Explore our brand new course
Join us and be part of digital healthcare transformation.
Hear from Programme Director Shereen Fouad as she talks to us about studying MSc AI for Health at Aston University...
"The curriculum for this programme is co-designed with healthcare and AI professionals and prepares you for the future of intelligent healthcare, covering AI, machine learning, and data science.
You'll also access cutting-edge research at Aston's AI and health-focused institutes, like ACAIRA and E4H, through projects and dissertation work. Join us to shape the future of AI in healthcare".
What makes the MSc in AI and Health at Aston University unique compared to other similar courses?
As AI becomes crucial in healthcare, there's a growing demand for professionals skilled in AI and healthcare data. This MSc programme uniquely combines advanced AI and data science with healthcare applications.
With hands-on experience through partnerships with Aston Medical School, Sandwell & West Birmingham NHS Trust, and industry leaders, you'll gain real-world skills directly from experts.
What is the importance of studying AI and Health?
This MSc in AI and Health is especially timely, given rapid advancements in AI, increasing health data, and the need for innovative healthcare solutions. AI is transforming diagnostics, personalised treatment, and healthcare efficiency—vital as systems face growing demands. The COVID-19 pandemic underscored AI’s potential in areas like forecasting and vaccine development, showing its impact on public health challenges.
Can you share some real-world applications of AI in healthcare that students will explore
during the programme?
This MSc in AI and Health begins with a foundation in AI and Data Science, covering AI programming in Python, mathematical principles, and ethics in AI. Students then advance to applied machine learning, neural networks, and deep learning, gaining hands-on skills for real-world applications.
The Aston Global Advantage module allows students to tackle healthcare challenges within multidisciplinary teams, proposing data-driven AI solutions.
The course then shifts to specialised AI in healthcare, covering topics like medical imaging, predictive analytics, and personalised medicine. Students will explore AI’s role in diagnostics, disease prediction, and tailored treatments, equipping them with the skills to drive AI innovation in healthcare.
What support and resources are available for students to succeed in this programme?
You will learn through a mix of lectures, hands-on labs, and collaborative projects that tackle real-world health challenges. Problem-based learning lets you apply AI in healthcare scenarios, while guest lectures from industry experts keep you updated on the latest tech.
Support is always available through your personal tutor, programming support, and lab staff, plus resources at the Learning Development Centre. You’ll also have opportunities to network in student societies and the 'Industry Club,' engage with projects at Aston’s AI research centers, and participate in themed summer schools focused on AI for Health.
What career opportunities can graduates expect in the fields of AI and health, and how does
the course prepare them for these roles?
Graduating from Aston's AI for Health MSc opens doors to a rewarding career in the rapidly growing field of AI and healthcare. With skills in AI-driven health solutions, you’ll be in demand for roles like healthcare AI specialist, data scientist in health-tech, research positions, technology consultant, or even shaping AI policy in the public sector.