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Artificial Intelligence and Public Policy MRes at University of Leicester

University of Leicester, United Kingdom

Programme overview

The MRes in AI and Public Policy offers a flexible, rigorous specialist education on the societal impacts of AI and the application of evidence-based research to real-world policy challenges.

Faculty: College of Science and Engineering  |  Department: School of Criminology, Sociology and Social Policy  |  Duration: 1 year full-time; 2 years part-time  |  Study mode: online  |  Intake: September 2026  |  Location: Leicester, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Students explore AI governance, regulation, strategy, management and ethics, and the impact of AI on politics, employment, health, the environment, security and policing, and social justice.

Career pathways

The rapid expansion of artificial intelligence is creating strong demand for professionals who can design, analyse and evaluate effective, evidence-based public policy.

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Entry requirements

First or second-class honours degree from a UK university or equivalent; or a postgraduate degree or diploma from a recognised institution; or a Higher Education diploma with at least three years of relevant work experience in a supervisory, managerial or professional role. English language: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,800 for the whole programme (2026/27). Fee as listed for the MRes course. Source

International applicants: GBP 9,800 for the whole programme (2026/27). Fee as listed for the MRes course. Source

Intake: September 2026

Duration: 1 year full-time; 2 years part-time

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