MSc Artificial Intelligence at University of Bristol

Programme overview

The MSc in Artificial Intelligence at the University of Bristol is a rigorous, research- and industry-informed programme designed for graduates from numerate disciplines. This programme provides a deep technical foundation in modern AI, covering both the foundations and advanced techniques and algorithms while fostering critical awareness of AI's ethical, societal, and environmental impacts. This MSc has been designed with direct input from both industry partners and internationally leading AI researchers to provide: a dual focus on theory and application, combining mathematical rigour with hands-on implementation using real-world datasets and high-performance computing ethics & society...

What you will study

You will take either a unit in Software Development: Programming and Algorithms, or, if you already have software development skills, a unit in Statistical Computing and Empirical Methods. The remainder of the MSc consists of the following units: Large-Scale Data Engineering Foundations of Artificial Intelligence Advanced Deep Learning Theory and Applications of Large Language Models AI Societies, Ethics and Futures. To complete your studies, you will be able to choose between an individual research-orientated dissertation chosen from a selection proposed by project supervisors, or an industry-focused team project selected from a set of topics proposed by industry partners working with the School of Engineering Mathematics and Technology.

Career pathways

Graduates of this MSc programme will be equipped for roles such as: AI Engineer/Researcher (tech firms, startups) AI Policy/Governance Specialist (government, NGOs) Tech Leadership (CTO, AI product manager) PhD Research (in AI/ML or applied domains).

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Application information

Entry requirements

You will typically need a strong upper second-class honours degree (65% or higher) or an international equivalent in a numerate science, Computer Science or Engineering. Other acceptable subjects include: Accounting Aeronautical Engineering Architecture Artificial Intelligence Astrophysics Biology Biostatistics Chemical Engineering Chemistry Civil Engineering Computer Science Computing Data Science Econometrics Economics Electrical Engineering Electronic Engineering Engineering Finance Genetics Geology / Earth Sciences Manufacturing Mathematics Mechanical Engineering Medicine Mining Engineering Neuroscience Nuclear Engineering Operations Research Physics Psychology Software Engineering Statistics Systems Web and Mobile Development. English language: profile level C.

Domestic applicants: GBP 19,800 a year (2027/28). full-time per year; 2027 entry, subject to annual review. Source

International applicants: GBP 36,700 a year (2027/28). full-time per year; 2027 entry, subject to annual review. Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: One year full-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.bristol.ac.uk/study/postgraduate/apply/start-application/

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