MSc Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
Course overview
The University of Portsmouth's MSc Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning programme equips you with the skills needed to create intelligent systems that address real-world issues. You'll get a thorough grasp of how machines process information, decide what to do, and continue becoming better. Whether it’s designing chatbots, analysing images, or predicting outcomes, you’ll gain the practical experience needed to work on a wide range of AI and machine learning projects.
By the end of the course, you’ll be able to develop your software solutions that use artificial intelligence to automate tasks, extract insights from large datasets, or simulate human thinking. You’ll also learn how to explain the results of AI systems, which is an important skill in business, healthcare, security, and other sectors where AI is being used today. This course is suitable for students from computing, engineering, or science backgrounds who want to specialise in AI and machine learning.
You’ll learn through lectures, seminars, lab work, group work, and independent study, while most of the course is assessed through coursework, research projects, written reports, presentations, and practical tests. In each module, you’ll combine theory with practice to make sure you understand how AI systems work and how to apply them in real situations.
Entry requirements
Grade Requirements:
- A second-class honours degree in a relevant subject such as computer science, mathematics, software engineering, or a closely related area, or equivalent professional experience and/or qualifications.
- The university also offers Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL), which acknowledges equivalent professional experience and/or qualifications such as previous study, employment, voluntary work, and training courses.
English Proficiency:
If English is not your first language, you’ll need to provide proof of proficiency. An IELTS score of 6.0 overall, with at least 5.5 in each skill component, is required.
Scholarships
Chevening Scholarship
GREAT Scholarships
The scholarship programme offers financial support of a minimum of £10,000 to students pursuing one-year postgraduate study in the UK.
Up to £10,000
Career opportunities
Graduates of the MSc Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning from the University of Portsmouth are well prepared for high-demand roles in technology. Some job titles you could go into are
- AI Engineer
- Machine Learning Developer
- Data Scientist
- Robotics Programmer
- Software Engineer
- Automation Specialist.
Cost of study
The yearly tuition cost for international students enrolled in the University of Portsmouth's MSc Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning programme in 2025/2026 is £19,200.
Admission
To apply to the University of Portsmouth MSc Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning course, prospective students must submit an online application through the university's online application portal. If you need any help, our trained counsellors are available to guide you.
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