Master in Joint Masters Data Science and AI MSc

Tuition is Option 1: Madras, INR 300,000, Birmingham, GBP 10,142. Option 2: Madras, INR 600,000, Birmingham, GBP 7,245..

Data science and artificial intelligence examine how to extract meaningful patterns from large data sets, design algorithms that learn from experience, and apply statistical methods to solve complex problems across many sectors. This MSc integrates those themes, offering a blend of theory, practical skills and research exposure.

The programme’s distinctive feature is its joint delivery by the University of Birmingham and the Indian Institute of Technology Madras, allowing you to study in both the UK and India, complete an industrial placement and undertake a substantial research project under supervision from experts at both institutions.

It is aimed at graduates with a science or engineering background who have achieved at least a 2:1 in a numerate degree and wish to develop a global perspective and advanced expertise in data science and AI. A global data science career awaits.

The University of Birmingham, chartered in 1900, is a large, research-intensive redbrick university located in Edgbaston. It offers a broad spectrum of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes and has a reputation for multidisciplinary research, substantial campus investment and strong academic staffing. With more than 34,000 students, including a sizeable international community, Birmingham combines historic strengths with modern facilities and a global outlook.

Research and teaching span the arts, sciences, engineering, medicine and social sciences, supported by major investments in campus infrastructure and academic appointments. The university promotes interdisciplinary collaboration through flagship fellowships and research initiatives, and many courses provide opportunities for placements, industry engagement and overseas study on its international campuses. Student support services include extensive academic development, career services and wellbeing provision tailored to an international cohort.

Life at Birmingham blends a vibrant campus with access to the city's cultural and professional resources, enabling students to pursue extracurricular activities, volunteering and professional networking. The institution’s global partnerships and growing research profile open doors for international collaborations and career pathways. Prospective international applicants should carefully check entry requirements, funding and application deadlines and contact the university’s international office for guidance on visas, scholarships and arrival planning.