19Mar
PostgraduateCourse summary
Transform public policy at Birmingham with our MSc in AI and Government. This cutting-edge course empowers social scientists to master AI and ethical governance through hands-on projects and interdisciplinary learning, shaping a future where technology and policy converge for societal impact. Invest in your future by gaining essential skills in AI and policy, tackle real-world challenges, and become a leader at the forefront of ethical tech and governance, driving impactful change in society. Why study this course at the University of Birmingham? With its interdisciplinary approach, blending computer science and political science to tackle AI's impact on governance our MSc AI and Government course offers hands-on experience with real-world datasets, emphasising ethical AI use. You'll benefit from a cutting-edge curriculum, expert faculty, and practical problem-solving across the public sector. With its focus on global and local AI policy, you will graduate ready for impactful roles in both international and public sector settings.
- Interdisciplinary Expertise: Combine computer science and political science studies to tackle AI's impact on governance and policy.
- Hands-On Experience: Engage in real-world projects using AI to address public sector challenges from health to infrastructure.
- Ethical AI Focus: Emphasises responsible AI use, integrating ethical considerations with technical skills.
- Versatile Career Paths: Feel prepared and confident to take on roles in policy advising, technology consulting, innovation, and academia.
Modules
Please view our course page for the latest list of modules,
Entry requirements
A minimum of an upper second-class Bachelor's degree in any subjects from a UK university; or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard. In addition to the above, applicants must also demonstrate strong mathematical skills through one of the following: Grade A (or above) in A Level Mathematics or equivalent (if your first degree is not Mathematics) OR Successful completion of the University of Birmingham's Mathematics for AI and Data Science microcredential. Applicants who meet the Bachelor's degree requirement but do not meet the mathematical prerequisites may be offered conditional admission, subject to successful completion of the Mathematics for AI and Data Science microcredential prior to the application deadline. All applicants are required to provide detailed evidence of their qualifications at the point of application. Applications cannot be considered without this supporting documentation. If you have undertaken studies outside the UK and have not taken A Levels, you can check if you hold a suitable equivalent qualification. If you are an international student, you will need to demonstrate you have a suitable level of English proficiency, usually through the form of an IELTS or equivalent qualification or a Presessional English course. For this course we require IELTS 6.5 with no less than 6.0 in any band
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
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Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
For more detailed information on available funding and fees for postgraduate courses please visit: https://www.birmingham.ac.uk/study/postgraduate/taught/fees-funding
Provider information
University of Birmingham
Edgbaston
Birmingham
B15 2TT