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Masters in Data Science in Dubai
A Data Science master's combines statistics, programming and machine learning to turn data into decisions, usually with a capstone on real datasets. Here is how studying it in Dubai works for Indian students — universities and costs in rupees, eligibility, careers and work rights.
- 5 universities compared
- From ₹26 lakh – ₹30 lakh
- Intakes: September (main)
- Post-study work
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Masters in Data Science in Dubai: what does it cost and is it worth it?
A master's in Data Science in Dubai usually takes 1–2 years. On our list, 5 universities offer it, with total costs from ₹26 lakh – ₹30 lakh (BITS Dubai) to ₹32 lakh – ₹43 lakh (Birmingham Dubai). After graduating: graduates can move to an employment visa; outstanding graduates may qualify for a Golden Visa.
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Masters in Data Science in Dubai at a glance
- Duration
- 1–2 years
- Tuition (international)
- ≈ AED 40,000 – 100,000 per year
- Living costs
- ≈ AED 3,000 – 6,000 per month
- Typical budget
- ₹12–28 lakh per year
- Intakes
- September (main), January (many universities)
- English tests
- IELTS, TOEFL or an equivalent accepted by the university
- GRE / GMAT
- GRE/GMAT is asked by some business and economics programs
- Post-study work
- Graduates can move to an employment visa; outstanding graduates may qualify for a Golden Visa
Overview
Why study Data Science in Dubai?
A Data Science master's combines statistics, programming and machine learning to turn data into decisions, usually with a capstone on real datasets.
Dubai offers UK, US and Australian degrees close to home, large Indian community and a short flight back and strong job market in business, logistics and tourism.
Universities
Universities for Data Science in Dubai
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Eligibility
Entry requirements
Usual expectations — each university sets its own minimums.
Get this checklist on WhatsApp- Bachelor's: B.Tech/BE (any branch) with maths
- Bachelor's: B.Sc in Statistics, Maths or CS
- Bachelor's: B.Com/BBA with strong quantitative coursework (some programs)
- Prerequisite: Statistics and probability
- Prerequisite: Linear algebra / calculus
- Prerequisite: Python or R
- English: IELTS, TOEFL or an equivalent accepted by the university
- GRE/GMAT: GRE/GMAT is asked by some business and economics programs
Careers
Careers after Data Science in Dubai
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It can be, if cost, university and career plan line up. Dubai offers UK, US and Australian degrees close to home. Typical roles afterwards include Data Scientist, Data Analyst and ML Engineer.
On our list: BITS Dubai, Manipal Dubai, Heriot-Watt Dubai, RIT Dubai and Birmingham Dubai.
From ₹26 lakh – ₹30 lakh at BITS Dubai up to ₹32 lakh – ₹43 lakh, including living and one-time costs.
Most universities accept b.Tech/BE (any branch) with maths, b.Sc in Statistics, Maths or CS and b.Com/BBA with strong quantitative coursework (some programs), with statistics and probability, linear algebra / calculus and python or R, plus IELTS, TOEFL or an equivalent accepted by the university.
Graduates can move to an employment visa; outstanding graduates may qualify for a Golden Visa. During your studies: part-time work with university permission and an approved work permit.
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