MASc/PGDip AI and Society at University of Warwick

The MASc/PGDip in AI and Society is an interdisciplinary course combining a critical and analytical understanding of AI's impact on society with technical skills in developing and evaluating AI systems. It admits students from diverse academic backgrounds and emphasises real-world problems through case studies, projects and placement opportunities.

Department: Centre for Interdisciplinary Methodologies  |  Duration: MASc: 1 year full-time, 2 years part-time; PGDip: 9 months full-time, 21 months part-time  |  Intake: 28 September 2026  |  Study mode: full-time/part-time  |  Location: Coventry, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Core training covers the foundations of deep learning, social science and humanities research on the impacts of AI, interdisciplinary methods such as data mapping, and public policymaking on AI. Students choose optional modules worth 60 CATS and complete a 10,000-word dissertation or a 5,000-word practice-led project; a one-week AI-Design Camp and a 4-6 week optional placement module are offered. Assessment uses essays, reports, design projects, group work and presentations.

Career pathways

Graduates can work as AI policy researchers, AI governance researchers and advisors, AI developers, data scientists, AI journalists, user experience designers and diversity and inclusion advocates.

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