Master in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning MSc

For MSc Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning, tuition is £34,740 (full-time).

If you have earned a 2:1 honours degree in a numerate discipline such as computer science, mathematics, physics, engineering or economics and have a solid grounding in calculus, linear algebra, statistics and probability, this MSc builds on that foundation and prepares you for technical roles in artificial intelligence and machine learning.

Artificial intelligence and machine learning examine how computers can perceive, learn from data and make decisions. The programme deepens your understanding of the mathematical tools that underpin modern AI systems, teaches core algorithms and current research topics, and culminates in a substantial research project that applies theory to real-world problems.

• 180-credit programme comprising core modules, optional modules and a 60-credit research project
• Core modules include Mathematical Foundations of AI and ML, Machine Learning, Current Topics in AI and ML
• Partnership with The Alan Turing Institute provides access to leading research networks
• Advanced computing facilities support practical experimentation and project work

The University of Birmingham, chartered in 1900, is a large, research-intensive redbrick university located in Edgbaston. It offers a broad spectrum of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes and has a reputation for multidisciplinary research, substantial campus investment and strong academic staffing. With more than 34,000 students, including a sizeable international community, Birmingham combines historic strengths with modern facilities and a global outlook.

Research and teaching span the arts, sciences, engineering, medicine and social sciences, supported by major investments in campus infrastructure and academic appointments. The university promotes interdisciplinary collaboration through flagship fellowships and research initiatives, and many courses provide opportunities for placements, industry engagement and overseas study on its international campuses. Student support services include extensive academic development, career services and wellbeing provision tailored to an international cohort.

Life at Birmingham blends a vibrant campus with access to the city's cultural and professional resources, enabling students to pursue extracurricular activities, volunteering and professional networking. The institution’s global partnerships and growing research profile open doors for international collaborations and career pathways. Prospective international applicants should carefully check entry requirements, funding and application deadlines and contact the university’s international office for guidance on visas, scholarships and arrival planning.