Program Overview

Overview

The University of Huddersfield's Applied Artificial Intelligence MSc offers an ideal opportunity for those eager to learn the foundations and stay ahead in this dynamic field. This conversion course uniquely offers students the opportunity to learn both applied technical skills and strategic management, preparing them for roles that manage data and oversee strategic change in organisations as they adopt AI.

Why Study Applied Artificial Intelligence MSc at Huddersfield?

• Open to graduates of any discipline
• Uniquely offers students the opportunity to learn both applied technical skills and strategic management
• Prepares students for roles that manage data and oversee strategic change in organisations as they adopt AI
• Dual accredited by the Chartered Management Institute (CMI), allowing students to earn a CMI Level 7 Award in Strategic Management and Leadership Practice

Key Information

Entry Requirements

• A BSc, BEng or BA Honours degree (2:2 or above) or equivalent professional qualification in any subject
• Other appropriate professional qualifications and/or experience will be considered on an individual basis
• If the first language is not English, students will need to meet the minimum requirements of an English Language qualification, with a minimum of IELTS 6.0 overall with no element lower than 5.5, or equivalent

Start Dates

• 22 September 2025
• 12 January 2026
• 18 May 2026

Duration

• 1 year full-time

Course Detail

Modules

• Effective Research and Professional Practice
• Autonomous and Autonomic Intelligent Systems
• Data Mining
• Case Studies in Data Analytics and Artificial Intelligence
• Robotics
• Machine Learning
• Change and Project Management
• Strategic Management of Data and Information
• Individual Project

Teaching and Assessment

• A variety of assessment strategies will be used depending on the type and nature of the module
• These include coursework, quizzes, presentations, and demonstrations
• The assessments will be flexible to allow students to investigate appropriate topics in their own way
• Written feedback is normally provided on all coursework submissions within three term-time weeks

Fees and Finance

Tuition Fees - Full-time

• In 2025/26, the full-time tuition fee for UK postgraduate students on this course will be £9,900 (Band 3)
• Tuition fees for UK students will cover the cost of study at the University
• For more information about funding, fees, and finance for UK students, including what the tuition fee covers, please see the University's Fees and Finance page

Career Support

• The University's Careers and Employability Service offers professional help, support, and guidance, including industry-supported workshops, careers fairs, and one-to-one guidance sessions
• The service helps students focus on life after graduation to achieve their ambitions

Research Excellence

• The University of Huddersfield is in the top 50 UK universities for Research Power
• Three-quarters of all research is world-leading and internationally excellent
• Over 60% of the research environment was classified as world-leading and internationally excellent

Student Support

• The University of Huddersfield offers support networks and services to help students get ahead in their studies and social life
• Support services include academic support, careers advice, and personal support

Accreditations and Professional Links

• Upon completion of the MSc, students will earn a CMI Level 7 Award in Strategic Management and Leadership Practice and achieve Foundation Chartered Manager status
• This recognition allows students to proudly use the post-nominals fCMgr

Facilities

• The University of Huddersfield offers a range of facilities and equipment to support student learning
• These include the Study Mill in the Haslett building, the Spärck Jones Building, and the Laura Annie Willson Building

Inspiring Graduate

• The quality of teaching on the AI Master's course at Huddersfield was notably high
• What stood out was not just the academic rigour, but also the amicable nature of the teaching staff

Further Study

• There are a number of options available to students who wish to proceed onto further postgraduate study upon the successful completion of their studies
• The University offers a number of flexible routes to a PhD, and students may be eligible for an exit award depending on how far through their course they are

Important Information

• When students enrol as students of the University, their study and time with the University will be governed by the University's terms and conditions, Handbook of Regulations, and associated policies
• The University may make changes to courses, including major changes, and will notify students as soon as possible
• In exceptional circumstances, the University may be forced to discontinue or suspend a course, and a formal exit strategy will be followed in accordance with the student protection plan.