London South Bank University

Applied Artificial Intelligence MSc

London South Bank UniversitySouthwark Campus, United Kingdom

Course overview

Your gateway to the world’s most in-demand tech skills Artificial Intelligence is becoming increasingly common in the modern world and there is a constant and sustained need for professionals who have the expertise and training needed to understand AI technologies and to use them responsibly. Additionally, from a societal perspective, it is crucial that citizens of the future have a basic understanding of AI concepts so that they can engage both effectively and critically with AI systems which are becoming a constant presence in our daily lives. To meet the growing need for AI, experts and AI-educated professionals this MSc in Applied Artificial Intelligence aims to convert graduates into AI specialists who are able to meet the demands of industry and society in AI, with particular emphasis on crucial areas such as smart manufacturing and industry 4.0, natural language processing and computer vision.

The course is uniquely designed for both graduates or practitioners from a computing and non-computing background, wishing to pursue a career in the development of machine learning and artificial intelligence solutions to practical problems and addresses the latest developments in machine learning and artificial intelligence through a rich series of seminars from experts in the field. Gain hands-on experience with core and advanced AI tools and techniques, including Python, deep learning, computer vision, and natural language processing, through practical modules and industry-standard software like OpenCV. You'll access high-performance labs, cloud-based software, and research-grade infrastructure to build real-world skills and drive innovation across tech sectors.

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Key highlights

  • Conversion route open to computing and non-computing graduates
  • Emphasis on smart manufacturing, Industry 4.0, NLP and computer vision
  • Hands-on Python, deep learning and industry-standard software like OpenCV
  • Seminar series from AI experts on latest machine learning developments
  • Access to high-performance labs, cloud software and research-grade infrastructure

Entry requirements

  • Degree: 2:2 — to include any subject
  • GCSE: 4 — to include Mathematics, English

Scholarships

  • Chevening Scholarships

  • LSBU Loyalty Award

    20% discount on the tuition fee.

    Up to 20% of fees

Careers this course leads to

  • Machine learning engineer
  • AI engineer
  • Data scientist
  • Computer vision engineer
  • Natural language processing engineer
  • AI solutions developer

Cost of study

UK/Home: £12,780 per year | International: £18,900 per year

Admission

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