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Artificial Intelligence and Adaptive Systems (with an industrial placement year) MSc at University of Sussex

University of Sussex, United Kingdom

Programme overview

Learn from experts at the forefront of AI, data science, consciousness and computational biology. Develop skills and experience on an industry placement. In the Age of Artificial Intelligence (AI), the study of intelligent and adaptive systems is essential. On this course, you’ll develop a strong understanding of the field through areas such as machine learning, natural language processing, robotics, consciousness and cognitive science.

Department: Department of Informatics  |  Duration: 2 years full time  |  Study mode: full-time; placement year  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Brighton, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1 core modules: Algorithmic Approaches to Mathematics, Adaptive Systems, Machine Learning, MSc Individual Project. Year 2 core modules: All year, Industrial Placement Year, Your optional placement, find an employer, draft an application, MSc project, The project demands individual responsibility and promotes skills development in:, project management and planning.

Career pathways

When you graduate, you’ll be prepared for a career in AI and adaptive systems development. Alternatively, you may decide to pursue further study.

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Entry requirements

Degree requirements: You should normally have an upper second-class (2.1) undergraduate honours degree or above. Subject-specific requirements: Your qualification should be in a scientific or technical subject or other discipline (including computing and cognitive subjects) demonstrating either numeracy or computer literacy. You may also be considered for the course if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing. English language: IELTS (Academic) Standard level (6.0 overall, including at least 5.5 in each component). Apply by 1 August 2027 (international), 1 September 2027 (UK).

Domestic applicants: GBP 15,840 a year. for full-time students, including placement Source

International applicants: GBP 33,720 a year. for full-time students, including placement Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 2 years full time

Apply through the official page: https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/masters/apply

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