Machine Learning and Internet of Things, MSc at University of Lancashire

Programme overview

The MSc Machine Learning and Internet of Things combines engineering, computing and statistics across data science, machine learning, Internet of Things and robotics, using a project-based approach in the Engineering Innovation Centre.

Faculty: School of Engineering and Computing | Duration: 1 year full-time; part-time available | Intake: September 2026, September 2027 | Location: Preston, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Compulsory modules: Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, Internet of Things, Programming with Data, Big Data Analytics and Visualization, Research Methods and an MSc Project; optional modules include Visual Information Processing and Digital Signal and Image Processing B. An optional placement year is available.

Career pathways

Machine learning engineer or scientist, data translator, data privacy expert, AI ethics officer, data engineer, systems engineer, data analyst, data scientist; PhD progression.

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Application information

Entry requirements

At least a 2:2 degree that includes programming modules; applicants not meeting this may be considered individually subject to interview. IELTS 6.0 with no component below 5.5. Ghana: a lower GPA plus a Postgraduate Diploma (Ghanaian Pre-Masters), or a Higher National Diploma plus a Postgraduate Diploma, is accepted; WAEC/WASSCE English grade C6 (or SSCE grades A-D if studied 1993-2005) is accepted as evidence of English, or IELTS 6.0 with no component below 5.5.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,000 a year (2026/27). Full-time Source

International applicants: GBP 19,250 a year (2026/27). Full-time Source

Intake: September 2026, September 2027

Duration: 1 year full-time; part-time available

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