
Data Science and AI MSc
Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
DURATION
12 Months
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
Request application deadline *
EARLIEST START DATE
Sep 2025
TUITION FEES
GBP 31,700 / per year **
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* no application closing date for this course
** international students | GBP 14,500 - home students
Introduction
Data science and artificial intelligence (AI) have revolutionised how we understand and use data.
Data science extracts insights and knowledge from large and complex datasets. It has a wide range of techniques and methodologies.
AI creates intelligent systems that simulate human decision-making. This allows machines to:
- learn from data
- recognise patterns
- make predictions or decisions
We created the Data Science and AI MSc with several high-profile industry leaders. It brings together students and industry practitioners to develop and translate new technologies into industry practice.
You'll learn to analyse data and uncover patterns, trends and correlations. Topics covered also include:
- statistics
- machine learning
- deep learning
- natural language processing
- computer vision
You'll benefit from our substantial expertise in data science. We focus on a wide range of application areas, including:
- healthcare
- transport
- cybersecurity
- smart cities
- manufacturing
This data science course is part of the following suite:
- Data Science MSc
- Data Science with Visualization MSc
Rankings
- 42% of our research is classified as 4* world-leading research – Research Excellence Framework 2021
- 65% increase in research power since 2014 – Research Excellence Framework 2021
- Global Top 130 University - QS World University Rankings 2025
- Global Top 170 University - Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2024
- Top 25 in the UK and Top 100 in the world for sustainable development – Times Higher Education Impact Rankings 2024
Curriculum
What you'll learn
This Data Science and AI MSc has three phases.
Phase one
You'll develop a core knowledge and skillset in statistics and computer science
These modules are taught as an intensive block, meaning you'll be taught two modules simultaneously.
Phase two
Phase two consists of more advanced technical modules, as well as a group project.
We'll introduce the aspects that govern all areas of data science practice, including:
- professionalism
- legislation
- ethics
During the group project, you'll develop and evaluate a data science solution to a complex, real-world problem. You'll work in an industry organisation. They can be a regional, national or charitable organisation. You'll propose a data science project in that company, institute, or area of research.
Phase three
In your final phase, you'll work on an individual research project. It'll give you an opportunity to:
- develop your knowledge and skills
- work in a research or development team
You can develop your project:
- at the University under an academic supervisor
- by securing an industrial placement
- working with your current employer
You'll have one-to-one supervision from an experienced staff member. If needed, you'll also get supervision from industry partners.
Compulsory Modules
- Engineering for AI
- Data Visualization
- Image Informatics
- Data Management and Exploratory Data Analysis
- Data Science in the Wild (Group Project)
- Machine Learning with Project
- Deep Learning
- Project and Dissertation in Data Science
- Advanced AI
- Statistical Foundations of Data Science
- Statistical Learning for Data Science
Career Opportunities
The course prepares you for a wide range of careers such as:
- Data Scientist
- Machine Learning Engineer
- Data Analyst
- Business Intelligence Analyst
- Research Data Scientist
- Quantitative Analyst
- AI Specialist
Graduates from this course have undertaken various roles including:
- Senior Software Engineer at Sage
- Data Analyst at Vodafone
- Data Engineer at Virgin Atlantic
- Data Scientist at Stanley Black & Decker, Inc.
We have strong industry and business links with the following companies:
- Sage
- National Innovation Centre for Data (NICD)
- Nissan
- Northumbrian Water
These connections provide you with numerous benefits, including internship opportunities, guest lectures, industry-sponsored projects, and potential employment upon graduation.