MSc Computer Science (Artificial Intelligence) with Placement

University of Kent

United Kingdom, Canterbury

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University of Kent

United Kingdom , Canterbury

Key Facts

Program Level

Master by Course Work

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Campuses

Canterbury

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesSeptember-2026

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Duration 2 year(s)

Next Intake September-2026

MSc Computer Science (Artificial Intelligence) with Placement

About

Overview

Discover how computer science and artificial intelligence can solve complex problems in the world. This is a rapidly evolving field for the transformation of our society from self-driving cars, robotics, finance and healthcare.

Specifically, this conversion course provides graduates from any discipline with an introduction to computer science and artificial intelligence. You'll develop skills to restart your career, get into technology and succeed within an evolving industry.

Our specialist MSc Artificial Intelligence course is more tailored for those with prior knowledge of computer science.

Gain workplace experience

This course includes a placement of between 36 and 44 weeks. This provides an opportunity to work in real-world, technical and business roles, enhancing your study experience and having a dramatic impact on your choices after graduation. Our dedicated placement team can help you gain a suitable paid position and provide support throughout.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

A first or second class honours degree or equivalent in any subject. You should also have mathematical skills equivalent to a grade C or above in GCSE Mathematics.

All applicants are considered on an individual basis and additional qualifications, professional qualifications and relevant experience may also be taken into account when considering applications.

International students

Please see our International Student website for entry requirements by country and other relevant information. Due to visa restrictions, students who require a student visa to study cannot study part-time unless undertaking a distance or blended-learning programme with no on-campus provision.

English language entry requirements

This course requires a Good level of English language, equivalent to B2 on CEFR.

Details on how to meet this requirement can be found on our English Language requirements webpage.

Examples:

IELTS 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in each component

PTE Academic 63 with a minimum of 59 in each sub-test

A degree from a UK university

A degree from a Majority English Speaking Country

Need help with English?

Please note that if you are required to meet an English language condition, we offer a number of pre-sessional courses in English for Academic Purposes through Kent International Pathways.

Career

Your future

You'll be prepared for a career in computing, or a career involving the application of computing and artificial intelligence for problem solving in any professional field. Working with the latest technologies, you develop skills which will boost your career prospects as computer science is used for problem solving in every industry.

Extensive links with industry

Students have been undertaking industry placements for many years. We have developed relationships with hundreds of companies across many industries. These include:

Finance: Bank of America, Hiscox
Government: Fivium, Kent County Council
Technology: IBM, Vodaphone, Ideaworks
Entertainment – Disney, NBC Universal
Consulting: Accenture, CGI, Capacitas

Milan Gurung

MSc Computer Science graduate

"The staff in the School’s Industrial Placements office were fantastic advisers and helped me realise my interest in Tech Consulting."

Read Milan's profile