The Degree of Master of Data Science – MDataSci

1 In order to be admitted to this degree, an applicant intending to complete 180 points must have:

a completed the requirements for the Bachelor of Science from this University with Grade Point Average of 4.0 or higher, and a specialisation in Data Science, or have equivalent prior study

or

b completed the requirements for the Bachelor of Science from this University with a Grade Point Average of 4.0 or higher in 60 points above Stage II, and a specialisation in Data Science

or

c completed the requirements for the Bachelor of Science from this University with a Grade Point Average of 4.0 or higher, and a major in both Computer Science and Statistics, or have equivalent prior study

or

d completed the requirements for the Bachelor of Science from this University with a Grade Point Average of 4.0 or higher in 60 points above Stage II, and a major in both Computer Science and Statistics

or

e completed the requirements for the Postgraduate Certificate in Data Science from this University with a Grade Point Average of 4.0 or higher.

2 In order to be admitted to this degree, an applicant intending to complete 240 points must have:

a (i) completed the requirements for the Bachelor of Science from this University with a programme Grade Point Average of 4.0 or higher, and a major in Computer Science or Statistics, or have equivalent prior study

and

(ii) passed COMPSCI 130, MATHS 108, and STATS 101 or equivalent courses

or

b (i) completed the requirements for the Bachelor of Science from this University with a Grade Point Average of 4.0 or higher in 60 points above Stage II, and a major in Computer Science or Statistics

and

(ii) passed COMPSCI 130, MATHS 108, and STATS 101 or equivalent courses

or

c passed 60 points towards the Postgraduate Certificate in Data Science from this University with a Grade Point Average or 4.0 or higher, provided that the postgraduate certificate has not been awarded.

3 Equivalence in Regulation 1 will be determined by the University. Equivalence pertains to the standard as well as nature and level of study.

4 In exceptional circumstances, the requirement in Regulation 1 or 2 may be waived by the relevant Associate Dean Academic or nominee if they determine that an applicant has at least three years of relevant practical, professional or scholarly experience that provides an equivalent level of preparation.

5 A student admitted to this degree under Regulation 1 or 4 must:

a pass courses with a total value of 180 points

and

b complete within the time limit specified in the General Regulations – Masters Degrees

and

c not exceed 220 points for the total enrolment in this degree.

6 A student admitted to this degree under Regulation 2 or 4 must:

a pass courses with a total value of 240 points

and

b complete within the time limit specified in the General Regulations – Masters Degrees

and

c not exceed 280 points for the total enrolment in this degree.

7 a A student enrolled for this degree must complete the requirements as listed in the Master of Data Science Schedule.

b A student who has to complete 180 points must achieve a Grade Point Average of 4.0 or higher in the first 60 points of taught courses prior to enrolment in DATASCI 791. If this Grade Point Average is not achieved, enrolment in the Master of Data Science cannot continue.

c A student who has to complete 240 points must achieve a Grade Point Average of 4.0 or higher in the first 120 points of taught courses prior to enrolment in DATASCI 791. If this Grade Point Average is not achieved, enrolment in the Master of Data Science cannot continue.

8 A student must complete the University of Auckland Academic Integrity course as specified in the Enrolment and Programme Regulations, Academic Integrity, of the University Calendar.

9 a The dissertation is to be carried out under the guidance of a supervisor appointed by the Academic Head.

b The dissertation topic must be approved by the Programme Director prior to enrolment.

c The dissertation is to be completed and submitted in accordance with the General Regulations – Masters Degrees.

10 A student who does not achieve the Grade Point Average specified in Regulation 7 may apply to reassign courses passed for this degree to the Postgraduate Diploma in Science or the Postgraduate Certificate in Data Science.

11 This degree may be awarded with Honours in accordance with the General Regulations – Masters Degrees.

12 In exceptional circumstances the Programme Director may approve a variation to a student’s programme of study in accordance with the Enrolment and Programme Regulations.

13 These regulations and/or schedule have been amended with effect from 1 January 2025.