Build your career in data science.
From data analysis and Python to data science and AI-supported decision-making, these online courses and bootcamps, delivered with Simplilearn, help you build the practical, in-demand skills modern workplaces rely on. Whether you want to analyse business data, move into data science or strengthen your technical confidence, there's a path here for you.
The Data Skills Landscape
Data skills are becoming increasingly valuable as organisations rely on analytics, reporting and AI to make smarter decisions. From understanding customer behaviour to improving operations and forecasting trends, data science training can help students build practical skills for a wide range of modern business and technology roles.
Data Analysts in Australia commonly earn between $95,000 and $115,000, showing the value of strong analytical, reporting and data visualisation skills.
Australian job postings calling for AI skills grew from 2,000 in 2012 to 23,000 in 2024, reflecting rising demand for data, analytics and AI capability across the workforce.
Digital technology contributes nearly $134 billion to the Australian economy, showing the scale of opportunity for workers with data, analytics, AI and digital skills.
Find the right course for your goal.
These courses don't have to be taken in order. Pick the one that matches where you are and where you want to go.
Data Analyst Bootcamp
Start here to learn how to interpret data, build dashboards and tell stories with data using everyday industry tools.
Data Scientist Bootcamp
Step up into machine learning and predictive modelling for senior, high-demand data science roles.
Data Science with Python
A shorter, focused course to build hands-on Python skills for data science projects.
AI-Powered Business Analyst
Bridge data and decisions, working with stakeholders and AI tools to drive smarter business outcomes.
Data science short course FAQs
Common questions about the data science and analytics short courses and how they work.
Upskilled offers four online data and analytics options delivered with Simplilearn: the Data Analyst Bootcamp, Data Scientist Bootcamp, Data Science with Python Short Course, and the AI-Powered Business Analyst Bootcamp.
An online bootcamp is an intensive program combining self-paced eLearning with live online classes, aligned to a job role. A short course is shorter and focused on a specific skill or topic, and is generally quicker to complete.
Most programs suit people from any background with an analytical mindset. The Data Analyst Bootcamp asks for basic maths knowledge. No formal IT qualifications are required to begin.
Yes. The bootcamps are delivered with Simplilearn and include industry-recognised certification, with several aligned to credentials from partners such as Microsoft, IBM and the IIBA.
Depending on the course, students can learn Excel, SQL, Python, R, Tableau, data visualisation, machine learning, business analysis, AI tools, requirements management, stakeholder engagement and data-driven problem-solving.
If you are new to data, the Data Analyst Bootcamp is a strong starting point. For advanced data science and machine learning, choose the Data Scientist Bootcamp. To focus on Python, take Data Science with Python, and for a business and stakeholder focus, the AI-Powered Business Analyst Bootcamp.
Depending on the course, experience and further study, data training may support pathways into roles such as Data Analyst, Data Scientist, Business Analyst, IT Business Analyst, Project Analyst or analytics-focused business roles.
All courses are studied online through Upskilled's MyUpskilled platform and Simplilearn, combining self-paced learning with live online sessions, hands-on labs and real-world projects.
Arlaine Berman
Head of Vocational Education — IT, Upskilled
Arlaine leads the Technology stream at Upskilled, with several decades in the IT industry as a networking engineer and trainer. Her credentials include a BSc in Computer Science, an MBA, and Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer and Trainer certifications. She reviews Upskilled's IT and Technology course content to ensure it reflects current industry practice.
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