Course overview
MSc Data Science and Artificial Intelligence is a postgraduate (master's) course in data science & ai at Goldsmiths, University of London in London, United Kingdom. It takes 1 year (full time), with intakes in September.
Goldsmiths, University of London is a public institution, ranked 61st of 130 UK universities in the Complete University Guide (UK) 2027. Read the full course description, modules and entry rules on the official course page.
Key highlights
| University | Goldsmiths, University of London (Public) |
|---|---|
| Location | London, United Kingdom |
| Course | MSc Data Science and Artificial Intelligence |
| Level | Master's (postgraduate) |
| Subject area | Data Science & AI |
| Duration | 1 year (full time) |
| Tuition per year | £22,900 (≈ ₹27.9 lakh) |
| Intakes | September |
| English requirement | IELTS 6.5 (no element below 6.0) |
Interested in MSc Data Science and Artificial Intelligence?A counsellor checks your eligibility and helps you apply, free of charge.
Fees and costs
Tuition for international students is £22,900 a year, about ₹27.9 lakh.
Living costs near the university
| Cost | In GBP | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|
| Loring Hall single en suiteAbout £9,266 to £10,031 for 18 September 2026 to 27 June 2027 | £230–249per week | ≈ ₹28,060 – ₹30,378 |
| Chesterman House (postgraduates)51-week contract; 2-minute walk from campus | £255per week | ≈ ₹31,110 |
| Raymont Hall, Brockley (en suite or studio)Managed by Campus Living Villages; 20-minute walk | £237–405per week | ≈ ₹28,914 – ₹49,349 |
Living costs for the UK as a whole: £12,000–18,000 a year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.
Plan my monthly living costsCareer outcomes
Graduate employment
79.3%
Sustained employment with or without further study, 1 year after graduation, tax year 2023-24
Average (median) salary
£42,100
≈ ₹51.4 lakh a year
Median annualised earnings
Job roles
- Machine learning engineer
- Data scientist
- Software engineer
- Applications developer
- Research scientist (maths)
- Data analyst
Employers hiring for these roles worldwide
Google
Microsoft
Meta
Amazon
Apple
NVIDIA
IBM
Intel
Adobe
SAP
Eligibility
General entry requirements at Goldsmiths, University of London for master's courses. Some courses ask for more, so check the course page.
- Most master's courses ask for a bachelor's degree in a relevant subject. Goldsmiths uses the NOOSR ranking of Indian institutions to make different offers.
- Apply online through the 'Apply now' button on the course page; some programmes (for example MFA Fine Art) have their own application deadlines.
- Self-financing international students pay an advance fee payment of £4,000 to secure their place.
English requirements
For this course: IELTS 6.5 (no element below 6.0).
| Test | What the university asks for |
|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | Usually 6.0 overall for bachelor's degrees (no element below 5.5) and 6.5 for master's (no element below 6.0, sometimes 6.5 in writing). Journalism and Filmmaking ask for 7.0. |
| PTE Academic | 62 overall and 62 in each skill for courses asking for IELTS 6.5; 76 in each skill for IELTS 7.0 or 7.5 courses. |
| Duolingo English Test | Accepted: 120 overall with no score below 110 for courses asking for IELTS 6.5; 130 overall (130 in writing) for IELTS 7.0 or 7.5 courses. |
| Class 12 English | 75% in English in Standard XII from select boards (including CBSE, CISCE and several state boards) meets courses asking for IELTS 5.5 to 6.5; 80% for courses asking for 7.0 or 7.5. |
| Medium of instruction | A degree at UK bachelor's level taught in English may meet the requirement, with official evidence from the institution. |
Intakes
This course starts in: September.
Upcoming intakes and deadlines in the UKHow 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 the UK, then arrange accommodation.
Documents you'll need
- Valid passport
- Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets
- Degree certificate and transcripts (postgraduate)
- Personal statement
- Reference letter
- English test result, or Class 12 English marks from an accepted board
- Portfolio for art, design and film courses where asked
Scholarships
MSc Data Science and Artificial Intelligence Scholarships
MSc Data Science and Artificial Intelligence (full time)
Value: 25% off the tuition fee
Open to home and international students who have been offered a full-time place. Apply with a short statement (up to 500 words); late applications are not accepted.
Official pageGoldsmiths scholarships finder
Undergraduate, postgraduate taught and PhD
Value: Varies by award
Goldsmiths lists scholarships, bursaries and fee waivers by study level, fee status (choose International) and school.
Official pageChevening Scholarships
One-year master's
Value: Full scholarship
Indian citizens who meet Chevening's criteria; listed on Goldsmiths' international funding page.
Official page
About Goldsmiths, University of London
Goldsmiths, University of London is a public university in New Cross, South East London. Education on the site goes back to 1792, and the Goldsmiths' Company reopened it as a technical and recreative institute in 1891. It later joined the University of London and received a Royal Charter in the 1990s.
Goldsmiths is best known for art, design, media, film, music and the humanities, and it also teaches computing, data science, business and marketing. Many courses mix creative and technical work, such as computational arts, games programming and user experience engineering.
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FAQs
What is the fee for MSc Data Science and Artificial Intelligence at Goldsmiths, University of London?
The tuition for international students is £22,900 a year (about ₹27.9 lakh). Fees usually rise each year, so check the course page before you apply.
How long is MSc Data Science and Artificial Intelligence?
The course takes 1 year (full time).
What English score do I need?
IELTS 6.5 (no element below 6.0). Some universities also accept Class 12 English marks or other tests; confirm on the course page.
When can I start?
Intakes: September. 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 28 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.
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