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Tuition
USD8,000/yr verified
Duration
18 months
Intake
April
English
IELTS 6.0
About this programme
The Master of Data Science (Coursework) at Universiti Sains Malaysia's School of Computer Sciences, introduced in 2017/18 and renamed from Master of Science (Data Science and Analytics) in October 2024, produces professional practitioners in Big Data Analytics able to make sound data-driven decisions. It requires 44 units including 24 units of taught core courses and a work-based practicum; offered full-time with a minimum of three and maximum of six semesters. MQA reference MQA/SWA16882.
Course details verified 13 Aug 2026 — intakes, entry requirements and course facts · official source
Intakes & deadlines
April and October
Dates confirmed for your profile
Open
Most universities admit on a rolling basis — we confirm the exact application deadline for your profile, free.
Entry requirements
English
IELTS 6.0
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Computing/Information Technology or equivalent with a minimum CGPA of 2.75/4.00 (a lower CGPA of 2.00-2.74 may be considered with relevant research/professional experience or publications).
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Typical graduate salary — Data Science & Analytics, Malaysia
MYR4,000–MYR6,000/mo
· ≈ ₹94,320–₹1.4 L/mo
This is an indicative early-career range for the whole Data Science & Analytics field in Malaysia,
from official graduate-outcome data — not a figure for this programme or university, and not a guarantee of
what you will earn. What you actually earn depends on the role, employer, city and your visa.
Rupee figure converted at the 5 Oct 2026 mid-market rate; your
bank's rate will be worse and currencies move, so use it for planning, not as the amount you will receive.
Tuition is USD8,000/yr. Checked against the university's own fees page. We confirm the current fee and the scholarships you qualify for — free.
The main intake is April. Most universities admit on a rolling basis — we confirm the exact deadline for your profile, free.
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Computing/Information Technology or equivalent with a minimum CGPA of 2.75/4.00 (a lower CGPA of 2.00-2.74 may be considered with relevant research/professional experience or publications). English: IELTS 6.0.
The programme runs about 18 months full-time.
Yes — shortlisting, SOP, LOR, Resume, application, scholarships and visa guidance are all free. We're paid by partner universities, not by you.
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