The Master of Science in Health Data Science at Bagchi School of Public Health prepares students to harness data and technology to address complex challenges in healthcare and public health. The interdisciplinary programme integrates health sciences with statistics, computing, artificial intelligence, and data-driven analytical methods. It prepares graduates for careers across healthcare, biomedical research, pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, digital health, government, and public health organisations. The programme will commence in the Monsoon Semester of 2027.
Master of Science in Health Data Science
Eligibility
- Applicants must hold a recognised Bachelor's degree or an equivalent professional qualification, with a minimum of 55 per cent marks or an equivalent CGPA. Relaxation, where applicable, will be provided in accordance with Ahmedabad University regulations and statutory norms.
- Applicants should demonstrate aptitude for quantitative reasoning, computational thinking, and scientific problem-solving. Prior knowledge of elementary mathematics and basic programming or computing is desirable.
- Applicants from the following academic disciplines, but not limited to, are encouraged to apply: Statistics, Biostatistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Computer Science and Engineering, Computer Applications, Information Technology, Artificial Intelligence and Data Science, Engineering disciplines with a Quantitative Computing, Electronics, Instrumentation, Biomedical, or Data Science Orientation, Biology, Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, Biomedical Engineering, Health Informatics, Public Health, and other quantitative and other allied disciplines with strong analytical aptitude.
Round 1
21
September, 2026
Applications Opens
07
March, 2027
Application Closes
27
March, 2027
Entrance Examinations and Personal Interview
12
April, 2027
Announcement of Decision
Admission Calendar
| Particulars | Round 1 |
|---|---|
| Application Opens | Monday, September 21, 2026 |
| Application Closes | Sunday, March 7, 2027 |
| Notification to Shortlisted Candidates | Friday, March 19, 2027 |
| Entrance Examination (in-person) | Saturday, March 27, 2027 |
| Personal Interactions | Saturday, March 27, 2027 |
| Announcement of Decision | Monday, April 12, 2027 |
| Programme/ Term Zero Commencement | Thursday, July 1, 2027 |
Application and Admission Process
- Eligible candidates must submit the completed online application form and pay a non-refundable application fee of INR 700.
- Applicants may submit any one of:
- CUET-PG 2027, GATE (2025 to 2027), IIT JAM (2026 and 2027), GRE (2025 to 2027)
- Applicants without a sufficient score in any of the above need to appear for the Ahmedabad University Graduate Aptitude Test (Health Data Science).
- Shortlisted candidates will be required to appear for an in-person Written Examination. Exceptions to in-person attendance may be considered for international students or candidates who are unable to comply due to valid medical or personal circumstances.
- Candidates who qualify in the Written Examination will be invited for a Personal Interview.
Selection Criteria
We review each application holistically, and applicants are shortlisted on the basis of their overall strength and potential, taking into account their past academic record, written test scores, and evaluation during personal interactions.
Fee Structure
The two-year tuition fee for the incoming class of 2027 is INR 4,00,000 (INR 2,00,000 per annum), which includes books/ course materials/ activity charges.
Payment Schedule
Offered candidates are required to pay fees as per the offer letter and confirm admission.
Refunds
Refunds for withdrawal/cancellation of admission will be as per UGC Guidelines.
Financial Aid and Teaching Assistantships
At Ahmedabad University, we believe that finances should not stand in the way of pursuing education.
Financial aid of INR 50,000 will be provided to a highly qualified limited number of students, who will undertake Teaching Assistantship responsibilities during the programme.
Upcoming Events
16 October 2026
Careers in Health Data Science: From Data to Healthcare Impact
Frequently asked Questions
What is the duration of the Master of Science in Health Data Science programme?
This is a two year full time programme- one year at Ahmedabad University and one year with an industry.The programme consists ofTerm Zero (foundational preparation before the beginning of the first quarter), four academic quarters in the first year, and a one-year industry internship.
When will the programme commence?
The programme will commence in the Monsoon Semester of 2027.
How many credits does the programme carry?
The programme carries a total of 80 credits, including 4 credits in Term Zero (July), 36 credits for academic coursework spread over 4 quarters, and 40 credits for the second-year internship.
What will students learn during Term Zero?
Term Zero provides foundational learning in basic mathematics, health science fundamentals, programming in Python or R, and professional communication
What are the key areas covered in the curriculum?
The curriculum covers public health, epidemiology, applied statistics, health data systems, programming, machine learning, deep learning, biomedical analytics, responsible AI, clinical natural language processing, medical imaging, genomics, and computational biology.
Does the programme include electives?
Yes. Students complete two electives during the first year, with options drawn from graduate-level courses offered across the University or approved programme-specific offerings, subject to availability and prerequisites.
Is an industry internship part of the programme?
Yes. Students undertake a mandatory one-year supervised industry internship during the second year to gain hands-on experience in applying health data science to real-world healthcare and biomedical challenges, opening opportunities for future employment.
Where can students undertake their internship?
Internships may be undertaken with hospitals, health technology companies, pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries, research organisations, digital health startups, public health agencies, and other relevant organisations, subject to programme approval.
Is there an alternative to the industry internship?
Students may request a research thesis in place of the industry internship, approved on a case-by-case basis. The programme also provides opportunities for approved startup projects and industry-sponsored research.
Will students have opportunities to interact with industry professionals?
Yes. A non-credit Industry Seminar series runs throughout the first year, bringing industry professionals to engage with students and facilitate industry interaction and career connections. In addition, industry professionals are also involved in teaching of some courses.
Does the programme provide start-up support and entrepreneurial assistance to students?
Yes. If a student does not opt for the one-year Industry Internship or Research pathway, they can choose the Start-up Elective in Quarter 4. Under this elective, students receive start-up support and guidance from the VentureStudio to help them develop and advance their entrepreneurial ideas.
Does the programme have collaborations or partnerships with industry to provide students with practical exposure and industry engagement opportunities?
The programme is actively establishing Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) with various industrial organisations. These strategic partnerships aim to facilitate hands-on experiential learning, corporate engagement, real-world internships, collaborative research, and professional placement prospects for students.
Is student accommodation available at Ahmedabad University?
Yes. Ahmedabad University provides fully residential student housing facilities. The standard accommodation is twin-sharing, air-conditioned rooms with modern amenities.
Are scholarships available?
Yes. Ahmedabad University provides Financial aid of INR 50,000 to a highly qualified, limited number of students, who will undertake Teaching Assistantship responsibilities during the programme.
Are Bank loans available?
Yes. Enrolled candidates can seek educational loans themself through leading public, private, or non-banking financial institutions according to their eligibility. Ahmedabad University assists students by issuing the requisite official documentation to facilitate their loan request. Ahmedabad University also helps connect with banks and other loan providing agencies.
Does the fee include a laptop?
No. Enrolled candidates are expected to bring their personal laptop computers.
Is there a part-time track available for the programme?
No. The programme is structured strictly as a full-time programme; a part-time enrolment pathway is not presently available.
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Contact Information
For Admission Inquiry Contact
Office of Graduate Admission
Bagchi School of Public Health
Ahmedabad University
Contact Number: +91.9898401665
Email: admissions.bsph@ahduni.edu.in
For Programme Details Contact
Professors Monjoy Saha and Indrajit Ghosh
Chairs, Master of Science in Health Data Science Programme
chairs.mshds@ahduni.edu.in