Program Requirements
The Bachelor of Applied Data Analytics requires the completion of 144 units, of which:
A maximum of 60 units may come from completion of 1000-level courses
A minimum of 12 units of courses tagged as Transdisciplinary Problem-Solving
The 144 units must consist of:
54 units from completion of the following compulsory courses
COMP2400 Relational Databases
COMP3425 Data Mining
COMP3430 Data Wrangling
DEMO2002 Population Analysis
SOCR1001 Foundations of Social Research
SOCR3001 Data for Decision Making
SOCY3169 Online Research Methods
STAT3011 Graphical Data Analysis
STAT3040 Statistical Learning
6 units from completion of courses from the following list:
COMP1100 Programming as Problem Solving
COMP1130 Programming as Problem Solving (Advanced)
COMP1730 Programming for Scientists
6 units from completion of courses from the following list:
COMP1110 Structured Programming
COMP1140 Structured Programming (Advanced)
6 units from completion of courses from the following list:
MATH1115 Advanced Mathematics and Applications 1
STAT2001 Introductory Mathematical Statistics
STAT2013 Introductory Mathematical Statistics for Actuarial Studies
6 units from completion of courses from the following list:
STAT2008 Regression Modelling
STAT2014 Regression Modelling for Actuarial Studies
6 units from completion of courses from the following list:
SOCY2166 Social Science of the Internet
SOCY3005 Quantitative Projects for Inclusion and Diversity
Either:
6 units from completion of MATH1113 Mathematical Foundations for Actuarial Studies
6 units from completion of courses from the following list:
STAT1003 Statistical Techniques
STAT1008 Quantitative Research Methods
Or:
12 units from completion of the following courses:
MATH1003 Algebra and Calculus Methods
MATH1113 Mathematical Foundations for Actuarial Studies
Or:
12 units from completion of the following courses:
MATH1013 Mathematics and Applications 1
MATH1014 Mathematics and Applications 2
MATH1115 Advanced Mathematics and Applications 1
MATH1116 Advanced Mathematics and Applications 2
A minimum of 48 units from completion of elective courses offered by ANU
Elective Study
Once you have met the program requirements of your degree, you may have enough electives to complete an additional elective major, minor or specialisation.
Study Options
| Year 1 48 units | COMP1100 Programming as Problem Solving 6 units | MATH1013 Mathematics and Applications 1 6 units | Elective 6 units | Elective 6 units |
| COMP1110 Structured Programming 6 units | COMP2400 Relational Databases 6 units | SOCR1001 Foundations of Social Research 6 units | MATH1014 Mathematics and Applications 2 6 units | |
| Year 2 48 units | COMP3425 Data Mining 6 units | STAT2001 Introductory Mathematical Statistics 6 units | DEMO2002 Population Analysis 6 units | Elective 6 units |
| COMP3430 Data Wrangling 6 units | STAT2008 Regression Modelling 6 units | SOCY2169 | Elective 6 units | |
| Year 3 48 units | SOCR3001 Data for Decision Making 6 units | STAT3040 Statistical Learning 6 units | SOCY3005 or SOCY2166 (winter) 6 units | Elective 6 units |
| STAT3011 Graphical Data Analysis 6 units | Elective 6 units | Elective 6 units | Elective 6 units |
Admission Requirements
At a minimum, all applicants must meet program-specific academic/non-academic requirements, and English language requirements. Admission to most ANU programs is on a competitive basis. Therefore, meeting all admission requirements does not guarantee entry into the program.
In line with the university's admissions policy and strategic plan, an assessment for admission may include competitively ranking applicants on the basis of specific academic achievement, English language proficiency and diversity factors.
The University reserves the right to alter or discontinue its programs and change admission requirements as needed.
Domestic applicants
Before applying for a program, you should review the general information about domestic undergraduate admission to ANU programs and how to apply, and the program-specific information below.
- Applicants with recent secondary education are assessed on:
- completion of the Australian Senior Secondary Certificate of Education (AQF) or equivalent and the minimum Selection Rank (from their academic qualifications, plus any adjustment factors) requirement for this program; and
- English language proficiency; and
- any program-specific requirements listed below.
- Applicants with higher education study are assessed on:
- previous higher education studies; or secondary education results if the applicant has completed less than one year full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) of higher education; or the results from a tertiary preparation program; and
- English language proficiency; and
- any program-specific requirements listed below.
