ETX2250 Data visualisation and communication
Faculty of Business and Economics
ETX2250 Data visualisation and communication is a level 2, 6-credit-point, undergraduate unit from the Faculty of Business and Economics, offered in 2026 in Summer A and Semester 2 at Caulfield. It needs ETB1100, ETC1000, ETF1100, ETW1001, FIT1006, SCI1020, STA1010 or ETX1100 and unlocks 6 units, leading on to 10 units in all.
- Credit points
- 6
- Offered in 2026
- Summer A, Semester 2
- Caulfield
- Assessment
- Exam 50%
- and 2 other tasks
- Workload
- 144 hours
- per semester
This is the 2026 handbook entry. See the 2027 entry.
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Requisites
Before ETX2250
Prohibitions
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Prerequisites
Pass these before you enrol.
- ETB1100Business statisticsNo reviews yet
- ETC1000Business and economic statisticsNo reviews yet
- ETF1100Business statisticsNo reviews yet
- ETW1001Introduction to statistical analysisNo reviews yet
- FIT1006Business information analysisNo reviews yet
- SCI1020Introduction to statistical reasoningNo reviews yet
- STA1010Statistical methods for scienceNo reviews yet
- ETX1100Business statisticsNo reviews yet
After ETX2250
6 units list ETX2250 as a prerequisite or corequisite.
- ETF3231Business forecastingNo reviews yet
- ETF5231Business forecastingNo reviews yet
- ETF5932Predictive analytics and machine learningNo reviews yet
- ETX3250Predictive analytics and machine learningNo reviews yet
- ETX3500High dimensional data analysisNo reviews yet
- ETX5500High dimensional data analysisNo reviews yet
Enrolment rules
To be successful in this unit, background knowledge and application of maths is required at the equivalent of VCE Year 12 level. You may have satisfied this by completing relevant prerequisite unit/s, or you have covered relevant topics in your final years of secondary study. You should self-assess your maths competency prior to enrolling in this unit.
Equivalent units
The same content under another code. Only one of them counts.
Overview
This unit provides a comprehensive introduction to data visualisation. You will learn how to interpret, evaluate and create visualisations using contemporary visualisation tools. The course begins with the foundational principles of data visualisation, including what makes a visualisation effective and the core design elements. You will be then introduced to the tools needed to create visualisations and will learn how to choose the right visualisations for different types of data. We will explore single-variable and multivariable plots. You will develop data wrangling skills, which are essential for cleaning and preparing datasets, and will engage in iterative processes to refine and improve your visualisations. As the course progresses, we’ll cover visual storytelling and more advanced topics such as visualising uncertainty and missing data. Interactive and animated visualisations will also be covered. This unit emphasises hands-on practice and using real-world applications of data visualisation in business. At the end of the unit you will be equipped to effectively communicate data-driven insights using visualisation in your future careers.
Offerings in 2026
| Teaching period | Campus | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| Summer semester A | Caulfield | On campus |
| Second semester | Caulfield | On campus |
Assessment
- Quiz / Test10%
- Written40%
- Examination50%
Assessment details may change. Please refer to the assessment information in Moodle closer to the start of the teaching period.
Learning outcomes
When you finish this unit, you should be able to:
- 1
critically evaluate the quality of a data visualisation using the principles of graphical excellence
- 2
successfully create high-quality data visualisations in both Power BI and R that are appropriate for a given dataset
- 3
develop the skills to effectively use data visualisation to communicate insights to an audience, both in report writing and in presentations
- 4
apply advanced topics in data visualisation, such as visualising uncertainty, visualising missingness and using animation to enhance communication.
Workload and teaching
- Seminars24 hours
- Tutorials12 hours
- Workshops36 hours
- Workshops12 hours
- Teaching approachCase-based teaching
- Teaching approachActive learning
- Teaching approachProblem-based learning
Minimum total expected workload to achieve the learning outcomes for this unit is 144 hours per semester typically comprising a mixture of scheduled learning activities and independent study. Independent study may include associated readings, assessment and preparation for scheduled activities. You are expected to complete all pre-class activities prior to your scheduled class, and post-class activities should be completed after your scheduled class. Learning activities may include a combination of teacher directed, peer directed and online engagement activities.
This unit includes case-based teaching, where you apply your knowledge and engage in analytical and reflective thinking to solve complex contextual scenarios. Activities are often designed so that there is not one clear answer, but you need to work together to examine, analyse and make decisions to resolve the situation.
This unit engages you in actively applying your knowledge, skills and attributes in interactive, collaborative and reflective activities.
This unit includes problem-based learning approaches, where you engage in research, integrate theory and practice and apply knowledge and skills to develop viable solutions in response to a problem or set of problems.
Learning resources
Technology resources
There may be an additional cost associated with purchasing a physical and/or virtual calculator. Specific details will be provided in the Learning Management System by commencement of Orientation week.
Where it fits
ETX2250 is part of 3 areas of study in the 2026 handbook.
Contacts
- Chief Examiners
- Dr Shanika Wickramasuriya
- Dr Kate Saunders
Common questions
What are the prerequisites for ETX2250?
You need ETB1100, ETC1000, ETF1100, ETW1001, FIT1006, SCI1020, STA1010 or ETX1100 before you enrol. Enrolment rules also apply.
What can I take after ETX2250?
ETX2250 is a prerequisite or corequisite for 6 units, including ETF3231, ETF5231, ETF5932, ETX3250, ETX3500 and ETX5500. Those lead on to 10 units in all.
When is ETX2250 offered?
In 2026, ETX2250 runs in Summer A and Semester 2 at Caulfield.
How much work is ETX2250?
The handbook expects about 144 hours of study across the semester. No students have rated its difficulty yet.
Does ETX2250 have an exam?
Yes. The exam is worth 50% of the final mark, alongside 2 other tasks.
Which majors and minors include ETX2250?
ETX2250 is part of Business analytics and statistics; and Financial econometrics.