MSc Artificial Intelligence at University of Stirling

Programme overview

MSc Artificial Intelligence is an on-campus Masters for students from diverse backgrounds (without a computing background) who want to move into AI-focused careers, designed with employers.

Duration: September full-time 12 months; September part-time 24 months; January full-time 21 months | Intake: January 2027, September 2027, January 2028 | Study mode: full-time / part-time | Location: Stirling, Scotland, United Kingdom

What you will study

Machine learning and deep learning, mathematics and statistics for data science, Python programming, computer vision and natural language processing, with a dissertation building an AI solution; internship opportunities with technology providers.

Career pathways

Roles include AI engineer, machine learning engineer, data scientist, robotics engineer, NLP engineer, AI developer and AI researcher across banking, health, engineering and media.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A minimum of a second class honours degree or equivalent; applicants without these but with significant relevant work experience are encouraged to apply. Intended for students without a computing background (computing graduates are directed to Advanced Computing with AI). English language for international applicants: IELTS Academic or UKVI 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in each sub-skill; PTE Academic 60 overall with a minimum of 59 in each sub-skill; TOEFL iBT (exams before 21 January 2026) 80 overall with 18 reading, 17 writing, 17 listening, 20 speaking.

Domestic applicants: GBP 5,750 a year (2026/27). Students from the UK and Republic of Ireland; part time rate Source

International applicants: GBP 12,150 a year (2026/27). International (including EU) students; part time rate Source

Intake: January 2027, September 2027, January 2028

Duration: September full-time 12 months; September part-time 24 months; January full-time 21 months

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