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  • Postgraduate taught
  • MSc

Artificial Intelligence

Receive intensive training in programming and the fundamentals of artificial intelligence.

Course key facts

  • Qualification

    • MSc

  • Duration

    1 year

  • Start date

    October 2027

  • Study mode

    Full-time

  • Delivered by

  • Location

    • South Kensington

Minimum entry standard

  • A First-Class degree in Mathematics, Physics, Engineering, Economics, or other subject with substantial Mathematics content.

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Course overview

Aimed at mathematically-minded STEM graduates, this Master's degree delivers intensive training in programming and the fundamentals of artificial intelligence (AI).

As well as learning the technical skills required for this growing area of computing science, you'll have the chance to explore realistic applications through group and individual projects.

This course offers you the chance to forge links with major technology companies and work within industry-initiated projects.

Students with a substantial background in computing should consider our MSc Computing (Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning) degree.

Structure

This page reflects the latest version of the curriculum for this year of entry. However, this information is subject to change.

Find out more about potential course changes.

You’ll take all of these core modules.

Core modules

In addition to your core modules, you will choose seven optional modules in total: six or all seven must be from Group 1, and either zero or one from Group 2.

This list is indicative of the choices you can expect. Your options may differ from those listed.

Group 1

Group 2

Demonstrate independence and originality on an individual project.  

You'll put into practice some of the techniques that have been taught throughout the course and have the opportunity to develop a significant AI application. 

It is possible to conduct the individual project as an internship with a company

Teaching and assessment

Balance of teaching and learning

This is a general guide to how teaching and learning are usually balanced across this course. The methods used may change based on the modules you take.

Key

  • Taught
  • Independent study

  • 12% Title 1 goes here
  • 88% Title 2 goes here

Teaching and learning methods

  • A group of people interacting
    Group project
  • Individual project
  • Seminars
  • Four students sitting in a tutorial
    Tutorials
  • Computing labs
  • Blackboard virtual learning environment
    Virtual learning environment

Balance of assessment

This is an example of how assessments are usually divided, based on a typical pathway through the course. The actual breakdown may be different depending on the modules you choose.

Key

  • Assessed coursework
  • Examinations (practical and written)
  • Group and individual project / internship

  • 20% Title 1 goes here
  • 30% Title 2 goes here
  • 50% Title 3 goes here

Entry requirements

How to apply

Applications open on Wednesday 30 September 2026

Fees and funding

Home fee

2027 entry

Not set
As a guide, the fee for 2026-27 was £24,600.

Overseas fee

2027 entry

Not set
As a guide, the fee for 2026-27 was £46,000.

How will studying at 51³Ô¹ÏÍø help my career?

Graduates of our Department go on to succeed in a wide range of sectors, from software engineering and data systems to AI policy think tanks and research labs. Some have taken the entrepreneurial route and launched successful start-ups.

Who do our graduates work for?

Our graduates have worked for companies including Amazon, Datatonic, Emotech Ltd., Bank of America, Orange, Valeo, IDRIS, McKinsey & Co., Nokia, Quantcube Technology, Visa, HSBC, Googl, Ocado.

What jobs do our graduates do?

Systems Engineer, Software Developer, Applied Research Scientist, Machine Learning Engineer, Analyst, Software Engineer, Technology Analyst, Data Scientist, Quantitative Researcher, Data and AI Expert, Full Stack Software Engineer, AI Developer, Back-End Engineer, Algorithm Engineer, Product Manager.

What about further study?

PhD at leading institutions worldwide.

What careers support does 51³Ô¹ÏÍø offer?

Our Careers Service collaborates with the Department of Computing to deliver a variety of career planning and application talks at the start of the academic year. 

Terms and conditions

There are some important pieces of information you should be aware of when applying to 51³Ô¹ÏÍø. These include key information about your tuition fees, funding, visas, accommodation and more.

Read our terms and conditions

You can find further information about your course, including degree classifications, regulations, progression and awards in the programme specification for your course.

Programme specifications