Data Sciences

Browse careers that are in demand now and meet Australia’s future workforce needs.

Data Analyst

A Data Analyst interprets data to improve business practices, identifying trends, preparing reports, and recommending strategies based on analysis.

Avg yearly income $93,600
Skill level Advanced

Data Scientist

A Data Scientist analyses trends in data to inform organisational decisions, using models and algorithms to predict future trends.

Avg yearly income $127,400
Skill level Advanced

Machine Learning Engineer

Machine Learning Engineers develop and implement algorithms to solve problems, optimising models and collaborating with teams for data-driven solutions.

Avg yearly income $109,980
Skill level Advanced

Big Data Engineer

A Big Data Engineer designs and implements data processing systems, ensuring data integrity while optimising processes and collaborating with data scientists.

Avg yearly income $139,776
Skill level Advanced

Research Assistant

Research Assistants support studies by gathering data, conducting reviews, assisting experiments, preparing reports, and ensuring accurate analysis.

Avg yearly income $62,400
Skill level Advanced

Geospatial Scientist

A Geospatial Scientist analyses spatial data using technologies like GIS and remote sensing to solve geographical problems and support planning.

Avg yearly income $93,600
Skill level Advanced

Research Officer

Research Officers manage research projects, translating findings into actionable insights for various business areas, requiring strong analytical skills.

Avg yearly income $92,976
Skill level Advanced

Computational Linguist

A Computational Linguist develops algorithms for computers to understand language, using NLP, AI, and machine learning in various organisations.

Avg yearly income $88,400
Skill level Advanced

Predictive Modeller

Predictive Modellers analyse data to forecast trends, using statistical techniques to provide insights that aid decision-making across industries.

Avg yearly income $119,600
Skill level Advanced

Researcher

Researchers gather and analyse data in various fields, publishing findings to advance knowledge and inform industry practices.

Avg yearly income $109,980
Skill level Advanced
Source: Jobs and Skills Australia

Courses in data sciences

All skill levels Beginner Experienced

Software Engineering: Transform
Online
12 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Software Architect Software Engineer Cloud Engineer
Data Engineer Full Stack Developer Backend Developer Devops Engineer Machine Learning Engineer
+ 5 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Software Architect Software Engineer Cloud Engineer Data Engineer Full Stack Developer Backend Developer Devops Engineer Machine Learning Engineer + 5 more

Data Analytics: Transform
Online
12 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Insights Analyst Reporting Analyst Data Scientist
Business Analyst Data Insights Analyst Marketing Analyst
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Insights Analyst Reporting Analyst Data Scientist Business Analyst Data Insights Analyst Marketing Analyst + 3 more

Data Analytics with Python: Elevate
Online
6 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Business Analyst Data Scientist Business Intelligence Analyst
Data Analyst Data Engineer SQL Developer Machine Learning Engineer Data Miner
+ 5 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Business Analyst Data Scientist Business Intelligence Analyst Data Analyst Data Engineer SQL Developer Machine Learning Engineer Data Miner + 5 more

Data Analytics: Elevate
Online
6 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Insights Analyst Data Analyst Business Intelligence Analyst
Business Analyst Data Insights Analyst
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Insights Analyst Data Analyst Business Intelligence Analyst Business Analyst Data Insights Analyst + 2 more

Professional Certificate of Competency in Digital Twins and Simulation Monitoring
Online
3 months
$1,581
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Urban Planner Maintenance Engineer Systems Engineer
Data Analyst Construction Project Manager Automation Engineer Grid Engineer
+ 4 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Urban Planner Maintenance Engineer Systems Engineer Data Analyst Construction Project Manager Automation Engineer Grid Engineer + 4 more

Professional Certificate of Competency of Data Engineering Foundations
Online
3 months
$1,581
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Data Analyst Database Administrator Data Engineer
Data Architect Business Intelligence Developer Integration Developer Machine Learning Engineer Big Data Engineer
+ 5 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Data Analyst Database Administrator Data Engineer Data Architect Business Intelligence Developer Integration Developer Machine Learning Engineer Big Data Engineer + 5 more

Professional Certificate of Competency in Industrial Internet of Things (IoT)
Online
3 months
$1,581
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
IoT Engineer Solutions Architect Data Analyst
Automation Engineer Network Engineer Manufacturing Engineer
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
IoT Engineer Solutions Architect Data Analyst Automation Engineer Network Engineer Manufacturing Engineer + 3 more

Professional Certificate of Competency in Smart Grids
Online
3 months
$1,581
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Power Systems Engineer Electrical Engineer Operations Manager
Data Engineer Cyber Security Specialist Systems Analyst Data Scientist Grid Engineer Energy Analyst
+ 6 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Power Systems Engineer Electrical Engineer Operations Manager Data Engineer Cyber Security Specialist Systems Analyst Data Scientist Grid Engineer Energy Analyst + 6 more

