjustment factors)
    Lowest ATAR to receive an offerN/A
    Median ATAR to receive an offerN/A
    Highest ATAR to receive an offerN/A
    Selection Rank
    (ATAR plus any adjustment factors)
    Lowest Selection Rank to receive an offerN/A
    Median Selection Rank to receive an offerN/A
    Highest Selection Rank to receive an offerN/A
    Minimum eligibility score65
    Additional criteria consideredSelection rank only


    International applicants

    CRICOS0100937
    IntakeFebruary and July
    Australian Year 12SACE Stage 2 Mathematical Methods. IB: Mathematics: Applications and Interpretations (HL) or Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches (SL)

    MathTrackX is an online bridging program available as a recognised alternative to Mathematical Methods.

    Please note: SACE Stage 2 Physics and/or Specialist Mathematics are prerequisites for some first year courses.
    Additional Entry RequirementsGPA of 4.0
    Selection Criteria
    English Language Requirements

    Australian Year 12Successful completion of an Australian year 12 qualification with a minimum pass in an accepted English language subject
    English Tests accepted by the University of APSB
    IELTSOverall 6.5Reading 6Listening 6Speaking 6Writing 6





    TOEFLOverall 79Reading 13Listening 13Speaking 18Writing 21





    PearsonOverall 58Reading 50Listening 50Speaking 50Writing 50





    C1 AdvancedOverall 176Reading 169Listening 169Speaking 169Writing 169





    Qualifications that meet minimum English requirementsA range of alternative qualifications may meet the University’s minimum English requirements
    Academic Entry Requirements

    Detailed information on international qualifications assessment

    Secondary School QualificationsAustralia – Selection Rank (International)70
    International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma24
    Canada – OSSD Ontario Secondary School Diploma65%
    Canada – British Columbia Certificate of Graduation65%
    Canada – Alberta High School Diploma74%
    China – Gaokao60%
    Germany – Abitur3.70
    GCE A Levels7
    Hong Kong – HKDSE17
    India – ISC & CBSE65%
    India - Indian State Board Examinations75%
    Indonesia – SMA380%
    Kenya – Certificate of Secondary EducationB+
    Kuwait – General School Secondary Certificate70%
    Malaysia – STPM or Matrikulasi2.67
    Malaysia – UEC25
    South Korea – CSAT and High School Diploma300
    Sri Lanka – GCE A Levels8
    Taiwan – GSAT and High School Diploma64%
    Thailand – Certificate of Secondary Education3.2
    USA – SAT1100
    USA – Advanced Placement (AP)6
    Vietnam – Upper Secondary School8.00
    The University of APSB College Foundation Program70%
    Eynesbury Foundation Program339
    ANU College Foundation Studies59%
    Monash College Foundation Year MUFY64%
    Trinity College Foundation Studies Program (The University of Melbourne)70%
    UNSW Foundation Year6.40
    UQ College Foundation Studies Program4.00
    Taylors College – The University of Sydney Foundation Program (USFP)6.50
    UWA College Foundation Program (WAUFP)54%
    Non–Go8 Foundation Score70%


Fees and Scholarships

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  • Domestic
  • International

    Domestic applicants

    Indicative annual tuition fees
    Commonwealth-supported place: $9,875

    Where the standard duration of the program is less than one year the full cost of the program is displayed.

    More information on Student Contribution Amounts.

    Scholarships

    These scholarships, as well as many others funded by industry and non-profit organisations, are available to potential and currently enrolled students.


    International applicants

    Indicative annual tuition fees (24 units)International student place: $45,500

    Where the standard duration of the program is less than one year the full cost of the program is displayed.

    More information on International Student tuition fees.

    Scholarships

    These scholarships, as well as many others funded by industry and non-profit organisations, are available to potential and currently enrolled students.


Careers

Career Readiness

Direct access to industry leaders and paid internship opportunities: The Academy by Deloitte

Students who as part of their studies take part in The Academy by Deloitte experience will have the benefit of undertaking a paid internship with Deloitte. This internship is designed to shape their business readiness through significant real-world client exposure, access to multiple networking opportunities and relevant professional training.

The University of APSB Careers Service prepares, inspires and empowers students to achieve successful career transitions and connect with industry.

Potential careers

Agricultural Consultant, Agriculture, Agricultural Service Industry, Agronomist, Analytical Chemist, Market Researcher, Banker, Bioinformatician, Bioinformatics, Business Analyst, Business Consultant, Business Data Analyst, Data Analyst, Data Engineer, Data scientist , Scientific Data Analyst, Statistician, Strategic Analyst, Strategist, Information Analyst, Information Management Officer, Information Officer, Information Technologist ...


Degree Structure

To qualify for the degree of Bachelor of Applied Data Analytics, the student must complete satisfactorily a program of study consisting of the following requirements with a combined total of not less than 72 units:

  1. Core courses to the value of 33 units in applied data analytics within their chosen stream including a capstone project course to the value of 3 units.
  2. One major to the value of 12 units chosen from the following:
    • Agriculture
    • Bioinformatics
    • Economics
    • Environment
    • Geosciences
    • Physics
    • Public health
  3. Electives to the value of 27 units based on the chosen major.

