Welcome to the Master of Technology in Data Science and Artificial Intelligence (MTech DSAI) program at IITM Zanzibar Campus. Our program is designed to provide students with advanced knowledge and specialised skills in the fields of data science and artificial intelligence, preparing them for leadership roles in industry and research.

As a student in our program, you will engage in rigorous coursework, research project and practical training that will enhance your expertise in areas such as machine learning, deep learning, big data analytics, and more. Our faculty members, renowned experts in the field, will guide you through cutting-edge techniques and methodologies to solve complex data-driven challenges.

Graduates of our MTech DSAI program are highly sought after in the rapidly expanding field of data science and artificial intelligence. With the increasing demand for skilled professionals who can harness the power of data, you will have diverse career opportunities in industries such as finance, healthcare, e-commerce, technology, consulting, and more. Some potential job roles include:

• Data Scientist
• Machine Learning Engineer
• AI Researcher
• Big Data Analyst
• Data Engineer
• Business Intelligence Analyst

• 4-year Bachelor's degree with specialization in Engineering / Technology;
• Master's degree in Science (if the candidate has a 3-year UG degree)
• Any other academic trajectory/career approved by the Steering Committee of IITM Zanzibar.
• For the MTech DS & AI program, there is no age limit. Anyone who meets the minimum eligibility criteria in terms of educational qualification can apply.

• Per Semester: USD 3000
• Per Annum: USD 6000

Students may choose on-campus or off-campus accommodation. Off-campus students needn’t pay the hostel accommodation & mess fee.

Candidates applying to MTech in Data Science & AI program will have to appear in the online screening test. The screening test will be in English and consists of objective type multiple choice questions (MCQs), multiple select questions (MSQs) and numerical answer type questions (NAT). Detailed instructions will be provided in the question paper provided during the exam. Candidates must follow the guidelines for the screening test sent via email.

The MTech in Ocean Structures program presents a rigorous and comprehensive curriculum designed to cultivate expertise Ocean structures covering Offshore Platforms for oil and Gas exploration, Renewable Energy such as offshore wind, wave and tidal energy, port and harbour infrastructures including jetties, berths, breakwater, dredging and reclamation aspects. Along with core courses like Wave hydrodynamics, Offshore Structures, Port and harbour structures and a selection of supplementary electives. There is a heavy emphasis on hands-on lab work cum tutorials in design of the above and industry driven projects. The course will enable the students to acquire research aptitude along with the necessary skills to succeed in the job market.

Graduates of our MTech Ocean Structures program are in high demand, contributing expertise to the dynamic field of coastal and offshore engineering, shaping sustainable solutions for maritime infrastructure and environmental resilience. The potential employers include both government and private employers in Tanzania and around the globe in the port, harbour and energy market. The potential employers are as follows:

• Songas Ltd
• Panafrican Energy Tanzania Limited
• Equinor Tanzania
• East Coast Energy Tanzania Limited
• Mogas Tanzania Limited
• BG Tanzania Limited
• Houston Power
• Oilcom Tanzania Limited
• Aker Solutions
• Technip
• Mcdermot International
• COWI

• 4-year bachelor’s degree in civil engineering with minimum of 60% marks
• For the MTech OS program, there is no age limit. Anyone who meets the minimum eligibility criteria in terms of educational qualification can apply.

• Semester 1, 2 & 4: IIT Madras Zanzibar Campus
• Semester 3: IIT Madras, Chennai Campus

The MTech Ocean Structures program offers a global academic experience with Semesters 1, 2, and 4 at IIT Madras Zanzibar and Semester 3 at IIT Madras, Chennai, the parent campus. This unique program structure provides access to advanced labs, electives, and research opportunities at IITM Chennai while benefiting from a vibrant international environment in Zanzibar. Students gain both regional expertise and global exposure, preparing them for impactful careers in ocean engineering.

Tuition Fee

• Per Semester: USD 3000
• Per Annum: USD 6000

Hostel

Students may choose on-campus or off-campus accommodation. Off-campus students needn’t pay the hostel accommodation & mess fee.

Candidates applying to MTech Ocean Structures program will have to appear in the online screening test. The screening test will be in English and consists of objective type multiple choice questions (MCQs), multiple select questions (MSQs) and numerical answer type questions (NAT). Detailed instructions will be provided in the question paper provided during the exam. Candidates must follow the guidelines for the screening test sent via email.