Master in Data Science

Tuition fees for Master in Data Science are 900 EUR per year.

Data Science is an interdisciplinary field that combines statistics, computer science, and domain knowledge to extract insight from large and complex datasets. Students typically study probability and statistics, programming, databases, machine learning, data visualization, and applied methods for handling structured and unstructured information. Coursework often covers algorithms for classification and prediction, data mining, and the ethical and privacy questions that arise when working with personal or sensitive data. Graduates apply these skills across sectors such as technology, finance, healthcare, marketing, and public administration, working as data analysts, data scientists, machine learning engineers, or research support staff. The field sits at the intersection of mathematics and software engineering, so students build competence in both formal reasoning and hands-on coding, often using languages such as Python or R alongside statistical software. This master's program in Data Science is offered by Università degli Studi di Roma "La Sapienza" in Roma, Italy, and is taught in English, making it accessible to an international cohort of students. The program runs for two years, the standard length for a second-cycle degree in the Italian higher education system, and leads to a qualification recognized within the European academic framework. Students entering programs of this kind generally come from backgrounds in mathematics, statistics, computer science, engineering, or related quantitative disciplines, though pathways vary by institution. Because data science draws on multiple established fields, graduates often continue into further research, pursue doctoral study, or move directly into industry roles that require the ability to turn raw data into decisions. Given Rome's role as a major European capital and academic center, students also gain exposure to a large, diverse urban environment alongside their studies.