Artificial Intelligence

* May 2025 start date subject to UKVI approval.

Course overview

Prosper with your studies at Aston University London, on an innovative course in one of the world’s most exciting cities. Developed to deliver interdisciplinary learning and flexibility, this course enables you to tailor your studies to suit your own requirements and interests.

The field of artificial intelligence is rapidly expanding, which is evident in everyday life. Delving into this field not only offers a competitive edge in the job market but will also equip you with the valuable skills that are sought after by employers. Did you know Aston University is known for its early specialisation in machine learning and AI since 1990? This innovative course is led by a team of dynamic research academics and designed to enhance the skillsets of computer science undergraduates, positioning them for success in the evolving landscape of AI and machine learning.

On this programme you will learn, collaborate and flourish through project-based learning with students in other digital technology subject areas. This approach of learning mimics the real-life working world, where your career prospects will be enriched by working alongside people with different skill sets, viewpoints and approaches. You will be able to tailor your learning throughout your course and select your specialisms based on your own interests.

Why Artificial Intelligence at Aston University London?

Top 20 in the UK

Our Computer Science degree is Top 20 in the UK for Graduate Prospects “On-Track” (Complete University Guide, 2022)

Bridging industry needs

A course specially designed to address industry skill gaps

One of the world's great cities

Vibrant, multicultural, welcoming. Spend your student years in one the world’s most cosmopolitan and fashionable cities, where the word ‘boredom’ doesn’t exist

Course description

MSc Artificial Intelligence (London)

Our MSc in Artificial Intelligence empowers students with cutting-edge knowledge, hands-on experience, and industry insights to help propel them with careers in AI innovation. By being based in London you will be part of a vibrant cosmopolitan city and community, renowned for its diverse skills, cultures, beliefs, and wealth of knowledge.

What we will provide
We provide world-class teaching, comprehensive support to all our students, opportunities to engage with industry and societies as well as all the tools and knowledge you will need to thrive on this programme. You will have the opportunity to connect with leading researchers, and being taught by industry experts, preparing you for the ever-evolving AI landscape.

We are also an Adobe Creative Campus meaning you will have access to top-notch software licenses, including Adobe and Solidworks, commonly used in industry.

Aston University London provides access to numerous industry connections and networking opportunities, all within a city celebrated for its international diversity and cultural vibrancy.

What you will provide
We are looking for individuals with a keen interest and enthusiasm to delve into the latest technological advancements and artificial intelligence. If you aspire to build a career in AI, possessing the determination and passion to push the boundaries in both learning and collaborative work across various subject areas is essential.

What skills we teach
We will teach you the specialist, technical information you need, and you'll develop your ability to create ethical, well-justified and appropriate AI solutions to real-life challenges. With an emphasis on practical experience, you’ll have the opportunity to design and plan, implement, test, evaluate and document your solutions, preparing you for future challenges as you develop your career.

Career prospects
The career prospects within AI are limitless with many companies constantly expanding their business relationship with Artificial Intelligence. Previous graduates have gone on to successful positions such as Technology engineers, Data analysts, Programmers and AI Data engineers. With AI being such a new and ever-growing area, you can also look to further your education as a PHD student focusing on research.

Studying in London will unlock numerous employment and career opportunities thanks to its vast industry connections and dynamic professional network.

How you will learn

At Aston University London, every programme on your chosen pathway will begin with a common landing module to introduce key fundamental concepts required by the rest of the pathway and to introduce you to the learning and teaching style of our innovative London courses. You will be taught by a combination of academic and industry experts, and supported by our success coaches who will be with you every step of your journey to ensure you have the best possible chance of success in your degree. Our block teaching model means you will be able to plan your time around two days on campus each week, with the opportunity to spend more flexible time working on your individual and group projects. You will study at most two modules at a time, allowing you to focus in-depth on your chosen specialism and continually work on projects.