- Applicants with vocational education and training (VET) study are assessed on:
- previously completed VET qualifications at AQF level 5 or higher (i.e. a Diploma or above); or secondary education results if the VET qualification is not completed; and
- English language proficiency; and
- any program-specific requirements listed below.
- Applicants with work and life experience are assessed on:
- secondary education if the Australian Senior Secondary Certificate of Education (AQF) or equivalent was completed; or the Work and Life Experience Based entry scheme; and
- English language proficiency; and
- any program-specific requirements listed below.
International applicants
Applicants who complete a recognised secondary/senior secondary/post-secondary/tertiary sequence of study will be assessed on the basis of an equivalent selection rank that is calculated upon application. A list of commonly observed international qualifications and corresponding admission requirements can be found here. Applicants must also meet any program specific requirements that are listed below.
Diversity factors & English language proficiency
As Australia's national university, ANU is global representative of Australian research and education. ANU endeavours to recruit and maintain a diverse and deliberate student cohort representative not only of Australia, but the world. In order to achieve these outcomes, competitive ranking of applicants may be adjusted to ensure access to ANU is a reality for brilliant students from countries across the globe. If required, competitive ranking may further be confirmed on the basis of demonstrating higher-level English language proficiency.
Further information is available for English Language Requirements for Admission
- ATAR:
- 90
- International Baccalaureate:
- 33
Prerequisites
There are no formal program prerequisites. But assumed knowledge is:-ACT: Mathematical Methods (Major)/Further Mathematics/Specialist Mathematics (major)/Specialist Methods or NSW: HSC Mathematics Advanced or equivalent. More information about interstate subject equivalencies can be found here.
Adjustment Factors
Adjustment factors are combined with an applicant's secondary education results to determine their Selection Rank. ANU offers adjustment factors based on equity, diversity, and/or performance principles, such as for recognition of difficult circumstances that students face in their studies.
To be eligible for adjustment factors, you must have:
- achieved a Selection Rank of 70 or more before adjustment factors are applied
- if you have undertaken higher education, completed less than one year full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) of a higher education program
- applied for an eligible ANU bachelor degree program
Please visit the ANU Adjustment Factors website for further information.
Indicative fees
Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP)
For more information see: http://www.anu.edu.au/students/program-administration/costs-fees
- Annual indicative fee for international students
- $53,700.00
For further information on International Tuition Fees see: https://www.anu.edu.au/students/program-administration/fees-payments/international-tuition-fees
Fee Information
All students are required to pay the Services and amenities fee (SA Fee)
The annual indicative fee provides an estimate of the program tuition fees for international students and domestic students (where applicable). The annual indicative fee for a program is based on the standard full-time enrolment load of 48 units per year (unless the program duration is less than 48 units). Fees for courses vary by discipline meaning that the fees for a program can vary depending on the courses selected. Course fees are reviewed on an annual basis and typically will increase from year to year. The tuition fees payable are dependent on the year of commencement and the courses selected and are subject to increase during the period of study.
For further information on Fees and Payment please see: https://www.anu.edu.au/students/program-administration/fees-payments
Scholarships
ANU offers a wide range of scholarships to students to assist with the cost of their studies.
Eligibility to apply for ANU scholarships varies depending on the specifics of the scholarship and can be categorised by the type of student you are. Specific scholarship application process information is included in the relevant scholarship listing.
For further information see the Scholarships website.
The Bachelor of Applied Data Analytics is a three year full-time (or equivalent part-time) inter-disciplinary degree that is designed to address a global shortage of graduates with skills in data analytics as applied to high-quality, data-informed decision-making. It is designed to develop inter-disciplinary knowledge across the three base disciplines of computing, statistics and social science. You will receive exposure to best practice in data analytics as well as an opportunity to acquire knowledge in a discipline that relies on data analytics, or deepen knowledge in one of computation, statistics, or social science.
Career Options
ANU ranks among the world's very finest universities. Our nearly 100,000 alumni include political, business, government, and academic leaders around the world.
We have graduated remarkable people from every part of our continent, our region and all walks of life.
Employment Opportunities
BADAN graduates are in high demand due to their skills in high-quality, data-informed decision-making in areas ranging from finance, health, national security and social policy.
Learning Outcomes
- Select, adapt, apply, and communicate advanced data analytics methods and techniques;
- Apply data analytics to decision making about policy, business and service delivery;
- Examine current issues in data analytics using leading-edge research and practices in the field;
- Demonstrate strong cognitive, technical, and communication skills to work independently and collaboratively to collect, process, interpret and communicate the outcomes of data analytics problems; and
- Communicate complex data analytics outcomes to diverse audiences.
