Overview

The Data Science (by Research) course from INTI International University and Colleges aims to develop leaders and experts in data science with positive attitudes to maximize the utilization and advancement of Science and Technology, as a tool for sustainable economic development, and improving the quality of life.

Data Scientist was ranked the best job in several job advertisement platforms from 2016 to 2019. The Covid-19 pandemic, on the other hand, had accelerated the arrival of the big data era, and the new norm had stimulated the growth of daily data transmission. Every business in the new norm had started to appreciate the value brought by the data in making their business decisions. Master of Science in Data Science is a research programme that enable students to focus on a specific topic or area of research with a heavy emphasis on self-directed work.

Career opportunities:

Data Analysts, Business Analyst, Project Manager, System Engineer, Enterprise Manager, Data Scientist, Machine Learning Engineer, Machine Learning Scientist, Applications Architect, Enterprise Architect, Data Architect, Infrastructure Architect, Data Engineer, Compliance Associate, Business Research Consultant, and many more.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Data Science

Analytics

Information Technology

Computer Science
Computing

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months
Part-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-05-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

IELTS

5.5

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia

Disciplines

Data Science & Big Data View 22 other Masters in Data Science & Big Data in Malaysia

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.5

English requirements

IELTS

5.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

A Bachelor’s Degree (Level 6, MQF) in Computing or related fields with a minimum CGPA of 2.50, as accepted by the HEP Senate; OR
A Bachelor’s Degree (Level 6, MQF) in Computing or related fields or equivalent with a minimum CGPA of 2.00 can be accepted subject to a minimum of FIVE (5) years of working experience in the related fields and rigorous internal assessment; OR
Other qualifications equivalent to a Bachelor’s Degree (Level 6, MQF) in the field of Computing or related fields recognised by the Government of Malaysia must undergo appropriate prerequisite modules as determined by the HEP; OR
Candidates without a qualification in the related fields must undergo appropriate prerequisite modules as determined by the HEP and meet a minimum CGPA of 2.00 with minimum of FIVE (5) years of working experience in the related fields, and rigorous internal assessment

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

16155 MYR / year

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Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

16155 MYR / year

≈ 16155 MYR / year

Living costs

Kota Kinabalu

Malaysia

2167 - 2880 MYR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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General requirements

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