What you will learn

You will gain a comprehensive understanding of AI, including its mathematical aspects and the importance of teamwork through collaborative projects with fellow students. Research methods will be taught to enhance problem-solving and critical thinking, while deep learning modules will explore machine learning and how computers autonomously process information.

This programme aims to immerse students in digital innovation, fostering collaborative learning across disciplines. You will delve into core aspects of digital technologies, refining skills such as mathematical operations in Python. Key modules include AI: Vision and Reality, Applied Machine Learning and Neural Networks and Deep Learning, providing a solid foundation for your studies.

Additionally, students participate in an interdisciplinary collaborative project such as power skills where we will develop your abilities and experience in communication, teamwork, time management, project management, sustainability and digital systems, ensuring you are well-equipped for the ever-evolving tech landscape.

In the dissertation phase, you will complete an independent industry project, showcasing your ability to conduct independent research with a clear consideration of ethics, theory and methods.

Course objectives

Provides a programme of study that meets the needs of local, national and international candidates, enabling them to learn by the exchange of experience as well as formal academic study.
Provides students with opportunities to enhance their employability by developing lifelong learning and personal development skills, leading to graduates who are equipped for and aspire to senior positions.
Enables you to reflect upon and develop your own positions in relation to corporate responsibility, sustainability and ethics.
Develop an understanding of the global business environment (including shifting competitive advantages) that influence business decisions and operations.
Enables you to develop a systematic understanding of modern artificial intelligence technologies and the associated professional skills needed to support sound analysis, design and delivery of AI technology solutions in practice.
Provide practical experience of a substantial AI development project from the initial analysis of a problem, through design and planning, implementation, testing, evaluation, and documentation.
Enables you to select and implement appropriate Artificial Intelligence technologies for practical and business-oriented scenarios.
Develop inquiry, applied research and problem-solving skills to enable lifelong learning and professional development.

Modules

Modules and learning outcomes

Module Title	Credits
Fundamentals of Digital Technology	15
AI: Vision and Reality	15
Natural Language Processing	15
Applied Machine Learning	15
Strategic Management	15
Neural Networks and Deep Learning	15
Interdisciplinary Collaborative Project	30
Total	120

*Availability of any optional modules will be subject to staff availability and a minimum number of students who express an interest in studying the optional modules.

Module Title	Credits
Industry Research with an Entrepreneurial Mindset	15
Independent Industry Project	45
Total	60

*Availability of any optional modules will be subject to staff availability and a minimum number of students who express an interest in studying the optional modules.

Programme outcomes

On successful completion of both the taught and dissertation stage, you will be able to:

Promote social responsibility, sustainability, accountability and ethical practice in business practice.
Critically evaluate a range of complex situations, which may include finance, accounting, organisational behaviour, strategy, IT security, analytics, artificial intelligence, taking account of the inter-relationships of these topics and their interactions with other areas of business, industry and the external environment.
Demonstrate a range of transferable skills that are necessary for a successful career in business and enhance their employability. These may include: IT and computing skills, presentation and report writing skills, communication and team working (collaboration) skills, self-confidence, reflective practice, problem solving, leadership, decision making skills and ability to assimilate into multicultural and cross-cultural work teams.
Demonstrate the ability to undertake independent research with an applied business focus.
Apply the fundamental mathematical concepts underpinning modern digital technologies to tackle real-world challenges through the implementation of bespoke computer code and off-the-shelf software packages.
Integrate and apply concepts, techniques, principles and/or theory from Artificial
Intelligence and business to specify, design, construct and/or critically evaluate
computer-based systems that meet the needs of various stakeholders.
Deal with complex issues both systematically and creatively, make sound judgements in the absence of complete data, and communicate their conclusions clearly to specialist and non specialist audiences.
Demonstrate self-direction and originality in tackling and solving problems, and
act autonomously in planning and implementing Artificial Intelligence solutions at a
professional or equivalent level.
Show originality in the application of knowledge, together with a practical understanding of how established techniques of research and enquiry are used to create and interpret knowledge in Artificial Intelligence.

