BSc (Hons) Data Science & Artificial Intelligence

The BSc (Hons) Data Science & Artificial Intelligence programme is designed to equip students with a strong foundation in both the theoretical and practical aspects of AI and data science. Through hands-on training, learners will develop skills in programming, machine learning, neural networks, and computational intelligence using cutting-edge tools and technologies. The course focuses on the real-world application of AI and data science techniques to solve complex problems across industries, preparing graduates for careers in data analytics, AI development, and intelligent systems engineering. Also see related Masters Degrees at https://open.ac.mu/msc-applied-computing-digital-technologies/

Tuition fees

 No Tuition fees for first time undergraduates Mauritian Learners

Entry Requirements

A pass in English Language at Cambridge School Certificate/ ‘O’ Level or equivalent

AND EITHER Pass in:
3 subjects at A-level and 1 subject at subsidiary level at Higher School Certificate Examination;

OR Pass in:
2 subjects at A-level and 2 subjects at subsidiary level at the Higher School Certificate Examination;

OR Pass in:
3 subjects at A-level at the London General Certificate Examination.

OR any other qualifications acceptable to OU.

Programme Specific: Minimum grade C at “A” Level in Mathematics or Statistics

Intake 2025
  • February
  • August

Scholarships
  • Scholarship for Open university of Mauritius Toppers after graduation

Duration

 Minimum: 3 years Maximum: 6 years
Year 1
  • Essential of Statistics
  • Mathematics for Artificial Intelligence
  • Digital Logic
  • Computer System Fundamentals
  • Introduction to Entrepreneurship
  • Design and Algorithms
  • Software EngineeringFundamentals
  • OO Design andprogramming
  • Introduction to Data Science
  • DBMS

Year 2
  • Project Management
  • Algorithms and Mining Programming Techniques
  • Data Analysis using Vision Statistical Packages
  • Data Science for Business
  • Data Visualization
  • Ethics and Law in Al
  • Data Warehousing andData Mining
  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Machine Learning
  • WorkPlacement Project

Year 3
  • Blockchain Foundations and Applications
  • Computer Vision
  • Neural networks and Deep Learning
  • Natural Language Processing
  • Intelligent Agents
  • New Data Storage
  • Big Data Analytics
  • Advanced Topics in Statistical Machine Learning
  • Data Science / Artificial Intelligence Final Year Project
Payment Facilities
Instalments Facilities upon request
Number of Modules
15 (4 credits per module)
Fee Structure

Mauritian
Total: Rs 150,000

SADC
Total: US$ 4,350

International (Non-SADC)
Total: US$ 6,845
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