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Master of Business Analytics and Artificial Intelligence

University of Lancashire

Preston, United Kingdom
1 year
English
On campus
Master

About the program

A 120-credit M.Sc. Combining data science, AI and business analytics for managers.

Program highlights

Internship available: no
Placement support: yes
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (1.5 years): yes
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Develop advanced knowledge of Business Analytics and Artificial Intelligence and design and evaluate computational solutions
Use relevant digital tools
And interpret technical evidence.

Career outcomes

Business Intelligence Specialist
Consultant for Digital Transformation and AI Strategies
Project Manager for AI Projects

Curriculum

120 ECTS over three semesters of coursework plus a thesis semester. Modules include Applied Machine Learning
Programming for Data Science
Big Data Technologies and AI Security
AI Project Management
Causal Machine Learning
Marketing
Financial and Supply Chain Analytics
Data Privacy in AI and Sustainable AI in Society. Thesis can be done in a company.

Entry requirements

Academic

Bachelor's degree at lower second class (2:2) UK honours level or equivalent
Or an equivalent professional qualification
Some courses need a related subject
A 2:1 (conversion courses)
Professional registration or experience. English: IELTS 6.0 with no component below 5.5 or equivalent.

Accepted academic background

Recognised bachelor's degree (minimum lower second class or equivalent) or equivalent professional qualification, Some courses add professional registration, Interview or work experience

Language tests

IELTS 6.0
TOEFL iBT 5
PTE Academic 61
Duolingo 105
Cambridge 180
Institutional test 65%

Other requirements

Interview required

Documents you’ll need

Academic Transcripts
Academic Qualification Certificates

How to apply

Check the course entry requirements
English requirement and deadline (January 2027 starts: application by 2026-11-30). Create an account and apply through the postgraduate online application portal. Provide transcripts
Referee details and a personal statement where asked. Interview only where the course page requires it. Accept the offer and pay the tuition deposit (2026-12-07 for January 2027). Receive your CAS and apply for the Student visa with proof of funds.

Other costs

Tuition per year	£19,250 GBP
Application fee	_
Deposit	_

Program details

Campus	Preston Campus
Faculty or school	School of Business
Department	_
Teaching language	English
Credit value	_
Study pace	_
Post-study stay	1.5 years
Scholarship note	Students may be considered for available scholarships or funding if they meet the relevant award criteria; availability and eligibility should be confirmed with the institution.

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
January 2027
Apply by
30 Nov 2026
16 days left

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 1 year.