Computer Science (Artificial Intelligence) with Placement - MSc
University of KentCanterbury, United Kingdom
Course overview
As interest in Artificial Intelligence grows, companies are looking for skilled professionals who understand machine learning, data science, and can develop and deploy intelligent systems. This MSc is designed for those who are inspired by recent advances in this fascinating field and want to be a part of it. As this is a conversion course, you can apply even if your degree was in another area and be confident you’ll receive the learning you need to excel.
Study core fields such as Python programming, machine learning, natural language processing and deep learning - and solidify everything you’ve learned with hands-on projects. We’ve designed this course to help you confidently apply everything you learn - so you’ll spend time developing your teamwork and problem-solving skills in labs, workshops, and industry-led projects. You’ll graduate with the broad skillset required to become a well-paid researcher, or a technical professional at a leading company.
You’ll also have the specialised knowledge required to deliver the benefits of AI to many different industries, including healthcare, finance and more. This course is accredited by BCS (British Computer Society).
Key highlights
- Accredited by BCS, the Chartered Institute for IT
- Conversion course open to graduates from any subject
- Core modules in Python, machine learning, NLP and deep learning
- Industry-led projects alongside labs and workshops
- Builds teamwork and problem-solving through hands-on project work
- Prepares you to apply AI in healthcare, finance and more
Entry requirements
- Degree: 2:2 — or above
- Degree: 2nd class — to include any subject; or above
- GCSE: C or above — to include Mathematics
Scholarships
Chevening Scholarships
Christine and Ian Bolt Scholarship
Scholarship value up to £10,000.
Kent Business School Beaconhouse PG Progression Scholarship
Tuition fee discount scholarship of £6,000.
Up to £6,000Kent Business School Dean's Excellence Scholarship Award
Awards of up to £3,000
Kent Business School MBA Scholarship
50% off Tuition Fee.
Up to 50% of feesKent Graduate Scholarship
20% fee reduction for post-graduate taught programmes at the University of Kent.
Up to 20% of feesKent International Scholarship Postgraduate Taught
Scholarship value - £5000
Up to £5,000Kent International Scholarship Postgraduate Taught (KBS)
Scholarship value £3000
Up to £3,000Kent LLM Solicitors’ Practice Scholarship (Canterbury)
£2,000 tuition fee discount (Home Students); £2,000 tuition fee discount (Overseas Students).
Up to £2,000Sasha Roberts Scholarship
£3,000 stipend per annum split into two payments of £1,500 in October and January.
Up to £3,000The “Ambition” Scholarship for University of Kent Graduates
£1,500 for Full Time UK students; £750 per year for Part Time UK students; £3,000 for Full Time Overseas students.
The CAMEMS Scholarship
£3,000 stipend per annum split into two payments of £1,500 in October and January.
Up to £3,000The Widening Participation Ambition Scholarship for University of Kent Graduates
£5,000 for UK students (£2,500 per year for part time students).
Careers this course leads to
- Machine learning engineer
- AI researcher
- Data scientist
- Software developer
- Natural language processing engineer
- AI consultant
Cost of study
UK/Home: £10,000 per year | International: £23,500 per year
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of Kent, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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