Master Data Science & AI
18 months · from €7,000 (online) / €14,500 (hybrid) · payable in semester instalments
The part-time Data Science & AI (M.Sc.) programme prepares you for the challenges and opportunities of a data-driven world and secures you a future-proof career. You gain expertise in artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data and natural language processing and apply it directly in practice-oriented projects.
Key Facts: Data Science & AI
Degree
Master of Science (M.Sc.)
Duration
18 months (3 semesters)
Scope
90 ECTS
Language
English
Start
April or October (hybrid) or anytime (online)
Tuition fees
from €7,000 (online) / €14,500 (hybrid) · payable in semester instalments
Accreditation: Recognized and accredited by MFHEA
Your advantages at a glance
Future-proof career
Data-driven decision-making is indispensable in technology, healthcare, finance, marketing and consulting.
Full doctoral right
Your master's degree grants you the full right to pursue a doctorate and apply directly for a PhD programme.
Capstone Consulting Project
You work with an industry expert to solve real-world challenges and develop strategic decisions.
Master in just 18 months
Doubly accredited degree studied part-time alongside your job, with enough time for family and friends.
Specializations & Focus Areas
Choose your specialization and become an expert in your field
Capstone Consulting Project
Generative AI
Machine Learning
Data Visualization
Study Goal & Competencies
With this first-class, internationally oriented master programme you acquire cutting-edge knowledge in data science and artificial intelligence. You gain the ability to understand data-driven economic and technological transformation processes. You develop analytical and strategic thinking to apply data-driven solution strategies with leadership responsibility in professional practice. The programme also offers you the opportunity to deepen your knowledge through a practice-oriented Capstone Consulting Project integrated into your master thesis.
Career Prospects
With a successfully completed Master in Data Science & AI you secure excellent career prospects and an attractive salary. Graduates are sought-after experts who can take on leadership positions in companies across all industries. Your knowledge enables you to lead data-driven projects and drive digital transformation. You are also well prepared to lead teams and AI projects worldwide or to further qualify yourself through a part-time doctorate.
Degree from an internationally recognised university
Upon completion, the academic degree Master of Science Data Science and AI (M.Sc.) is awarded by our renowned partner university in Malta. Founded in 2018, the university is one of the leading institutions in digital and data-driven education in Europe, with over 1,000 students convinced by its high-quality teaching, innovative digital learning concept and strong practical focus.
Your path to graduation
Data Science & AI – 3 semesters at a glance
Semester 1
Foundation- Statistics for Data Science
- Mathematics for Data Science
- Programming for Analytics using Python
- Data Visualisation using Tableau
- Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning
- Machine Learning Methods using Python
Semester 2
Specialisation- Natural Language Processing
- Big Data and NoSQL
- Data Warehousing and Management
- Convolutional and Recurrent Neural Networks
- Computer Vision and Image Recognition
- Cloud-based Data Pipelines (AWS S3, BigQuery)
Semester 3
Thesis- Research Methods
- Capstone Consulting Project
- Master Thesis
Admission Requirements
With bachelor's degree
First university degree (bachelor's or diploma) and at least 1 year of work experience
Without bachelor's degree
Work experience, English skills (B2), and passing an aptitude test. Career changers are also welcome.
Your next career leap starts here
Study for a Master or MBA part-time – learn more at a free online info session.