MSc Data Science and Artificial Intelligence (AI)

Queen's University Belfast

Artificial Intelligence and data-driven decision-making are transforming how businesses, governments, and societies function, from automating medical diagnostics to optimising financial systems and improving sustainability efforts. As AI adoption accelerates, the question is no longer if organisations should embrace these technologies, but how to do so effectively and ethically.Despite this momentum, there remains a significant skills gap. Employers urgently need professionals who not only understand the mechanics of AI and data science but can apply them responsibly to real-world problems. The demand spans every sector: healthcare, finance, public policy, climate, and beyond.This MSc is designed to meet that need. It produces graduates with the technical fluency, critical thinking, and ethical awareness required to lead in this fast-moving landscape.