MSc Applied Artificial Intelligence and Environmental Data Science at Durham University

Programme overview

Harness data to tackle the planet’s most pressing environmental challenges. The MSc in Applied  Artificial Intelligence and Environmental Data Science equips you with the analytical and computational skills needed to interpret complex environmental data preparing you for impactful careers in climate science, sustainability, environmental consultancy, and geospatial analysis. Learn to harness the power of environmental data to address global challenges.

What you will study

The course begins with a range of introductory modules before progressing to more advanced contemporary techniques such as neural networks, analysis of spatial and temporal datasets and deep learning. Optional modules allow you to focus on an area of interest. Compulsory modules include The Data Science Research Project, Critical Perspectives in Data Science and AI, Data Science Applications in Earth Sciences, Data Analysis in Space and Time, Programming for Data Science, Introduction to Statistics for Data Science.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Entry requirements: We require a 2:1 Bachelor (Honours) degree or international equivalent in any degree subject. Applicants with a strong data science or mathematical background may wish to consider our MSc Computer Science programmes (G6T109, G6T209, G6T309, G6T409, G6T509, G6T609, G6T709).

Domestic applicants: GBP 15,500 a year (2027/28). Home/Island full-time tuition fee per year for September 2027 entry Source

International applicants: GBP 35,000 a year (2027/28). International/EU full-time tuition fee per year for September 2027 entry Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 1 year full-time

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