The newly launched,​​​ Master of Science in Health Data Science (MSHDS) programme aims to meet the rapidly growing need for health data scientists in Pakistan and other Low- and Middle-Income Countries. 

By combining expertise in Public Health, Epidemiology, Biostatistics, Computer Science, Mathematics, Machine Learning, and Artificial Intelligence, the programme equips graduates with the skills to analyse​ complex health data and provide evidence-based solutions. ​The programme is recognis​​ed by the Higher Education C​ommission (HEC) of Pakistan.

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Admissions are open for 2026-2027​​​ cycle. The last date for submission of applications is March 16​​, 2026​. ​​

You are required to apply online. For assistance in completing the online application, please refer to the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) or ​Understanding the Online Process guide.​​​​

Eligibility Criteria​​

Candidates who have at least one year of full-time work experience after graduation in a health-related field at the time of application (voluntary work, part-time or unpaid internship is not included) and hold at least one of the following degrees are eligible to apply:

Sixteen years relevant qualification such as Bachelors in Computer Science and allied disciplines / Data Science / Mathematics / Statistics, BS / BE (Biomedical Engineering), BSc, BS Economics, BSPH, DPT, MBBS, BDS, BScN (Bachelor of Science in Nursing), DVM, D Pharm, B Pharm, BS Human Nutrition and Dietetics (or equivalent in any allied health related discipline).

​For further information you can reach us using contact details provided below.​​​​​​

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​Office of the Registrar

Medical College​
​The Aga Khan University
Stadium Road, Karachi 74800​ Pakistan​

Email: postgrad.query@aku.edu

Tel: +92 21 3486 4410 / 4412​​