Overview

The MA degree in Information and Data Science delivered by the University of California, Berkeley blends a multidisciplinary curriculum, experienced faculty from UC Berkeley and top data-driven companies, an accomplished network of peers, and the flexibility of online learning.

Flexible Programme Paths

The 27-unit, online programme is designed for the working professional’s schedule and can be completed on one of three paths: accelerated, standard, or decelerated. Students who wish to take the program on an accelerated or decelerated basis must receive approval from UC Berkeley.

The accelerated path gives students the opportunity to take three courses per semester to complete the program in as few as 12 months.

The standard path is designed for working professionals and can be completed in 20 months, with two courses per semester.

The decelerated path allows students to drop down to one course per semester after the first term and complete the program in no more than 32 months.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Applied Machine Learning

Behind the Data: Humans and Values

Generative AI: Foundations, Techniques, Challenges, and Opportunities

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Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 20 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-01 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-05-01 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-02 00:00:00

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Three start dates throughout the year (January, May and September).
Admissions decisions are made on a rolling basis.

Language

English

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Credits

27 SCH

27 units

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

Berkeley, United States

Disciplines

Information Technology (IT) Data Science & Big Data View 278 other Masters in Information Technology (IT) in United States

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

The master’s in data science program is seeking applicants who can make a positive impact on the I School community and beyond. A complete application must include the following:

Online application

Transcripts from all educational institutions attended

Statement of Purpose and additional admissions statements

Two professional letters of recommendation

Current resume

Application fee

Optional: GRE or GMAT scores

TOEFL scores (if applicable)

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

6570 USD / year

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Out-of-State

6570 USD / year

≈ 6570 USD / year
Domestic

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In-State

6570 USD / year

≈ 6570 USD / year

Funding

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Overview

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Programme Structure

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Key information

Duration

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Language

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Credits

Delivered

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Disciplines

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What students do after studying Computer Science & IT

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Tuition Fees

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