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Degree Programmes Degree Programmes
Master's Master's
Applied Data Science and AI Applied Data Science and AI

Master of Science in Applied Data Science and AI Understanding the potential of data and artificial intelligence (AI) and using it professionally

Data is the resource of the 21st century, and the quest for harnessing its economic and social potential calls for an increasing number of specialists and managers who not only have solid technical, analytical, and AI know-how but are also able to apply them as creative entrepreneurs.

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The ability to recognize relationships in large data sets and to unleash their value with the help of Data Science and Artificial Intelligence is increasingly becoming a key competence that companies and organisations are eager to acquire, resulting in strong demand for talented experts who can harness this potential to best effect.

Through its multidisciplinary approach, the Master Data Science programme prepares graduates to meet the challenges they will face as specialists and managers in the digital economy. As data scientists with strong applied skills, they will have a broad range of career opportunities in SMEs, large corporations, public institutions, and non-profit organisations.

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What makes our Master Applied Data Science programme stand out

It’s open to career-changers

The fields of data science today are as varied as the disciplines in our students’ academic background (social sciences and economics, natural sciences, engineering, humanities). Accordingly, the Master's programme is designed for ambitious individuals with a university degree, a strong interest in data technologies and above-average analytical abilities.

Future-oriented technologies & Artificial Intelligence (AI)

Artificial Intelligence is playing an increasingly important role in data analysis and decision-making. Our master's programme not only teaches traditional data science methods but also integrates cutting-edge AI technologies to identify complex patterns, enhance predictions, and develop innovative solutions. Students learn to apply AI models in practice and to handle this key technology of the future responsibly.

It’s flexible and individual

Students have a great deal of flexibility in designing their studies, and they can determine the start, duration and course load based on their individual needs.

It’s designed for practitioners

Our data specialists are highly competent in using the right queries, interpreting the hidden information in data, and gaining insights for forecasting trends and events – with a view to helping management teams, organisations and society make better decisions. To this end, the Master's programme provides future data specialists not only with deep expertise in their field but also with consummate skills for applying it for optimal benefit. By working on projects, they will further develop their knowledge by tackling real-life problems as found in a wide range of applied fields.

What makes our Master's programme special

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Facts

Degree

Master of Science Hochschule Luzern/FHZ in Applied Data Science and AI – 120 ECTS credits

Graduate profile

Graduates are able to

recognise the economic and social potential in data,
access, consolidate, organise and prepare data from different sources for analysis,
recognise patterns in complex data sets to use for predicting future events and making important management decisions,
extract information from data and visualise and communicate it effectively to a broad audience,
use the potential of data in accordance with legal and ethical standards.

Specialisation

Applied Data Science and AI

Field of activity

The course immerses students in challenging specialist and management tasks covering a broad range of functions and industries. It thus also provides an excellent basis for young entrepreneurs looking to start their own business.

Admission

The programme is open to anyone with a Bachelor's or Master's degree from a university or a university of applied sciences. Applicants are expected to have a pronounced interest in data technologies, an affinity for analytical questions and a strong drive to excel in their field. Applicants must take an English language test and an aptitude test.

You can find more information about admission here

Application deadline

Study start in autumn: - 1 June for Swiss and EU/EFTA applicants -1 April for applicants requiring a visa Study start in spring: - 1 December for Swiss and EU/EFTA applicants - 1 September for applicants requiring a visa

Commencement of studies

Mid September (calendar week 38) or mid February (calendar week 8)

Semester dates

Autumn semester: Mid September until Christmas (calendar weeks 38 to 52)

Spring semester: Mid February until the end of May (calendar weeks 8 to 22)

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Language of instruction

English

Student counselling

Head of studies/Study coordinator

Study fees

Application fee: CHF 250
Semester fees: CHF 800
Semester fees for foreign students: CHF 1300

Budget Plan

International

We support our students in spending a semester abroad at a university of applied sciences or university from the third semester onwards. In doing so, we draw on our excellent connections with international partner institutions. We also help to find individual solutions with suitable institutions.

Place of study

Lucerne (location Zentralstrasse 9 and Walter-von-Moos-Promenade 1)
Classes alternate between on-site and online.

Duration of studies

The studies usually last four semesters, but the period can be extended for up to eight semesters. Students can start either in the autumn or the spring semester.

Time model

work-study

Services

Smart-Up: Support programme (coaching, consulting, facilities, networks, events, etc.) for students who want to start their own business.
Careers Service: Activities and offers relating to career entry and career planning.
Language Centre: Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts offers a wide range of opportunities to improve your foreign languages skills.
Context modules : Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts – in conjunction with the Lucerne University of Teacher Education and the University of Lucerne – offers a range of general education modules on culture, business, technology, law, politics and ethics.

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Among other things, this education programme contributes to the attainment of the following UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs):

SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production

Ensure sustainable consumption and production patterns
SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth

Promote sustained, inclusive and sustainable economic growth, full and productive employment and decent work for all

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Accreditation & QS Stars Rating

Akkreditierung und QS Stars Ranking HSLU

Independent accreditations and a renowned rating demonstrate the quality of our university and provide prospective students and partners with reliable guidance.

Insights into career profiles

What do our graduates do as Data Scientists, AI Specialists, Data Engineers and more? More about their career profiles.

Insights into Master's Thesis Projects

What are our students researching in their master's thesis projects? Discover their research here.

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A marvelous place of study: Lucerne and its environs

In Lucerne, students enjoy more than just academics. Surrounded by stunning Swiss landscapes, including mountains and lakes, they also have access to rich cultural activities. Lucerne's central location makes it easy to explore other Swiss cities like Zurich, Basel, or Bern.