MSc Computer Science with a Specialism in Artificial Intelligence (AI)

Heriot-Watt University · Edinburgh, United Kingdom

MScEnglish90 ECTS1 yearDistancePart-time

The MSc Computer Science with a Specialism in Artificial Intelligence (AI) programme at Heriot-Watt University (School of Mathematical and Computer Sciences) is a MSc programme delivered in English over 1 year (2 semesters) (90 ECTS (180 UK credits)). This Master programme in Artificial Intelligence covers deep learning, natural language processing, computer vision, reinforcement learning, and cognitive computing. Students develop cutting-edge AI models for complex real-world applications. Graduates work in tech companies, AI research labs, and autonomous systems industries.

Key facts

Tuition (EU / EEA students): £1,323/year
Tuition (Non-EU students): £1,323/year
Application deadlines (EU / EEA students): 2027-06-30
Application deadlines (Non-EU students): 2027-06-30
Duration: 1 year
ECTS credits: 90
Language: English
Study format: Distance
Starts: 01 September 2027
Intake: September intake; January intake for many courses

Application deadlines

EU / EEA students

2027-06-30

Non-EU students

2027-06-30

Programme overview

DegreeMSc
Duration1 year
ECTS90
LanguageEnglish
Study formatDistance
PacePart-time
CountryUnited Kingdom
FacultySchool of Mathematical and Computer Sciences

Official university

Heriot-Watt University

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What will it actually cost?

Tuition plus the legal minimum proof-of-funds for United Kingdom, over 1 year of study.

EU & Non-EU	Tuition	Living	Total
EU & Non-EU	£1,323	—	needs the fee

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