
Artificial Intelligence PgCert
Queen's University BelfastBelfast, United Kingdom
Course overview
In the last decade the advances in Artificial Intelligence have made it at the forefront of technology, with many advances improving our daily lives. Such is its importance that AI has become a national priority in many countries, including the UK, US, China, and India. As a result, there is a huge demand for specialist graduates with advanced AI knowledge and skills.
The PG Cert in Artificial Intelligence (AI) is aimed as a starting point to prepare students to embark on an industrial career or further research studies, with knowledge and skills in AI mathematics, knowledge representation and reasoning, machine learning, computer vision, natural language processing, and data analytics. They will also gain experience in applying AI knowledge and skills to develop AI systems and applications. The PG Cert will introduce core taught material, enabling students to gain a good understanding of the range of topics, and acquired skills associated with the creation, evaluation and deployment of AI systems and applications.
Work towards a Master’s at your own pace with our Flexible part-time pathway. This Postgraduate Certificate (PGCert) program is designed for those seeking a flexible, part-time route to achieving a full Master’s (MSc) degree. Starting with the PGCert, you will complete 60 CAT points.
Upon successful completion, you will have the opportunity to progress to the Postgraduate Diploma (PGDip), and finally, complete the MSc by undertaking the remaining project module and dissertation. This flexible structure allows you to balance your studies with your professional and personal commitments while still working toward a full MSc qualification. ABOUT YOU - An analytical, curious, technical, and ambitious individual.
You are ready to expand the horizons of what is possible. You will appreciate the growing demand for AI in the world and would seek to use these skills to further your career in this exciting and expanding area. Ideally, you will be a Computing graduate with strong programming skills and a solid background in mathematics.
Key highlights
- Covers machine learning, computer vision and natural language processing
- Includes AI mathematics, knowledge representation, reasoning and data analytics
- Hands-on experience developing AI systems and applications
- Flexible pathway to progress to PGDip and full MSc
- Prepares students for industrial careers or further research studies
Entry requirements
- Degree: 2:1 — 2.1
Scholarships
International Postgraduate Taught Scholarship
Year one award of between £2000 and £5000.
Up to £2,000The Burdett Trust MSc Nursing Scholarships
For Home Students: Tuition fees £7,665 Stipend £10,250. For International Students: Tuition fees £24,295 Stipend £17,000
Vice Chancellor’s International Attainment Scholarship - Postgraduate Taught
Value: 50% of tuition fees paid for up to a maximum of two years.
Up to 50% of fees
Careers this course leads to
- Machine Learning Engineer
- AI Engineer
- Data Scientist
- Computer Vision Engineer
- NLP Engineer
- AI Research Assistant
Cost of study
UK/Home: £2,567 (NI/ROI), £3,467 (GB) | International: £9,200
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 Queen's University Belfast, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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