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MSc in Business Analytics & AI

At University College Dublin (UCD)

Location

Republic of Ireland

Qualification

Degree - Masters

Fees

EUR26180

(2026)

Duration

1 Year(s)

Next intake

14.09.2027

Course info

This programme is designed to foster expertise around the wider Business Analytics framework and Artificial Intelligence. Specifically, the programme explores a wide range of quantitative-based tools aimed at supporting complex decision-making in a business context. Students build core knowledge by embracing programming, statistics, data science and AI foundations; then they are exposed to visualization, predictive and optimisation techniques while learning about data and AI management; finally, they further refine their curriculum via different option modules with potential for a final capstone project. The ultimate goal of the programme is to educate the future Business Analysts of the world by exposing them to solid foundations and up-to-date topics.
This Master's course is delivered at our dedicated Graduate Business School campus, UCD Michael Smurfit Graduate Business School, located in Blackrock, 4km from the main UCD Belfield Campus.

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Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide.Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

Duration: 1 Year(s)

Fees: EUR26180

Intake	Location
Autumn (September), 2027	Blackrock

Entry requirements for University College Dublin (UCD)

You may be eligible for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL), as UCD recognises formal, informal, and/or experiential learning. RPL may be awarded to gain Admission and/or credit exemptions on a programme. A minimum second class honours primary degree (or equivalent) which includes quantitative techniques, including Engineering, Computer Science and other Sciences. Applicants with a Business studies background need to have taken MIS-Management Information Systems subjects, Maths or other quantitative courses.

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Application Deadline

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Further information

If you aren't eligible for the above entry requirements, you might have a chance to explore pathway options at University College Dublin (UCD). If you want to find out more, speak to our counsellors.