Data Science MSc

MScPostgraduateComputer Science

Part Time Available

Course Highlights

A conversion MSc: enter data science from any degree background.
Graduate with the same University of Birmingham degree as UK-based students.
Study at the leading UK university in Dubai for postgraduate computer science.
Research-led teaching across analytics, AI and data engineering.

What You'll Study

Around 30 hours of weekly contact time through lectures, tutorials and supervised lab sessions, supplemented by self-guided study. Assessment is a mix of coursework, practical work and a final project.

Compulsory modules

Six core taught modules (120 credits) across programming, algorithms, data management, visualisation and AI.

Programming for Data Science20 credits
Algorithms for Data Science20 credits
Storing and Managing Data20 credits
Visualisation20 credits
Current Topics in AI & Data Science20 credits
Data Analytics Dubai20 credits

Project

An individual data science project (60 credits).

Data Science Project60 credits

Entry Requirements

Academic: A 2:1 honours degree in any subject (a non-computing background is acceptable — this is a conversion MSc).

English: IELTS, TOEFL or PTE to the University's required level, or completion of a Presessional English course.

Applications are reviewed by the course Admissions Tutor against both general and course-specific criteria.

Careers

Graduates progress into data science, analytics and AI roles across academia, industry and research, supported by the Careers Network in Dubai.

Accreditation & Professional Recognition

Accredited by the UAE Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research.

Programme Details

Award

Master of Science (MSc)

Start Date

September 2026

Typical Offer

2:1 honours degree

Duration

1 year

Qualification

Masters

Subject Area

Computer Science

Campus

Dubai

Study Pattern

Full time, Part time

Delivery Format

In person

Tuition Fee

AED 174,509/yr

Apply online with your supporting documents. A non-returnable tuition deposit of AED 5,000 secures your place and is deducted from your total fees.

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