Master of Data Science (MDataSci)
University of Auckland · Auckland, New Zealand
Duration
18 mo
Tuition
NZD55,214/yr
sourcedJun 2026 intake
Closed
English
IELTS 6.5 overall
Course details verified 13 Aug 2026 — intakes, entry requirements and course facts · official source
Fee sourced Taken from the university's published fees page, not re-checked since — confirm it before you budget. See the university fees page.
About this programme
The Master of Data Science develops expertise in transforming data into actionable insights by combining core Computer Science and Statistics coursework. Students learn to comprehend, process and manage data effectively, becoming practitioners ready for professional roles or advanced study. Offered as a 180-point (relevant-degree entry) or 240-point pathway, full-time or part-time.
Intakes & deadlines
Autumn
Closed 08 Jun 2026 — ask us about the next intake
Entry requirements
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English
IELTS 6.5 overall
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Prerequisites
Grade Point Equivalent of 4.0 (approx B average); bachelor's degree covering Computer Science and Statistics (180-point) or relevant field (240-point)
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Documents
SOP, LOR & Resume — generate them free in 2 minutes.
This is an indicative early-career range for the whole Data Science & Analytics field in New Zealand, from official graduate-outcome data — not a figure for this programme or university, and not a guarantee of what you will earn. What you actually earn depends on the role, employer, city and your visa.
Source: Education Counts (NZ Ministry of Education) - Earnings & Destinations Detailed Data to 2016, to 2016.
Rupee figure converted at the 18 Aug 2026 mid-market rate; your bank's rate will be worse and currencies move, so use it for planning, not as the amount you will receive.
Fees & scholarships
NZD55,214/yr tuition (sourced). We confirm the exact costs and the scholarships you qualify for at University of Auckland — free, for your profile.
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Master of Data Science (MDataSci) — FAQs
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Tuition is NZD55,214/yr. Taken from the university's published fees page, not re-checked since — confirm it before you budget. We confirm the current fee and the scholarships you qualify for — free.
The main intake is March. Most universities admit on a rolling basis — we confirm the exact deadline for your profile, free.
Grade Point Equivalent of 4.0 (approx B average); bachelor's degree covering Computer Science and Statistics (180-point) or relevant field (240-point) English: IELTS 6.5 overall.
The programme runs about 18 months full-time.
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