Course overview
MS Professional Studies: Data Analytics is a postgraduate (master's) course in data science & ai at Rochester Institute of Technology Dubai (RIT Dubai) in Dubai, Dubai (UAE). It takes About 2 years full time (33 credit hours), with intakes in Fall and Spring.
Rochester Institute of Technology Dubai (RIT Dubai) is a private institution, ranked 951–1000 in the world in the QS World University Rankings (parent: Rochester Institute of Technology) 2027. Read the full course description, modules and entry rules on the official course page.
Key highlights
| University | Rochester Institute of Technology Dubai (RIT Dubai) (Private) |
|---|---|
| Location | Dubai, Dubai (UAE) |
| Course | MS Professional Studies: Data Analytics |
| Level | Master's (postgraduate) |
| Subject area | Data Science & AI |
| Duration | About 2 years full time (33 credit hours) |
| Tuition per year | AED 64,350 (≈ ₹16.1 lakh) |
| Intakes | Fall and Spring |
| English requirement | Check RIT Dubai's graduate English requirement |
Interested in MS Professional Studies: Data Analytics?A counsellor checks your eligibility and helps you apply, free of charge.
Fees and costs
Tuition for international students is AED 64,350 a year, about ₹16.1 lakh. Over 2 years that is roughly AED 128,700 (≈ ₹32.2 lakh) before any yearly increase.
AED 128,700 total tuition for 33 credit hours, shown per year over the usual 2 years full time (RIT Dubai doesn't state a fixed length)
Living costs near the university
| Cost | In AED | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|
| Housing depositNon-refundable, credited to the housing fee | AED 1,500one-off | ≈ ₹37,500 |
| Student visaIncludes a refundable AED 2,500 deposit; renewal AED 1,750 a year | AED 5,300one-off | ≈ ₹1.3 lakh |
| Health insuranceNarrow to comprehensive plan | AED 3,150–6,000per year | ≈ ₹78,750 – ₹1.5 lakh |
| BooksAverage | AED 500per semester | ≈ ₹12,500 |
| Lab fee | AED 860per lab course | ≈ ₹21,500 |
Living costs for Dubai (UAE) as a whole: AED 45,000–100,000 a year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.
Plan my monthly living costsEligibility
General entry requirements at Rochester Institute of Technology Dubai (RIT Dubai) for master's courses. Some courses ask for more, so check the course page.
- A recognised bachelor's degree in a related field for engineering and cybersecurity master's; professional studies programmes accept a wider range of backgrounds.
- Apply online for Fall or Spring entry.
English requirements
Intakes
This course starts in: Fall and Spring.
Upcoming intakes and deadlines in Dubai (UAE)How to apply
- Check the entry requirements and the deadline on the official course page.
- Take IELTS, PTE or the test the university accepts, if you need one.
- Prepare your documents: transcripts, statement of purpose, recommendation letters and CV.
- Apply on the university's application portal and pay any application fee.
- Accept your offer, meet any conditions and pay the deposit.
- Apply for your student visa for Dubai (UAE), then arrange accommodation.
Documents you'll need
- Valid passport
- Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets (undergraduate)
- Degree transcripts and certificate (postgraduate)
- English test score
- Statement of purpose and recommendations (graduate)
- Documents for the UAE student visa (visa fee AED 5,300 including a refundable AED 2,500 deposit)
Scholarships
RIT Dubai merit scholarships
Undergraduate and graduate
Value: Up to 50% of tuition
Based on academic and non-academic achievements; see RIT Dubai's scholarship page for criteria.
Official pageAthletic scholarships and awards
Undergraduate and graduate
Value: Set by RIT Dubai
For students with strong sporting records who join RIT Dubai teams.
Official pageStudent Referral Program
All levels
Value: Incentive for current students and alumni who refer new students
Conditions set by RIT Dubai.
Official page
About Rochester Institute of Technology Dubai (RIT Dubai)
Rochester Institute of Technology is a private US university in Rochester, New York, founded in 1829 and known for engineering, computing, cybersecurity and design, as well as its co-operative education programme. RIT Dubai opened in 2008 and moved to a purpose-built campus in Dubai Silicon Oasis, a technology park in the east of the city.
RIT Dubai offers American bachelor's degrees in cybersecurity, computing and information technology, electrical and mechanical engineering, finance, marketing, psychology and new media design, and master's degrees in engineering, cybersecurity, engineering management, data analytics, smart cities and leadership. Students graduate with an RIT degree and can spend time at RIT's main campus or its other global campuses.
Similar courses
Data Science & AI courses at other universities in Dubai (UAE)
- Master of Science in Artificial Intelligenceabu-dhabi-university-dubai-campus2 years (30 credit hours); blended · AED 48,750 / year
- Master of Science in Artificial Intelligence (M.S.A.I.)american-university-in-dubaiAbout 2 years full time (30 credit hours) · AED 72,450 / year
- MBA in Business AnalyticsBITS Pilani, Dubai Campus2 years (3 semesters of classes + internship or dissertation) · AED 33,600 / year
- Master of Science (MSc) in Artificial Intelligencebritish-university-in-dubaiFull or part time; 180 credits (BUiD does not state the length) · AED 85,000 / year
- Master of Science in Business AnalyticsCanadian University Dubai30 credit hours (CUD does not state the length) · AED 84,263 / year
- Master of Science in Artificial IntelligenceCanadian University Dubai33 credit hours (CUD does not state the length) · AED 135,135 / year
More courses at Rochester Institute of Technology Dubai (RIT Dubai)
- BS Computing Security (Cybersecurity)4 years · AED 68,000 / year
- BS Computing and Information Technologies4 years · AED 68,000 / year
- BS Electrical Engineering4–5 years · AED 68,000 / year
- BS Mechanical Engineering4–5 years · AED 68,000 / year
- MS CybersecurityAbout 2 years full time (30 credit hours) · AED 58,500 / year
- BS Finance4 years · AED 68,000 / year
FAQs
What is the fee for MS Professional Studies: Data Analytics at Rochester Institute of Technology Dubai (RIT Dubai)?
The tuition for international students is AED 64,350 a year (about ₹16.1 lakh). AED 128,700 total tuition for 33 credit hours, shown per year over the usual 2 years full time (RIT Dubai doesn't state a fixed length). Fees usually rise each year, so check the course page before you apply.
How long is MS Professional Studies: Data Analytics?
The course takes About 2 years full time (33 credit hours).
What English score do I need?
Check RIT Dubai's graduate English requirement. Some universities also accept Class 12 English marks or other tests; confirm on the course page.
When can I start?
Intakes: Fall and Spring. Apply early: popular courses can fill up before the deadline.
Can Admission Mantra help me apply?
Yes. A counsellor checks your eligibility, helps you prepare your documents and statement of purpose, and guides you through the application and visa. The first conversation is free.
We researched this page on 23 Oct 2026 from the university's own pages. Fees, entry rules and intakes change every year; confirm them on the official course page before you apply. Listing a course doesn't mean Admission Mantra represents the university.