Abertay University
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MSc Computer Science with Artificial Intelligence
Specialise in a fast-growth
area of computer science
Apply By
09 June 2025
To Start
23 June 2025
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BCS Accredited
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Programme length: 12 months
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Fees: £6,600
Why Abertay?
University of the Year for Teaching Quality *
One of the UK's leading tech universities
Academic Centre of Excellence in Cybersecurity Education **
Top 10 in the UK for Student Satisfaction with Teaching **
95% of graduates in full-time work or study within six months of graduating
100% online, with six
starts per year
Pay per module
Ranked 31st in UK for Computer Science ****
* Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide, 2021 | ** Recognised by the UK Government's National Cybersecurity Centre | *** Student Satisfaction with Teaching, Course and Feedback, Guardian University Guide, 2020 | **** Guardian University Rankings, 2024
Learn up-to-date skills in the exciting field of AI
An increasing number of organisations are realising the impact artificial intelligence (AI) can have on their future success, and so businesses across a variety of industries are seeking specialists in this exciting area.
Built upon our staff expertise and our strong links to industry, this MSc Computer Science with Artificial Intelligence will equip you with up-to-date knowledge and will enable you to develop the sought-after skills that employers are looking for.
What you'll learn
This master's degree will give you a firm foundation in the field of computer science alongside specialist knowledge of AI. You will build a broad range of skills that will be applicable to technical roles across many sectors.
You will develop core knowledge on networking, databases, and web development, whilst also developing the ability to utilise AI to improve processes, and recognise how businesses and systems can be improved through the application of AI techniques.
On successful completion of this MSc Computer Science with Artificial Intelligence, you will be able to:
Demonstrate a critical understanding of the principal theories and concepts of computer science, including the principles of software development, databases, networking, and human factors
Develop a critical awareness of current issues in computer science and specialisms such as emergent technologies and artificial intelligence
Apply a range of specialised skills and practices in computer science as informed by developments in areas of coding, networking human factors and emergent technologies
Plan and execute a significant project of research, investigation, or development within a computer science specialism with due consideration of ethical approval and legal requirements
Deal with complex ethical and professional issues and make informed judgements on issues commensurate with current professional and ethical codes or practices
What you’ll study:
- Artificial intelligence
- Human factors
- Fundamentals of computing
- Data structures and algorithms
- Web development
- Databases
- Networking
- Emergent technologies
Designed with your future in mind
This online MSc Computer Science with Artificial Intelligence is suited to working mid-level professionals either aiming to change careers into this field or progress their current technical role into a more senior position.
Taught part-time, this degree fits around your current commitments which enables you to continue to work and build your career as you apply your learnings to your current position to boost progression opportunities.
Entry requirements for home and international students
To study this MSc Computer Science, you must have:
- A degree, or equivalent professional experience
English language requirements:
- IELTS 6.0 and equivalents
Start dates
We have six start dates a year, so you can begin your studies within weeks.
Next start date:
04 March 2024
Application deadline:
19 February 2024