Modules

The programme has six core modules and three elective modules from which you will choose two. The course has been designed to adapt to developments in the sector, with space within the modules to explore your own interests. In your third term, you undertake an individual project under the supervision of one of our AI experts. Core Modules:

• Principles of Artificial Intelligence (15 credits)

• Programming and Mathematics for Artificial Intelligence (15 credits)

• Computational Cognitive Systems (15 credits)

• Agents and Multi-Agent Systems (15 credits)

• Deep Learning for Image Analysis (15 credits)

• Deep Learning for Sequence Analysis (15 credits)

• Individual Project (60 credits)

• Deep Reinforcement Learning (15 credits)

• Explainable Artificial Intelligence: Ethical and Legal Challenges (15 credits)

Assessment method

This practical MSc is assessed solely on coursework, one assessment per module, which includes an oral presentation of your work. This could be through theoretical questions such as short essays, or practical assignments where you analyse and give examples of AI methods and techniques. To reflect the real-life practice of Artificial Intelligence your work is often in teams. We may ask for separate oral presentations when assessing team assignments so that each member can demonstrate their contribution. The coursework takes many forms, including coding programs, theoretical work, and essays, as well as oral presentations. Teamwork is an integral part of the programme: Real-life research and practice in Artificial Intelligence involves working in groups of experts with interdisciplinary backgrounds. The individual project is your chance to solve a real problem - for instance collecting and processing real data, designing and implementing AI systems, and applying and evaluating them. Under the supervision of academic staff, and working with industrial partners where appropriate, your task is substantial - to develop and resolve an original research-related topic. You can also carry out your individual project as a 6-month internship.