Inherent Requirements
Information on inherent requirements is currently not available for this program
Further Information
Learn more about the degrees offered at the ANU College of Engineering and Computer Science, read current student profiles to see what campus life is really like, and discover what our graduates have achieved since leaving the College: Visit the College of Engineering, Computing and Cybernetics website.
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The Bachelor of Applied Data Analytics (BADAN) can be taken as a single degree which includes a number of core and compulsory courses. The single degree also offers 48 units (eight courses) of electives that can be taken from additional computing courses, courses from elsewhere in the university, or a major or minor from another area of the university.
The BADAN can also be taken as a part of many Flexible Double Degrees.
Single degree
- This degree requires a total of 144 units (each course is typically 6 units though some may be 12 units or higher)
- Typically you will study four courses per semester (total of 24 units) for 3 years
- There are a number of core and compulsory courses
- In the single degree you have 48 units of university electives (eight courses).? These courses can be used to study more computing courses, or a major or minor from another area of the university, or a selection of courses that suits your interests.?
- If a course is included in both the BADAN core requirements and within your chosen major, minor or specialisation you are required to confirm that the course is able to be “double counted” towards both requirements. To do this you must seek written confirmation from the College offering the course that it is approved to be counted as both a BADAN core requirement AND as a major, minor or specialisation requirement. Courses are usually counted towards the BADAN core requirements. All CECS courses in majors, minors or specialisations are pre-approved to be counted toward both BADAN core requirements and major, minor or specialisation requirements.
- “Double counting” a course towards both BADAN core requirements and major, minor or specialisation requirements does not reduce the overall units required to complete the program. If a course is approved to be “double counted” you are required to make-up 6 units with an additional elective course.
- You can do a maximum of 60units of 1000 level courses in your single degree.
Double degree
- You can find your Flexible Double Degree with BADAN using the ANU degree-builder on Programs and Courses.
- Typically you will study four courses per semester (total of 24 units)
- BADAN paired with another 3 year degree (e.g. Bachelor of Design will take 4 years to complete. BADAN paired with a 4-year degree (e.g. Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)) will take 5 years to complete.
- In the Flexible Double Degree, some program pairings do not allow any ANU electives to be taken (therefore, not allowing you to complete a major, minor or specialisation). Whereas some program pairings, such as Bachelor of Actuarial Studies/Bachelor of Applied Data Analytics, allow for certain courses to be “double counted” towards both program requirements. This means that there may be room for ANU electives. Please speak to CECS Student Services if you need to seek any course approvals for “double counting a course”.
- Typically you can do a maximum of 72 units of 1000 level courses in your Flexible Double Degree
Enrolment Status
While it’s possible to enrol in fewer courses per semester, it will take you longer to finish your program and get your degree. There are maximum time limits for completion of the degree on a part-time basis. If you are an international student you must always be full-time.
Important things to keep in mind when choosing your 1000-level courses
- When you enrol for the first time you will typically study '1000-level' courses. These courses have '1' as the first number in their course code, such as COMP1100.
- You need to enrol in courses for both First Semester and Second Semester though note that you can change your Semester 2 courses all the way until July.
- You can’t study more than four courses (24 units) per semester, 48 units for the year. International students cannot study less than 24 units a semester except in exceptional circumstances and with approval.
- You may take 1000-level courses later in your program. But remember you can’t count more than ten 1000-level courses (60 units) towards your single degree or six 1000-level courses (36 units) towards your BADAN half of the Flexible Double Degree.
Electives
- If you are in the single degree then in your first year you have two university electives to choose. University electives can be additional computing courses, or courses from anywhere in the university.
- To find 1000-level (first year) elective courses, use the catalogue search.
- If you have an interest in another area (e.g. management, science, languages) then you should explore first year courses in these areas and in particular, look at the majors and minors in these areas. These will give you an idea of the first year courses that you should study.
- If you are studying a Flexible Double degree and want to “double count a course” so that you can choose electives please speak to CECS Student Services for course approvals.
For more information about subject choices visit:
Bachelor of Applied Data Analytics | ANU College of Engineering, Computing & Cybernetics
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Choosing your first year programming courses
Choosing your first year maths courses
Note that if you choose 1130 and change your mind you will be able to drop back to 1100 in the first 2 weeks.