University courses Specialised data analytics courses and subjects offered by tertiary institutions across Australia will help the APS improve its technical data analytics capability, while boosting the number of future graduates with the required data skills and capabilities. The following courses and individual subjects offer opportunities for development in specialised data skill sets, such as maths, statistics and social research methods, and the use of data analytics tools. Many degrees offer the opportunity to complete specialised electives, or to apply the skills to real-world problem or final project. APS employees studying at tertiary institutions further facilitate the close collaborative partnership between the APS and the research and academic sectors to find real-world solutions to policy problems. Candidates These courses are open to the general public and APS employees. APS employees working in areas that undertake technical data analytics work, as well as those working in programme implementation and policy development, will benefit from tertiary level courses. APS agencies will determine their data analytics capability needs and the level of participation in these courses based on individual circumstances. Costs Individual agencies are responsible for covering any tuition or study costs associated with these subjects/courses. Employees should contact their Learning and Development team within their Human Resources area to discuss study options and financial assistance. Study Assistance schemes encourage and support employees to undertake tertiary study that will contribute to the improvement of their professional skills and knowledge. Timeframes Most courses can be completed part time or through online or evening classes. Employees should seek the support of their manager and their Human Resources area and discuss the implications for their work priorities and workload. Short courses and professional development opportunities Australian National University Participants can in these courses on a non-award basis. Please visit to apply.
University courses Specialised data analytics courses and subjects offered by tertiary institutions across Australia will help the APS improve its technical data analytics capability, while boosting the number of future graduates with the required data skills and capabilities. The following courses and individual subjects offer opportunities for development in specialised data skill sets, such as maths, statistics and social research methods, and the use of data analytics tools. Many degrees offer the opportunity to complete specialised electives, or to apply the skills to real-world problem or final project. APS employees studying at tertiary institutions further facilitate the close collaborative partnership between the APS and the research and academic sectors to find real-world solutions to policy problems. Candidates These courses are open to the general public and APS employees. APS employees working in areas that undertake technical data analytics work, as well as those working in programme implementation and policy development, will benefit from tertiary level courses. APS agencies will determine their data analytics capability needs and the level of participation in these courses based on individual circumstances. Costs Individual agencies are responsible for covering any tuition or study costs associated with these subjects/courses. Employees should contact their Learning and Development team within their Human Resources area to discuss study options and financial assistance. Study Assistance schemes encourage and support employees to undertake tertiary study that will contribute to the improvement of their professional skills and knowledge. Timeframes Most courses can be completed part time or through online or evening classes. Employees should seek the support of their manager and their Human Resources area and discuss the implications for their work priorities and workload. Short courses and professional development opportunities Australian National University Participants can in these courses on a non-award basis. Please visit to apply.
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