MSc Artificial Intelligence with Placement at University of Kent

Programme overview

A two-year MSc in Artificial Intelligence that adds an industry placement year to the taught MSc, covering machine learning, robotics and natural language processing. It is professionally recognised by the BCS.

Duration: 2 years full-time | Intake: September | Study mode: full-time (Canterbury) | Location: Canterbury, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Stage 1 follows the MSc Artificial Intelligence curriculum: Programming for AI with Python, Machine Learning, Natural Language Processing, Cognitive Robotics, Deep Learning and a Project and Dissertation, plus options such as Computational Creativity and Creative AI and Software Engineering. Stage 2 comprises Industry Placement Experience and an Industry Placement Report.

Career pathways

Roles include machine learning engineer or developer, AI engineer or developer, data analytics specialist, software developer and robotics software engineer.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A first or second class honours degree (2.2 or above) or equivalent in computing or a related subject. Students needing a student visa cannot study part-time unless on a distance or blended programme with no on-campus provision. International applicants: Good English (B2 CEFR), for example IELTS 6.0 with at least 5.5 in each component or PTE Academic 63 with at least 59 in each sub-test; a UK degree or a degree from a majority English-speaking country may also satisfy the requirement.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,300 a year (2027/28). Full-time annual tuition fee from the 2027/28 fee table Source

International applicants: GBP 23,950 a year (2027/28). Full-time annual tuition fee from the 2027/28 fee table Source

Intake: September

Duration: 2 years full-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.kent.ac.uk/courses/postgraduate/apply

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