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Master of Data Science and Artificial Intelligence
Cardiff Metropolitan University
- Cardiff, United Kingdom
- 1 year
- English
- On campus
- Master
About the program
An MSc on gathering, Processing and analysing data with AI techniques.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: no
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (2): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Critically evaluate concepts and methods in Data Science and Artificial Intelligence to solve relevant problems. Develop competence in identifying. Present findings clearly and consider professional or research ethics.
Career outcomes
- Data scientist
- Data analyst
- Data engineer
- Data manager
Curriculum
- A modular course in which students must pass all listed study modules to earn the master's
- PGDip and PGCert students select modules from that list. Content covers collecting
- Identifying
- Processing and analysing data using AI methods and applying them in professional settings.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Honours degree
- Usually 2:2 or above
- In a relevant subject (or an equivalent professional qualification
- MBA also accepts management experience)
- Non-UK degrees are assessed by the Admissions team
- Some courses require an interview or portfolio
- IELTS 6.0 to 6.5 by course.
Accepted academic background
Honours degree, usually 2:2 or above, in a relevant subject (or a professional qualification, MBA also accepts five years of management experience), equivalence set by the Admissions team for non-UK degrees (country page: e.g. India four-year/three-year bachelor degree from a recognised institution), interview for some courses, portfolio for Art and Design
Language tests
- IELTS 6.0 (min 5.5 each) or 6.5 (6.5 reading and writing
- TOEFL iBT 6.0 others) depending on course
Documents you’ll need
- Completed Application
- Official Academic Transcripts
- Passport or Identity Document
- Previous Degree Certificate
- Academic References
- Statement of Purpose
How to apply
- Review the Data Science and Artificial Intelligence admission requirements and the current intake deadline. Complete the application through the university application portal. Prepare academic transcripts and evidence of previous qualifications. Provide English language test results if required. Submit the supporting documents requested by admissions. Confirm the applicable application fee before submitting the application. Review any admission offer and complete the required acceptance steps. Prepare the appropriate student immigration application if necessary.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | £17,600 GBP |
|---|---|
| Application fee | £35 GBP |
| Deposit | £3,000 GBP |
Program details
| Campus | Llandaff Campus |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Cardiff School of Technologies |
| Department | Cardiff School of Technologies |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 180 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 2 |
| Scholarship note | Potential Cardiff Metropolitan University scholarship or funding opportunities may be relevant to Data Science and Artificial Intelligence. Confirm the award, international eligibility, funding level, and application dates with the institution. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
January 2027
Apply by
20 Nov 2026
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September 2027
Apply by
20 Nov 2026
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Frequently asked questions
The program takes 1 year.
The next deadline is 20 Nov 2026. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is £17,600 GBP per year. The application fee is £35 GBP. The deposit is £3,000 GBP. The estimated living cost is £10,539 GBP.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.0 (min 5.5 each) or 6.5 (6.5 reading and writing, TOEFL iBT 6.0 others) depending on course.