Bachelor of Data Analytics

Data is everywhere. It drives businesses, the economy and everyday life. In a growing market, having the knowledge and skills to analyse and understand data will make you a valuable member of any team in a range of industries.

A Bachelor of Data Analytics not only prepares you for the real-world, but you'll be equipped with the technical and analytical skills needed to succeed in the workforce.

In this course, you'll explore core technical, analytical, organisational, interpersonal and communication skills needed in a variety of organisational, scientific and business contexts.

Along with the opportunity to undertake industry internships or projects, which provide highly regarded industry experience, you will also specialise in an area of focus that interests you, including data science or business intelligence.

As a Murdoch student, you'll have access to great scholarships like the $15,000 Westpac Young Technologists Scholarship Program, which can lead to networking opportunities with industry professionals and career opportunities before you graduate.

3 reasons to study Data Analytics at Murdoch

1. Study a unique course that brings together the business, IT and maths skills and knowledge required to be successful in a career in data analytics, at the number one rated public university in WA for median graduate salary for engineering and technology (The Good Universities Guide, 2023).
2. Gain experience using industry software like Tableau and Power BI, while also getting real-world experience in our IT Innovation Hub, which includes a networking and gaming facility, a mixed and augmented reality studio, cyber security and networking labs.
3. This course has a deep focus on business, meaning you can combine your knowledge of data analytics and apply these skills to the business industry.

What you'll learn

Build essential skills and knowledge to meet your career or study goals. Topics you'll cover include:

• Systems analysis and design
• Data management
• Numerical and statistical analysis
• Decision making in business contexts

Your career

When you graduate you could find yourself working in a range of different industries. Some careers could include:

• Business Intelligence Analyst
• Data Analyst
• Data Analytics Consultant
• Marketing Analyst
• IT Systems Analyst

Your document checklist

Ready to apply? Before you start, make sure you have all the following documentation ready for a quick application.

Compulsory documents

Evidence that you meet Academic entry and English language requirements such as:

• Official Academic Transcripts and Certificates of Completion (of your highest academic study)
• ATAR results (if available)
• STAT results (if applicable)
• Evidence of meeting the minimum English language requirements
• School leavers applying for an Early Offer submit their Year 11 and 12 most recent high school report via TISC

Recommended documents (if applicable)

1. Change of name documentation
2. Marriage certificate
3. Unit outlines if applying for Advanced Standing

Your document checklist

Ready to apply? Before you start, make sure you have all the following documentation ready for a quick application.

Compulsory documents

1. Evidence that you meet Academic entry and English language requirements such as:
   • Official Academic Transcripts and Certificates of Completion (of your highest academic study) both original and English translated versions.
   • Evidence of meeting the minimum English language requirements
2. GTE documents (if applicable) - Check the GTE requirements page for further information
   • GTE Form 2
   • Personal Statement (SOP)
   • Up to date Curriculum Vitae
3. A copy of your Passport

Recommended documents

1. A copy of your visa documents (if available)
2. A copy of any past visa rejection documents (if applicable)
3. Packaged offer letter (if applicable)
4. Sponsorship documents if you study will be sponsored
5. Unit outlines if applying for Advanced Standing