MSc Data Science & Artificial Intelligence at University of Glasgow

Programme overview

The Masters in Data Science & Artificial Intelligence provides you with a thorough grounding in the analysis and use of large data sets. You will conduct a substantial development or research project focused on Data Science and AI techniques, preparing you for responsible positions in the Big Data and tech industries.

Duration: 12 months full-time | Intake: September | Location: Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom

What you will study

Core courses cover programming and systems development, research and professional skills, introduction to data science and systems, and machine learning and AI for data scientists, followed by an MSc project. Students add at least four specialist courses (for example Deep Learning, Information Retrieval, Big Data) and at least one security course.

Career pathways

You will be well qualified for responsible software development positions, not only in the IT sector but also in many other sectors such as education, engineering, health services, financial services, government, manufacturing, retail, and transport. Expertise in Data Science & Big Data is particularly prized by employers. You will also be well qualified to proceed to a PhD in computing science.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Upper second-class (2.1) honours degree (or non-UK equivalent) in any degree with Computing as a major subject, with at least 50% of credit-bearing modules in Computing and Advanced Programming at an average grade of pass. English language (international applicants): IELTS Academic 6.5 overall with Writing at 6.5 no other subtest less than 6.0; OR 6.5 overall with Writing at 6.0 and no other subtest less than 6.5 (IELTS One Skill Retake accepted; General Training not accepted); equivalent TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, Cambridge C1/C2, LanguageCert, Duolingo and other listed tests are accepted, taken within 2 years 5 months of the start date; a degree from a majority-English-speaking country may be accepted instead. International applicants for September 2027 entry apply in rounds: Round 1 1 October to 5 November 2026 (decision by 18 December 2026), Round 2 to 17 December 2026, Round 3 to 4 February 2027, Round 4 to 25 March 2027, Round 5 to 13 May 2027, Round 6 14 May to 8 July 2027 (decision by 29 July 2027). UK applicants: 24 August 2027.

Domestic applicants: GBP 13,092 for the whole programme (2027-28). Full-time (Home & RUK) Source

International applicants: GBP 34,815 for the whole programme (2027-28). Full-time (International & EU) Source

Intake: September

Duration: 12 months full-time

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