| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2023-09-19 | - |
| 2024-01-09 | 2023-11-04 |
| 2024-09-01 | - |
| 2025-01-01 | - |
Program Overview
De Montfort University's Artificial Intelligence MSc/PG Dip/PG Cert program provides comprehensive training in AI principles and techniques, with a focus on real-world applications. Accredited by BCS, the program offers flexible study options and state-of-the-art facilities. Graduates gain the skills to apply AI in various fields, including games development, control systems, and robotics.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
Artificial Intelligence (AI) MSc/PG Dip/PG Cert
This program provides extensive training in AI and its subfields, including neural systems, natural language processing, fuzzy logic, and evolutionary computing. Graduates gain the skills to apply AI to various problems in areas like games development, control systems, and robotics. The program boasts several key features:
- BCS accreditation: Meets the academic requirements for Chartered IT Professional registration.
- Informed by research: Course content draws from the expertise of the renowned Institute of Artificial Intelligence (IAI) at DMU.
- Focus on real-world applications: Modules emphasize the practical use of AI in areas like decision making and prediction.
- Flexible study options: Full-time, part-time, and distance learning formats available.
- State-of-the-art facilities: AI laboratory equipped with cutting-edge technology for hands-on learning.
Objectives
- Equip students with a strong foundation in AI principles and techniques.
- Enable graduates to apply AI knowledge to solve real-world problems.
- Prepare students for careers in various AI-related fields.
Description
This program offers a comprehensive and rigorous curriculum covering the core areas of AI. Students gain expertise in neural systems, natural language processing, and research methodologies. They also explore advanced topics such as fuzzy logic, evolutionary computing, and mobile robotics. The program features project-based learning, allowing students to apply their knowledge to real-world scenarios. The culmination is an individual project, where students can choose a research area of interest and delve deeper under the guidance of experienced researchers.
Outline:
The program consists of four core modules and a final project:
Block 1
- Neural Systems and Natural Language Processing
Block 2
- Artificial Intelligence for Mobile Robots
Block 3
- Fuzzy Logic and Evolutionary Computing
Block 4
- Research Methods & Applications
Blocks 5 & 6
- Thesis Project Each block is delivered through a combination of lectures, seminars, tutorials, and workshops. Students are expected to dedicate approximately 28 hours per week to self-directed study and research alongside the scheduled sessions.
Teaching:
The program is taught by experienced researchers from the Institute for Artificial Intelligence (IAI), ensuring students receive the latest knowledge and insights. The teaching approach emphasizes active learning, encouraging critical thinking, discussion, and problem-solving. The program utilizes various teaching methods to cater to different learning styles and maximize engagement. These include:
- Lectures
- Seminars
- Tutorials
- Workshops
- Discussions
- E-learning packages Assessment is coursework-based and involves individual and group projects, presentations, essays, reports, and the final project.
Assessment:
Assessment methods vary depending on the module but generally include:
- Individual and group projects
- Presentations
- Essays
- Reports
- Final project (thesis) The program emphasizes continuous assessment throughout the modules, allowing students to receive regular feedback and track their progress.
Careers:
The program equips graduates with the skills and knowledge to pursue various careers in AI-related fields, including:
- Games Development
- Control Systems
- Software Engineering
- Internet Businesses
- Financial Services
- Mobile Communications
- Robotics The program also provides graduates with the necessary qualifications for further research in the field.
Other:
- The program offers scholarships for both domestic and international students.
- Graduates have the opportunity to publish research papers in collaboration with their IAI project supervisors.
- The program draws upon the expertise of the Institute for Artificial Intelligence (IAI), an internationally recognized research center with expertise in fuzzy logic, artificial neural networks, evolutionary computing, mobile robotics, and biomedical informatics.
- The program boasts an AI laboratory equipped with cutting-edge technology for hands-on learning and research.
2024/25 full-time fees for UK students: £9,500 per year 2024/25 tuition full-time fees for EU and international students: £17,600 per year
