Artificial Intelligence MSc 12 months Postgraduate Programme By Aston University |TopUniversities
Programme Duration

12 monthsProgramme duration

Tuitionfee

24,800 GBPTuition Fee/year

Main Subject Area

Data Science and Artificial IntelligenceMain Subject Area

Programme overview

Main Subject

Data Science and Artificial Intelligence

Degree

MSc

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

Ready to shape the future with intelligent systems that learn, adapt and transform industries worldwide?

Course outline

Artificial intelligence is now powering everything from healthcare and finance to transport and creative technologies. This MSc is designed for computer science graduates who want to deepen their expertise and lead in this rapidly developing field.

You will study machine learning, deep learning, natural language processing, robotics, computational intelligence and ethical AI. Taught by leading researchers and industry specialists, you will gain hands-on experience building intelligent systems and solving real-world challenges.

Aston has specialised in machine learning and AI since 1990, with strong research links and a history of industry collaboration. You can also choose to extend your studies through the Professional Practice route, gaining workplace experience that should boost your employability and confidence.

Key benefits

  • Over 30 years of AI excellence and research expertise
  • Practical projects and industry-aligned learning, including links with BrumAI
  • Option to extend to 22 months and complete a professional placement
  • Ethical, responsible AI focus preparing you for future-ready leadership
Where can this degree take me?
Graduates should be prepared for roles including:

  • AI engineer
  • Machine learning engineer
  • Data scientist or data engineer
  • Software developer/AI systems specialist
  • Robotics or automation specialist
  • NLP engineer
  • Researcher or PhD candidate

AI skills are in high demand across global industries, so you will graduate ready to shape innovation and advance your career in a fast-growing sector.


Programme overview

Main Subject

Data Science and Artificial Intelligence

Degree

MSc

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

Ready to shape the future with intelligent systems that learn, adapt and transform industries worldwide?

Course outline

Artificial intelligence is now powering everything from healthcare and finance to transport and creative technologies. This MSc is designed for computer science graduates who want to deepen their expertise and lead in this rapidly developing field.

You will study machine learning, deep learning, natural language processing, robotics, computational intelligence and ethical AI. Taught by leading researchers and industry specialists, you will gain hands-on experience building intelligent systems and solving real-world challenges.

Aston has specialised in machine learning and AI since 1990, with strong research links and a history of industry collaboration. You can also choose to extend your studies through the Professional Practice route, gaining workplace experience that should boost your employability and confidence.

Key benefits

  • Over 30 years of AI excellence and research expertise
  • Practical projects and industry-aligned learning, including links with BrumAI
  • Option to extend to 22 months and complete a professional placement
  • Ethical, responsible AI focus preparing you for future-ready leadership
Where can this degree take me?
Graduates should be prepared for roles including:

  • AI engineer
  • Machine learning engineer
  • Data scientist or data engineer
  • Software developer/AI systems specialist
  • Robotics or automation specialist
  • NLP engineer
  • Researcher or PhD candidate

AI skills are in high demand across global industries, so you will graduate ready to shape innovation and advance your career in a fast-growing sector.


Admission Requirements

2:2 (lower second-class honours) degree or equivalent in computer science or a related subject

2:2 (lower second-class honours) degree or equivalent in a non-computing related subject with evidence of mathematics and programming foundations knowledge (i.e., transcript showing mathematics or programming grades at UK 60% or higher)

Equivalent overseas degree recognised by Aston University. 

For full entry requirements, please visit our course page. 

1 Year
Sep-2026

Domestic
12,500 GBP
International
24,800 GBP

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