Overview

Throughout the Data Science MSc programme from Heriot-Watt University Dubai you will learn how to model, store and process these data sets using the latest algorithms and techniques and about modern methods and tools for visually exploring them.

The core courses of the programme provide the key skill set of a data scientist: applying machine learning, managing large data sets, and generating interesting visualisations.

The skills acquired will be applicable to business applications, industrial applications and also to scientific data exploration.

Employability

The job market in Dubai is fast evolving to accommodate the needs of the emerging knowledge economy towards which the UAE in general and Dubai in particular is moving. Within that context, the job prospects for graduates in MSc Data Science are excellent, both locally and also globally.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Big Data Management
Data Mining and Machine Learning
Statistical Modelling and Analysis
Data Visualisation and Analytics
Research Methods and Project Planning
Applied Development Operations

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-09-08 00:00:00

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More details

Most students apply 6–10 months in advance of their chosen intake. We can accept applications up until 3 weeks before the start of each intake.

Language

English

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PTE Academic

55

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IELTS

6

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Disciplines

Educational Research Statistics Data Science & Big Data View 14 other Masters in Data Science & Big Data in United Arab Emirates

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

First Class _{(recommended)}

English requirements

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79

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55

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IELTS

6

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Other requirements

General requirements

For MSc entry, a good relevant Honours degree (first or second class) with a substantial academic component of computing or IT that includes study of databases and programming will be considered. Applicants with an engineering or mathematics background may also be considered.

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

103350 AED / year

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Citizens or residents

103350 AED / year

≈ 103350 AED / year

Living costs

Dubai

United Arab Emirates

5300 - 9200 AED / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Overview

Employability

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

Other requirements

General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Living costs

Dubai

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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