Master of Science in Data Science

The first term of study is designed to provide a foundation in the fundamentals of the field, and to provide a baseline for all incoming admissions streams from several related but distinct fields of undergraduate study.

The program includes discipline core courses, and a set of topical electives that provide the continuity of study across the two years.  The discipline courses are augmented by an arc of courses that provide milestones for program advancement and completion of the Thesis.  This arc consists of a course in Research Methods, Research Seminar, Thesis Proposal, and then a final term to conclude and defend the work.

The program offers a research-and student-centered education. The balance of emphasis on fundamentals, recent computational innovations, big data analytics, and applied artificial intelligence will stimulate and accelerate knowledge discoveries. The program requires a 30 ECTS thesis  as part of the degree completion requirements. Students are encouraged to present their research findings at international conferences and to publish their results in scientific journals.

To apply now, please sign up and start filling out your application.

For more information on the Data Science MSc Program, please contact Prof. Michael Lewis (mlewis@nu.edu.kz).

Application Requirements:

1) an undergraduate degree (Bachelor’s degree or equivalent) in a relevant discipline, to be determined by the Admissions Committee;

2) a minimum CGPA of 2.75;

3) the required level of English proficiency as indicated below

4) 2 letters of recommendation;

5) a personal statement of purpose;

6) submission of a valid IELTS or TOEFL test report (must be submitted).

Required Level of English Proficiency:

The absolute minimum requirement for English language proficiency test reports for admission to the Master of Science in Data Science program is overall IELTS test score of 6.5 (with sub-score requirements no less than 6.0), or the equivalent TOEFL score as posted on the ETS website.

Applicants to the Master of Science in Data Science  program, at the discretion of the Admissions Committee, can be exempted from submitting the language proficiency test report if:

• one of their earlier academic degrees was earned in an English Speaking country;
• their undergraduate degree was earned in a program with English as the main language of instruction;
• the applicant is a graduate of Nazarbayev University