An interdisciplinary degree combining statistics, mathematics and computing to collect, model and interpret large datasets. Covers machine learning, data visualisation and programming for careers in analytics, AI, finance and technology.
Hands-on teaching in Python and R over real-world datasets across mathematics, statistics and computing, assessed by programming projects, a required data-science internship (DSC 497) and a Senior Project (DSC 490).
Applicants below the English threshold may enter via the Achievement Academy Bridge Program.
Prepares graduates as data scientists and analysts across healthcare, finance, technology and government, and for advanced study in data science, statistics and machine learning.
Licensed by the UAE Commission for Academic Accreditation (CAA); AUS holds US regional accreditation from the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE).
Award
Bachelor of Science in Data Science
Start Date
August 2026 (Fall; also Spring & Summer intakes)
Typical Offer
~85% secondary-school average (curriculum-dependent) + IELTS 6.5 / TOEFL iBT 80
Duration
4 years
Qualification
Bachelors
Subject Area
Computer Science
Campus
Sharjah
Course Type
Data science degree
Study Pattern
Full time
Delivery Format
In person
AED 110,876/yr
Apply online at apply.aus.edu. A non-refundable application fee of AED 400 + 5% VAT applies, and a AED 5,000 seat-reservation deposit confirms your place. AUS offers extensive merit, need-based and athletic scholarships.