MSc IN DATA SCIENCE AND GEOINFORMATICS
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The M.Sc. in Data Science and Geoinformatics program is designed to equip students with advanced knowledge and practical skills to harness the power of geospatial information and data science in understanding and shaping our world. Geospatial information goes beyond simply identifying where features are located—on, above, or below the Earth’s surface—it reveals how places interact, connect, and influence one another, forming the backbone of informed decision-making and sustainable development. Today, geospatial technologies are deeply integrated across industries and government sectors, contributing significantly to economic growth and strengthening the broader digital ecosystem. As the geospatial landscape evolves, there is a growing need to bridge geospatial, digital, and user communities through collaborative and interdisciplinary approaches, since no single organization can deliver comprehensive solutions alone. This program blends geoinformatics with data science, leveraging data analytics and predictive analytics to uncover spatial patterns, detect anomalies, optimize resource allocation, and forecast future trends. Students gain expertise in real-world applications such as urban planning and smart city development, environmental monitoring and conservation, disaster preparedness and response, and precision agriculture. By integrating modern technologies—including IoT, sensors, artificial intelligence, machine learning, and big data—the program enables real-time spatial analysis and actionable insights. Designed for those passionate about data, technology, and spatial intelligence, the M.Sc. in Data Science and Geoinformatics prepares graduates to drive innovation and make meaningful contributions to society across diverse domains. Digital University Kerala has signed MoU on academic/research/consultancy collaboration with Prestigious organizations/departments such as Survey of India, Kerala Forest Department, Kerala Animal Husbandry Department, Department of Ports and Fisheries, Land Use Department, and Rubber Board of India
Number of Seats : 20
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
Candidates must possess either a 3-year or a 4-year Bachelor’s degree in science/engineering/
ENTRANCE EXAMINATIONS
- DUAT Test Paper Codes : DUAT06
- CUET Codes: SCQP09, SCQP14, SCQP15, SCQP11, SCQP26, SCQP27, SCQP24, SCQP19, SCQP01, SCQP02, SCQP16, SCQP29, MTQP04, COQP02, SCQP04, MTQP02, MTQP11
MINIMUM ENTRY REQUIREMENT
Entry-level requirement is a minimum score of 60 percentage marks OR CPI/CGPA of 6.5 or above in 10 points in the qualifying degree. Rounding off of marks is not allowed.
Candidates belonging to SC/ST and Persons with Disability categories are eligible for applying if they have minimum pass marks in the qualifying examination.
Socially and Economically Backward Classes (SEBC) candidates of Kerala State who are certified as belonging to non-creamy layer are eligible for 5% relaxation in the minimum required marks for qualifying examination, provided that the candidates have passed the examination.
Candidates who have appeared or are appearing for the final year/ semester examination may also apply for the PG Programs provided that they satisfy the following two conditions.
- Condition 1 ‐ That they have appeared/ are appearing for the final year/ semester exam in full and for the first time.
- Condition 2 ‐ That they have passed all examinations prior to the final year/ semester.
Selected candidates are expected to submit all the original documents of mark lists, degree/ provisional degree certificates, migration certificate, etc. within a date specified by the University. If a candidate fails to submit the original certificates as proof of their eligibility by this date, the candidate may be asked to discontinue the program.
| Particulars | First Semester | Second Semester | Third Semester | Fourth Semester |
| Tuition Fee (in Rs) | 55,000 | 50,000 | 50,000 | 50,000 |
| Caution deposit (in Rs) | 5,000 | |||
| TOTAL (in Rs) | 60,000 | 50,000 | 50,000 | 50,000 |
Fee Payment Schedule
| Semester | Tuition Fee | Caution Deposit | Last date of remittance without fine (on or before) |
| First Semester | 55,000 | 5,000 | Rs.10,000/- at the time of Admission and the balance fee within 30 days after the commencement of the 1st Semester Classes |
| Second Semester | 50,000 | Within 15 days after the commencement of the 2nd Semester class | |
| Third Semester | 50,000 | Within 15 days after the commencement of the 3rd Semester class | |
| Fourth Semester | 50,000 | Within 15 days after the commencement of the 4th Semester class | |
| TOTAL | 2,05,000 | 5,000 |
MERIT-CUM-MEANS SCHOLARSHIPS: Merit Cum Means (MCM) Scholarship (except that of Flexible and Executive Masters Programs) 20% of the BPL category students eligible for MCM Scholarship from the University. The value of the scholarship shall be equivalent to 50% of their Tuition Fee for all semesters. The eligibility shall be based on the annual income of the parent and the merits of the students.
EARN WHILE YOU LEARN: Opportunities for paid internships in real-life projects undertaken by the University will be available to a few top performing students from the 3rd semester onwards.
