Heriot-Watt University

MSc Artificial Intelligence

Heriot-Watt UniversityDubai, United Kingdom

Course overview

The MSc Artificial Intelligence at Heriot-Watt University is designed to provide students with an in-depth understanding and practical skills to develop intelligent software and systems. With a focus on real-world applications, the 1-year programme covers key topics like machine learning, data mining, computer vision, natural language processing, and robotics to equip students with essential skills needed for successful careers in the field. 

This programme will allow students to learn and collaborate through project-based learning that is similar to the real-life working world.  They also receive an advanced overview of digital technologies, building and mathematics, and programming. This degree will teach students what they need to work as a computer programmer, software builder, website creator, or in other jobs related to computers and AI.

Key highlights

  • Advanced knowledge for designing and developing intelligent software applications
  • Practical skills in machine learning, big data and evolutionary computation

Entry requirements

  • Degree: 2nd class — or above

Scholarships

  • Alumni Discount Scheme

    A 20% discount is applicable to postgraduate taught courses across all of our global campuses.

    Up to 20% of fees

  • Coaching Scholarships Programme

    Varies – up to a 100% Tuition fee Reduction (dependent on experience and number of coaching hours across the year).

  • Heriot-Watt Actuarial Scholarship For Academic Excellence

    The Heriot-Watt Actuarial Scholarship For Academic Excellence awards the successful recipient(s) with a 20% reduction on their tuition fees.

    Up to 20% of fees

  • Remission of Fees (Families of Staff)

    Please contact the provider.

  • Staff Scholarships

    Please contact the provider

  • The Brodie Family Scholarship (PGT)

    The Brodie Family Scholarship provides financial support of £2,500 per year (or £2,000 per year for students enrolled in a five-year programme) to four undergraduate students.

  • The Island Scholarship Programme - Orkney Campus (UK) (International)

  • The New Dawn Energy Scholarship

    The New Dawn Energy Scholarship provides £1900 towards living costs to two students enrolling on our MSc in Petroleum Engineering in September 2026.

    Up to £1,900

Careers this course leads to

  • Machine Learning Engineer
  • AI Engineer
  • Data Scientist
  • Big Data Engineer
  • AI Software Developer

Career opportunities

Graduates of the MSc Artificial Intelligence from Heriot-Watt University can pursue various career roles, including:

  • AI Engineer
  • Robotics Engineer
  • Data Scientist
  • Machine learning engineer
  • AI Researcher
  • Manufacturing engineer

Cost of study

For international students enrolling in the MSc Artificial Intelligence from Heriot-Watt University, the annual tuition fee is £25,480.

Admission

To apply for the course at Heriot-Watt University, international students should apply through UCAS. For personalised help with your application, please speak to one of our trained counsellors.

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