Major Postgraduate

Artificial Intelligence and Data Science

Major details for:
Murdoch code
MJ-AID
Study mode
Full Time or Part Time
What is a Major?
A major is your primary area of focus within a degree. It determines the core subjects you'll study and the skills you'll master.

Major overview

Prepare for the workforce across a range of sectors. Whether you’re a graduate from an information technology degree or from another discipline, this course is designed to give you the technical skills needed to harness innovative solutions to industry challenges. You’ll gain knowledge and skills in the area of AI and data science and learn about emerging and future technologies, machine learning and AI techniques, data and business analysis, and data mining.

With a growing demand for AI and data specialists, having a unique skill set in data driven AI modellings and data analytics will give you the competitive advantage needed to succeed in the future workplace.

3 reasons to study Artificial Intelligence and Data Science at Murdoch

  1. Make use of our brand-new IT Innovation Hub, a cutting-edge learning teaching and research facility, fitted out with the latest mixed and augmented reality equipment, operational data centre and high-performance computing capabilities.
  2. This course has been designed in collaboration with industry partners with an emphasis on effective communication and the development of solutions to complex real-world IT problems.
  3. Learn from information technology experts and industry advisors as they share their experience and insights from a range of perspectives.

Develop your skillsfur

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

  • AI techniques
  • Data science methods
  • Machine learning techniques
  • Software tools that create efficient AI solutions
  • Advanced computational and statistical tools

Your future career

There is a critical need for modern IT professionals responsible for establishing, maintaining and developing information systems in a wide range of sectors including commerce, telecommunications, health, education, architecture, mining, engineering, law and government and non-government organisations. Careers could include:

  • AI Specialist
  • Machine Learning Specialist
  • Machine Learning Consultant
  • Data Scientist
  • Data Analyst
  • Business Analyst

Start dates

Starting period Location Face to Face Online Mixed mode
Semester 1, 2026 Murdoch Yes No No
Semester 2, 2026 Murdoch Yes No No
Semester 1, 2027 Murdoch Yes No No
Semester 2, 2027 Murdoch Yes No No

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Starting period Location Face to Face Online Mixed mode
Semester 1, 2026 Murdoch Yes No No
Semester 2, 2026 Murdoch Yes No No
Semester 1, 2027 Murdoch Yes No No
Semester 2, 2027 Murdoch Yes No No

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Start dates (Transnational)

Starting period Location Face to Face Online Mixed mode
Trimester 1, 2026 Kaplan Higher Education Academy Pte. Ltd No No Yes
Trimester 2, 2026 Kaplan Higher Education Academy Pte. Ltd No No Yes
Trimester 3, 2026 Kaplan Higher Education Academy Pte. Ltd No No Yes
Trimester 1, 2027 Kaplan Higher Education Academy Pte. Ltd No No Yes
Trimester 2, 2027 Kaplan Higher Education Academy Pte. Ltd No No Yes
Trimester 3, 2027 Kaplan Higher Education Academy Pte. Ltd No No Yes

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Major Structure

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How to Apply

Majors are part of a degree and can't be applied on their own. Apply for a related degree first, then choose your major once enrolled.

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