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/

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Entry Requirements

General Entry Requirements

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Programme Specific Requirements:

Cambridge Higher School Certificate with a minimum grade C in

Mathematics or Statistics. 

Intake
  • February
  • August

Scholarships
  • Scholarship for Open University of Mauritius Toppers after graduation

Duration

 Minimum: 3 years Maximum: 6 years
Year 1

Year 1 Semester 1

  • Essentials of Statistics
  • Mathematics for Artificial Intelligence
  • Digital Logic
  • Computer Systems Fundamentals
  • Introduction to Entrepreneurship

 

Year 1 Semester 2

  • Design and Algorithms
  • Software Engineering Fundamentals
  • OO Design and Programming
  • Introduction to Data Science
  • DBMS

Year 2

Year 2 Semester 1

  • Project Management
  • Algorithms and Programming Techniques
  • Data Analysis using Statistical packages
  • Data Science for Business
  • Data Visualization

 

Year 2 Semester 2

  • Ethics and Law in AI
  • Data Warehousing and Data Mining
  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Machine Learning
  • Work Placement Project (100% Coursework)

Year 3

Year 3 Semester 1

  • Blockchain Foundations and Applications
  • Computer Vision
  • Neural Networks and Deep Learning
  • Natural Language Processing
  • Intelligent Agents

Year 3 Semester 2

  • 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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