Data Science
Overview
Study in the discipline of Data Science is jointly offered by the School of Mathematics and Statistics in the Faculty of Science and the School of Computer Science in the Faculty of Engineering. Units of study in this major are available at standard and advanced level.
Mathematics prerequisites and Mathematics Learning Support
In 2024, some mathematics prerequisites for undergraduate students commencing in Semester 1 2025 were removed.
It has been identified that this curriculum component (Program, Major or Minor) has been affected. To ensure success, make sure you are aware of the required level of mathematics (assumed knowledge) for this curriculum component. Visit the mathematics learning support webpage, to understand your pathway to success, including the sequence of units you should complete and the support services available.
About the major
Data is an essential asset in many organisations as it enables informed decision making into many areas including market intelligence and science. In the major in Data Science, you will learn computational and analytical skill sets that stem from statistics and computer science, to manage, interpret, understand, analyse and derive key knowledge from the data.
You will develop critical thinking about data and its use, a deep understanding of the core technical skills required and an appreciation for the context in which that data was collected. At the 3000-level of study and beyond, you will develop the ability to understand problems from many disciplines and place a data-driven problem into an analytical framework, solve the problem through computational means, interpret the results and communicate them to clients or collaborators.
Requirements for completion
The Data Science major and minor requirements are listed in the Data Science unit of study table.
Honours
Honours in Data Science may be undertaken in certain appended honours degrees. Admission requirements and unit of study information can be found on the Data Science - Honours unit of study table. Read how to apply for honours as a current student.
Contact and further information
Website: School of Mathematics and Statistics
First year enquiries:
fy_maths@sydney.edu.au
Other undergraduate enquiries:
maths.schooloffice@sydney.edu.au
All enquiries: +61 2 9351 5787
Major coordinator
Professor Jean Yang
jean.yang@sydney.edu.au