Areas of Specialisation

A major is a great way to specialise and pursue topics of interest without narrowing future options. Majors are available across the following areas:

  • Agriculture
  • Bioinformatics
  • Economics
  • Environment
  • Geosciences
  • Physics
  • Public health
By clicking here you will be able to view all of the current study plans.

Example Study Plan

Core Courses
To satisfy the requirements for the Bachelor of Applied Data Analytics, students must complete courses to the value of 33 units.


Level I
All of the following courses must be completed:APP DATA 1010  Ethics and Data Management I
SCIENCE 1500  Introductory Data Science - Being Smart About Data
Courses to the value of 3 units from the following:MATHS 1004  Mathematics for Data Science
MATHS 1012  Mathematics IB
Courses to the value of 3 units from the following:ECON 1008  Data Analytics I
STATS 1000  Statistical Practice I
STATS 1005  Statistical Analytics and Modelling I
Level II
All of the following courses must be completed:APP DATA 2010  Data Handling and Visualisation II
APP DATA 2015  Data Taming and Prediction
APP DATA 2020  Programming II
STATS 2107  Statistical Modelling and Interference II
Level III
All of the following courses must be completed:APP DATA 3020  Capstone Project in Applied Data Analytics III
STATS 3001  Statistical Modelling III
STATS 3022  Data Science III

Majors
AgricultureTo satisfy the requirements for the Agriculture major, students must complete courses the following courses:
  • AGRIC 3515WT  Agricultural Experimental Design and Analysis III
  • AGRONOMY 3012RW  Innovation in Agronomy III
and courses to the value of 3 units from the following:
  • AGRIC 3530WT  Horticultural Production and Quality III
  • AGRIBUS 3500WT  Agricultural Economics and Policy III
  • PLANT SC 3505WT  Soil and Plant Nutrition III
  • PLANT SC 3530WT  Food Production in a Future Climate III
and courses to the value of 3 units from the following:
  • SPATIAL 3007WT  GIS for Environmental Management III
  • SPATIAL 3010  Earth Observation III
  • SPATIAL 3020WT  GIS for Agriculture and Natural Resource III
BioinformaticsTo satisfy the requirements for the Bioinformatics major, students must complete the following courses:
  • BIOINF 3000  Bioinformatics III
  • BIOINF 3010  Genomics Applications III
and courses to the value of 6 units from the following:
  • BIOCHEM 3520  Cancer, Stem Cells, and Development (Theory) III
  • GENETICS 3520  Gene Expression and Human and Developmental Genetics (Theory) III
  • MICRO 3520  Infection and Immunity B (Theory) III
EconomicsTo satisfy the requirements for the Economics major, students must complete the following courses:
  • ECON 3525  Economic Policy Analysis III
and courses to the value of 9 units from the following:
  • ECON 3500  Resource and Environmental Economics III
  • ECON 3501  Development Economics III
  • ECON 3503  Game Theory III
  • ECON 3506  International Trade III
  • ECON 3508  Public Economics III
  • ECON 3510  International Finance III
  • ECON 3511  Money, Banking and Financial Markets III
  • ECON 3516  Industrial Organisation III
  • ECON 3519  Mathematical Economics III
  • ECON 3530  Applied Econometrics III
EnvironmentTo satisfy the requirements for the Environment major, students must complete the following courses:
  • ENV BIOL 3510  Research Methods in Ecology III
  • ENV BIOL 3121  Concepts in Ecology III
and courses to the value of 3 units from the following:
  • ENV BIOL 3580  Conservation Biology 3580
  • ENV BIOL 3010  Marine Ecology III
and courses to the value of 3 units from the following:
  • SPATIAL 3007WT  GIS for Environmental Management III
  • SPATIAL 3010  Earth Observation III
  • SPATIAL 3020WT  GIS for Agriculture and Natural Resource III
GeosciencesTo satisfy the requirements for the Geosciences major, students must complete the following courses:
  • GEOLOGY 3013  Tectonics III
  • GEOLOGY 3022  Geophysics IIIA: Potential Fields and Geothermics
  • GEOLOGY 3023  Geophysics IIIB: Electromagnetics and Seismology
and courses to the value of 3 units from the following:
  • SPATIAL 3007WT  GIS for Environmental Management III
  • SPATIAL 3010  Earth Observation III
  • SPATIAL 3020WT  GIS for Agriculture & Natural Resource III
PhysicsTo satisfy the requirements for the Physics major, students must complete the following courses:
  • PHYSICS 3002  Experimental Physics III
  • PHYSICS 3542  Physics III
and courses to the value of 3 units from the following:
  • PHYSICS 3532  Atmospheric and Astrophysics III
  • PHYSICS 3540  Optics and Photonics III
Public HealthTo satisfy the requirements for the Public Health major, students must complete all of the following courses:
  • PUB HLTH 3010  Practical Epidemiology in Health Sciences
and courses to the value of 9 units from the following:
  • HLTH SC 3014  Work Integrated Learning (Public Health)
  • PUB HLTH 3006EX  International Public Health Experience 2
  • PUB HLTH 3007  Nutrition: Ideology, Individuals and Industry
  • PUB HLTH 3008  Health Care Systems: Structure, Policy and People
  • PUB HLTH 3009  Experiments with Humans
  • PUB HLTH 3122  International Health III
  • PUB HLTH 3124  Health Promotion III

Assessment

Assessments will be varied from course to course, the program also includes a capstone project within the third year.


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