We may update our courses to reflect best practices and academic developments. If we do, we’ll let you know of any changes at the earliest opportunity by updating our course webpages. If you have already received an offer, we’ll write to you directly to let you know of the changes.

Entry requirements

We expect applications from graduates of BSc with honours in Computer Science or related disciplines with a qualification equivalent to UK 2:2 or higher. Evidence of knowledge of Mathematics and Programming foundations should also be provided when the degree is not in Computer Science (i.e. transcript of a degree programme or work experience). When a transcript is provided, the Mathematics and Programming grades should be equivalent to UK 60% or higher. Candidates may be interviewed before the offer decision.

The information contained on this website details the typical entry requirements for this course for the most commonly offered qualifications. Applicants with alternative qualifications may wish to enquire with the relevant admissions teams before application whether or not their qualifications are deemed acceptable. For less commonly encountered qualifications this will be judged on a case-by-case basis in consultation with the academic admissions tutor.

See international student information below for international equivalent information.

International students
Extensive work experience

Aston University London is a diverse, close community and welcomes international students on many of our postgraduate programmes. Students from over 120 countries choose to study with Aston University every year.

Qualifications in your country

For details of equivalent qualifications in your country, use our area pages below:

English language requirements

Applicants whose first language is not English will be required to provide evidence of an English language qualification. Our requirements are:

IELTS 6.0 overall, no band below 5.5 or equivalent

How to apply

Find out more about applying

Post-study work visa

Aston University welcomed the creation of a new Graduate Immigration Route which enables international students to remain in the UK for two years after you complete your studies to find work. This new post-study work visa applies to international students completing full-time undergraduate and postgraduate courses.

Graduate Immigration Route

We recognise the value of extensive professional experience. If you do not have the academic qualifications but have extensive and relevant professional experience and a proven ability to succeed, we would welcome your application.

The information contained on this website details the typical entry requirements for this course for the most commonly offered qualifications.

Applicants with alternative qualifications may wish to enquire with the relevant admissions teams prior to application whether or not their qualifications are deemed acceptable. For less commonly encountered qualifications this will be judged on a case-by-case basis in consultation with the academic admissions tutor.

If you have any questions about the application process please get in touch with our team:

Email: contact@london.aston.ac.uk

Call: +44 (0)20 4536 4601

Read our guide to applying

Fees and scholarships

Course fees

UK students
(2024/25)

Annual tuition fees:

£11,150

International students
(2024/25)

Annual tuition fees:

£23,500

More information on fees

The United Kingdom government has confirmed that European Union (EU), other European Economic Area (EEA) and Swiss nationals commencing academic courses in England from August 2021 will no longer be charged the same tuition rates as UK students.

Tuition fees for students are reviewed annually and may increase in subsequent years in line with inflation linked to the Retail Price Index (RPI) to take account of the University’s increased costs of delivering the Programme. Any such increase shall always be in accordance with the law. When undertaking a placement year, a placement year fee applies.

Fees and funding

Scholarships

At Aston University London we are committed to supporting the most talented and hardworking students to achieve their potential by providing a range of scholarships to help lower tuition and living costs.

To find out if you are eligible for scholarships and discounts, please contact us now.

Assessment

You will be assessed through a mixture of methods to allow a comprehensive, well-rounded review on how your learning is progressing. Your assessments will include coursework, presentations, individual and group projects, and practical assignments. Our programmes at Aston University London have no exam assessments.

Career prospects

There are many different career opportunities within AI following on from this postgraduate course, these include but are not limited to Technology engineers, Programmers, Data engineers, Architects, Software engineers, Scientific programmers, Data analysts, Specialists, and Doctoral researchers, among others.

Our graduates achieve amazing things all over the world – whether it’s setting up their own businesses, landing jobs with high profile organisations, or making real differences within their communities.

Hear from our graduates