Ahmedabad University launches MSc Health Data Science programme, admissions open for 2027 cohort

Ahmedabad University‘s Bagchi School of Public Health launched a Master of Science (MSc) in Health Data Science programme on October 26, 2026, in Ahmedabad, Gujarat. The programme is designed to address the increasing demand for data scientists capable of analysing complex health data and bridging health sciences with statistical, computational, and analytical methods for big data. Admissions for the 2027 cohort are now open, with the programme scheduled to commence on July 1, 2027.

This two-year postgraduate programme aims to prepare professionals who can combine analytical and computational skills with an understanding of health systems, epidemiology, and the responsible use of health data. The initiative aligns with national efforts such as the Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission, reflecting a broader need for specialized expertise in the evolving digital health landscape.

Programme Structure and Curriculum

The MSc Health Data Science is an 80-credit programme structured over two years. It includes one year of intensive coursework followed by a one-year mentored interdisciplinary industry internship. The curriculum integrates diverse fields, including statistics, computer science, artificial intelligence, informatics, biomedical engineering, ethics, and critical elements of public health.

Students enrolled in the programme will learn emerging approaches for analysing complex health data. This includes medical imaging (pathology and radiology), multiomics (metabolomics, genomics, and other omics), and exposome data. The programme also focuses on developing skills in advanced statistical and computational methods, such as multivariate and discriminant analysis, machine learning, deep learning, natural language processing, and integrative data analysis. Professor Kaumudi Joshipura, Dean of the Bagchi School of Public Health, stated, “The Master of Science in Health Data Science reflects Ahmedabad University’s interdisciplinary and entrepreneurial approach to education, bringing together public health, science, technology, and data to address complex challenges.”

Career Prospects and Ethical Focus

Graduates of the MSc Health Data Science programme are prepared for a range of careers across various sectors. These include healthcare, biomedical research, pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries, digital health organisations, hospitals, public health organisations, government agencies, academia, and other national and international institutions. The programme emphasizes methodological rigour, ethical practice, responsible artificial intelligence, and interdisciplinary collaboration, ensuring that professionals are equipped to handle the complexities of health data responsibly.

Professor Joshipura further noted, “The mission of Bagchi School of Public Health is to improve human and planetary health through research, education and action.” The programme is supported by faculty with diverse expertise and training from leading institutions in India and internationally, bringing together perspectives from biomedical engineering, statistics, public health, computing, medicine, and related disciplines.

About Ahmedabad University

Ahmedabad University, established in 2009, is a private, non-profit research university recognized by the Government of Gujarat as a Centre of Excellence. The University is accredited with an ‘A’ grade by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) and is recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC) under Section 12(B) of the UGC Act. It has received several accolades, including the Leadership and Management Team of the Year at the Times Higher Education Awards Asia 2025 and a 5-star rating in the Gujarat State Institutional Rating Framework (GSIRF) for 2021-22 and 2023-24. In addition, Ahmedabad University was awarded the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) International Award for Excellence 2024 for its University Centre and a ‘Platinum Rating’ by the Indian Green Building Council for sustainability and green practices. The University also received the AACSB’s Innovations That Inspire Award 2023 for its Foundation Programme.

Written by Nishit Kumar

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