About this course
University of Stirling offers MSc/PgDip/PGCert Big Data as a 21-month postgraduate Masters Degree (Taught) programme in Artificial Intelligence. Based in Stirling, the programme is delivered by the university's specialist faculty and welcomes international applicants from across Africa and beyond.
Tuition is £24,300 per year. English-language entry requires IELTS 6 overall or TOEFL iBT 78. Intakes run across 2 windows (Spring (January), 2027 and Autumn (September), 2026).
Scholarships are available to international applicants. The programme includes an industry internship element.
BDM Consult's advisors can guide you through entry requirements, scholarship eligibility, and visa support — from initial application to offer letter.
Entry requirements
A minimum of a second-class honours degree (2.1 preferred) or equivalent in any discipline. Applicants without these formal qualifications but with significant appropriate work experience are encouraged to apply.
Scholarships
Scholarships are available for this course. Speak to a BDM advisor for the latest funding and eligibility details.
Intake dates
- ▸Spring (January), 2027
- ▸Autumn (September), 2026
Application deadlines differ per intake. Speak to BDM for the latest cut-off dates.