Professional Certificate of Competency in Big Data and Analytics in Electricity Grids
Online
3 months
$1,581
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Energy Analyst Data Specialist Data Scientist
Data Analyst Power Systems Engineer Operations Analyst
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Energy Analyst Data Specialist Data Scientist Data Analyst Power Systems Engineer Operations Analyst + 3 more

Certified AI Engineer Professional
Online
6 months
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Machine Learning Engineer AI Developer Junior AI Engineer
AI Architect Robotics Engineer AI Consultant Computer Vision Engineer
+ 4 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Machine Learning Engineer AI Developer Junior AI Engineer AI Architect Robotics Engineer AI Consultant Computer Vision Engineer + 4 more

Certified Data Science Professional
Online
5 months
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Data Scientist Data Analyst Machine Learning Engineer
Business Intelligence Analyst Big Data Engineer Data Engineer Quantitative Analyst
+ 4 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Data Scientist Data Analyst Machine Learning Engineer Business Intelligence Analyst Big Data Engineer Data Engineer Quantitative Analyst + 4 more

Certified AI Engineer Professional
Online
6 months
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Machine Learning Engineer AI Developer Junior AI Engineer
AI Architect Robotics Engineer AI Consultant Computer Vision Engineer
+ 4 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Machine Learning Engineer AI Developer Junior AI Engineer AI Architect Robotics Engineer AI Consultant Computer Vision Engineer + 4 more

Certified AI Engineer Professional
Online
6 months
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Machine Learning Engineer AI Developer Junior AI Engineer
AI Architect Robotics Engineer AI Consultant Computer Vision Engineer
+ 4 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Machine Learning Engineer AI Developer Junior AI Engineer AI Architect Robotics Engineer AI Consultant Computer Vision Engineer + 4 more

Certified AI Engineer Professional
Online
6 months
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Machine Learning Engineer AI Developer Junior AI Engineer
AI Architect Robotics Engineer AI Consultant Computer Vision Engineer
+ 4 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Machine Learning Engineer AI Developer Junior AI Engineer AI Architect Robotics Engineer AI Consultant Computer Vision Engineer + 4 more

Certified AI Engineer Professional
Online
6 months
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Machine Learning Engineer AI Developer Junior AI Engineer
AI Architect Robotics Engineer AI Consultant Computer Vision Engineer
+ 4 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Machine Learning Engineer AI Developer Junior AI Engineer AI Architect Robotics Engineer AI Consultant Computer Vision Engineer + 4 more

Certified Data Analytics Professional
Online
5 months
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Business Intelligence Analyst Data Scientist Data Engineer
Quantitative Analyst Market Research Analyst Operations Analyst Fraud Analyst Supply Chain Analyst
+ 5 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Business Intelligence Analyst Data Scientist Data Engineer Quantitative Analyst Market Research Analyst Operations Analyst Fraud Analyst Supply Chain Analyst + 5 more

Certified Data Science Professional
Online
5 months
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Data Scientist Data Analyst Machine Learning Engineer
Business Intelligence Analyst Big Data Engineer Data Engineer Quantitative Analyst
+ 4 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Data Scientist Data Analyst Machine Learning Engineer Business Intelligence Analyst Big Data Engineer Data Engineer Quantitative Analyst + 4 more

Certified Data Science Professional
Online
5 months
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Data Scientist Data Analyst Machine Learning Engineer
Business Intelligence Analyst Big Data Engineer Data Engineer Quantitative Analyst
+ 4 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Data Scientist Data Analyst Machine Learning Engineer Business Intelligence Analyst Big Data Engineer Data Engineer Quantitative Analyst + 4 more

Certified Data Science Professional
Online
5 months
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Data Scientist Data Analyst Machine Learning Engineer
Business Intelligence Analyst Big Data Engineer Data Engineer Quantitative Analyst
+ 4 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Data Scientist Data Analyst Machine Learning Engineer Business Intelligence Analyst Big Data Engineer Data Engineer Quantitative Analyst + 4 more

Bachelor of Information Technology
Blended, On Campus, Online
3 years
$0 - $116,700
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Solutions Architect Business Intelligence Developer Network Architect
Functional Analyst Integration Developer Cloud Architect IT Recruitment Consultant Sitecore Developer Solutions Consultant Integration Engineer IT Project Manager Head of Digital Strategy Transformation Applications Engineer UX Developer Computer Systems Engineer AI Architect Computer Architect
+ 14 more
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