Study Data Science & AI in China
13 Data Science & AI courses at 13 institutions in China, with estimated tuition, entry benchmarks and work rights side by side. Every figure below comes from the same dataset our matching engine scores against.
Data Science & AI in China at a glance
Institutions
13
Courses listed
13
Tuition from
≈ $3,400
Total per year
≈ $10,900
Universities offering Data Science & AI in China
Ranked by estimated world position. Tuition is the international rate per year; the entry grade is the percentage typically competitive for admission.
| Institution | Rank | Tuition / yr | Min % | IELTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Peking University Beijing | #14 | ≈ $4,700 | 87% | 7 |
| Fudan University Shanghai | #39 | ≈ $7,100 | 90% | 7 |
| University of Science and Technology of China Hefei | #105 | ≈ $3,800 | 75% | 6.5 |
| Nanjing University Nanjing | #145 | ≈ $5,000 | 78% | 6.5 |
| Tongji University Shanghai | #216 | ≈ $4,400 | 72% | 6.5 |
| Harbin Institute of Technology Harbin | #252 | ≈ $4,400 | 67% | 6 |
| Huazhong University of Science and Technology Wuhan | #275 | ≈ $4,700 | 67% | 6 |
| Southern University of Science and Technology Shenzhen | #284 | ≈ $3,700 | 71% | 6 |
| Sichuan University Chengdu | #416 | ≈ $4,300 | 72% | 6 |
| Shandong University Jinan | #430 | ≈ $3,500 | 69% | 6.5 |
| Southeast University Nanjing | #465 | ≈ $4,400 | 67% | 6 |
| Jilin University Changchun | #475 | ≈ $3,400 | 67% | 6.5 |
| Dalian University of Technology Dalian | #480 | ≈ $3,500 | 69% | 6 |
What does a Data Science & AI degree in China cost?
Budget for tuition plus living costs, not tuition alone. Across the 13 Data Science & AI courses we list in China, tuition runs from $3,400 to $7,100 a year, and a student needs roughly $6,500 a year to live on. That puts a realistic total at about $10,900 a year before travel, visa fees and insurance.
- Tuition range
- $3,400 – $7,100
- Living cost
- ≈ $6,500/yr
Entry requirements for Data Science & AI in China
Across these courses the typical competitive grade is around 73%, and the usual English requirement is IELTS 6.3. Individual universities set their own thresholds — the table above shows each one.
- Typical entry grade
- 73%
- English requirement
- IELTS 6.3
Study levels available
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to study Data Science & AI in China?
Tuition for the Data Science & AI courses we list in China runs from $3,400 to $7,100 a year for international students, and living costs add roughly $6,500 a year. Budget around $10,900 a year in total, plus one-off costs for visas, flights and insurance.
What are the entry requirements for Data Science & AI in China?
Most Data Science & AI courses in China look for around 73% in your previous qualification and IELTS 6.3 or equivalent. Competitive universities ask for more; the table on this page lists the benchmark for each institution.
Are there scholarships for Data Science & AI in China?
8 of the 13 Data Science & AI courses we list in China record scholarship or funding options for international students. Amounts vary widely, so check each institution's own funding page for the current round.
Can I work after studying Data Science & AI in China?
Graduates in China can typically stay and work for 0.5 year(s) after finishing, and students may work up to 8 hours a week during term. Permanent-residency prospects are rated limited for this destination.
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