Data Science and Artificial Intelligence MSc Postgraduate Programme By Newcastle University |TopUniversities

Programme overview

Main Subject

Data Science and Artificial Intelligence

Degree

MSc

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

Discover how to turn data into intelligence and launch your career at the forefront of innovation. This degree equips you with the skills and mindset to thrive in industries being transformed by Data Science and AI.

Together, data science and artificial intelligence (AI) transform data into knowledge that is changing the world.

This course offers a conversion route for graduates ready for a career in these fast-growing and connected fields.

With AI reshaping industries worldwide, you'll build the core skills needed to make an impact. This course is grounded in the latest computational and mathematical approaches. You'll progress from the basics of programming to the latest techniques in machine learning and deep learning including:
  • Large Language Models
  • Foundational Models
  • Generative AI

You’ll learn from our leading AI academics, whose pioneering research keeps them at the forefront of the discipline. You'll develop the curiosity and self-learning mindset needed to stay ahead of future developments. You’ll graduate with relevant and up-to-date knowledge in data science and AI, as well as the confidence to keep building your expertise as technology evolves.

Aspects of this course are delivered by expert data scientists from the UK’s National Innovation Centre for Data (NICD). You’ll immerse yourself in their leading-edge techniques and practical applications of data science through data bootcamps and experiential learning.

This course includes a research-led capstone project, where you'll work on real-world problems. Projects could be sourced from industry, and you'll work with our renowned academics. You’ll apply your expertise to challenges that companies are actively seeking to solve. You'll gain valuable practical experience and a head start in your career.

This Data Science Master's degree is part of a suite of Data Science conversion degrees. You may also be interested in:
  • Data Science MSc
  • Data Science and Digital Humanities MSc
  • Data Science and Finance MSc
  • Data Science and Industrial Biotechnology MSc
  • Data Science and Sport MSc

Who this course is for

This MSc is for graduates looking to transition into data science and AI, and don't hold a degree in computer science or a related computational field.

It's ideal for those who are curious about intelligent systems and keen to develop the technical skills needed to work at the intersection of data, algorithms, and decision-making.

Programme overview

Main Subject

Data Science and Artificial Intelligence

Degree

MSc

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

Discover how to turn data into intelligence and launch your career at the forefront of innovation. This degree equips you with the skills and mindset to thrive in industries being transformed by Data Science and AI.

Together, data science and artificial intelligence (AI) transform data into knowledge that is changing the world.

This course offers a conversion route for graduates ready for a career in these fast-growing and connected fields.

With AI reshaping industries worldwide, you'll build the core skills needed to make an impact. This course is grounded in the latest computational and mathematical approaches. You'll progress from the basics of programming to the latest techniques in machine learning and deep learning including:
  • Large Language Models
  • Foundational Models
  • Generative AI

You’ll learn from our leading AI academics, whose pioneering research keeps them at the forefront of the discipline. You'll develop the curiosity and self-learning mindset needed to stay ahead of future developments. You’ll graduate with relevant and up-to-date knowledge in data science and AI, as well as the confidence to keep building your expertise as technology evolves.

Aspects of this course are delivered by expert data scientists from the UK’s National Innovation Centre for Data (NICD). You’ll immerse yourself in their leading-edge techniques and practical applications of data science through data bootcamps and experiential learning.

This course includes a research-led capstone project, where you'll work on real-world problems. Projects could be sourced from industry, and you'll work with our renowned academics. You’ll apply your expertise to challenges that companies are actively seeking to solve. You'll gain valuable practical experience and a head start in your career.

This Data Science Master's degree is part of a suite of Data Science conversion degrees. You may also be interested in:
  • Data Science MSc
  • Data Science and Digital Humanities MSc
  • Data Science and Finance MSc
  • Data Science and Industrial Biotechnology MSc
  • Data Science and Sport MSc

Who this course is for

This MSc is for graduates looking to transition into data science and AI, and don't hold a degree in computer science or a related computational field.

It's ideal for those who are curious about intelligent systems and keen to develop the technical skills needed to work at the intersection of data, algorithms, and decision-making.

Admission Requirements

6.5+
70+
125+
4.5+
2.7+
A 2:2 honours degree, or international equivalent 

GCSE Mathematics grade 6 in Mathematics (or equivalent)

Applicants from a non-standard background and individuals with strong relevant work experience are encouraged to apply and will be considered on an individual basis.

Tuition fees

Domestic
14,500 GBP
International
31,700 GBP

Scholarships

Newcastle University Nigeria Future Leaders Scholarships (2026 entry)

Newcastle University Nigeria Future Leaders Scholarships (2026 entry)
Master Open

Value

$13518

Deadline

30 Aug 2026

Application requirements

QS Event Attendance is NOT required

Entry requirements

You must be admitted to this school to be awarded

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