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Bournemouth University

Poole, England — Talbot Campus, United KingdomReviewed 22 October 2026

Bournemouth's Data Science and AI master's develops technical analysis and independent research skills through computing-focused study.

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Bournemouth's Data Science and AI master's develops technical analysis and independent research skills through computing-focused study.

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  1. MSc Data Science and Artificial Intelligence — September: 12 months; January: 16 months, full-time
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Academic eligibility

  • A 2:2 honours degree or equivalent in computing, mathematics, physics, electronic engineering, data science/analytics or a subject with substantial mathematics and computing.
  • The course's Indian example is a recognised three-year bachelor's degree with at least 55%.

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Language requirements

  • IELTS Academic 6.0 overall with a minimum of 5.5 in each component.

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Study intakes

  • January 2027 and September 2027 application options are advertised.
  • Their durations differ.

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Application deadlines

  • The general taught-postgraduate guidance asks international visa applicants to apply as early as possible rather than giving one fixed submission cutoff.
  • The offer's deposit and CAS timetable controls; an application not ready by CAS issuance can move to a later intake.

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International tuition

  • The published September 2026 international tuition rate is GBP 20,685 per annum for 2026/27.
  • This is not a confirmed September 2027 price or an all-in total for the longer January route.
  • Obtain a start-specific quotation and add living costs.

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Scholarships & funding

  • For January 2027, international applicants may be automatically assessed for Academic Excellence or Academic Achievement awards, advertised at GBP 4,500 and GBP 2,000 respectively.
  • Academic equivalence, award terms and availability apply; funding is not guaranteed.

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What can international students study at Bournemouth University?

Selected programme options include MSc Data Science and Artificial Intelligence — September: 12 months; January: 16 months, full-time. These are selected examples, not the full catalogue. Availability, campus, mode of study and teaching language must be checked for your intake.

What are the entry requirements for Bournemouth University?

A 2:2 honours degree or equivalent in computing, mathematics, physics, electronic engineering, data science/analytics or a subject with substantial mathematics and computing. The course's Indian example is a recognised three-year bachelor's degree with at least 55%. IELTS Academic 6.0 overall with a minimum of 5.5 in each component.

How much are international tuition fees at Bournemouth University?

The published September 2026 international tuition rate is GBP 20,685 per annum for 2026/27. This is not a confirmed September 2027 price or an all-in total for the longer January route. Obtain a start-specific quotation and add living costs. Fees are not a university-wide average. Confirm the exact course, fee year, currency, deposit, extra charges and refund conditions before paying.

When is the application deadline for Bournemouth University?

The general taught-postgraduate guidance asks international visa applicants to apply as early as possible rather than giving one fixed submission cutoff. The offer's deposit and CAS timetable controls; an application not ready by CAS issuance can move to a later intake. January 2027 and September 2027 application options are advertised. Their durations differ. A semester start date is not an application closing date. Check scholarship and visa timelines separately.

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