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University of Essex: Applications of Artificial Intelligence

Institution University of Essex
Department Computer Science and Electronic Engineering
Web http://www.essex.ac.uk
Email pgadmit@essex.ac.uk
Telephone 01206 872719
Study type Taught

Summary

With the rapid advance of Artificial Intelligence (AI), there is a growing demand for students who can understand and promote it across sectors, from computing systems and economics to healthcare and agriculture. This broad area of research uses rigorous and hands-on computational techniques to address significant problems that arise.

Our MSc Applications of Artificial Intelligence conversion course equips you with a skillset on AI techniques, and prepares you for meeting demand - regardless of your academic background. You obtain a comprehensive perspective of the current developments, needs, and potential of AI through taught modules that promote a deep understanding of AI methods together with others that deliver the necessary technical expertise.

On our course, you cover areas including:

  • machine learning

  • data mining

  • decision-making

  • big data

You develop relevant skills on both a theoretical and a technical basis, as well as:

  • understanding of the specifics and the intricacies of AI methodologies

  • the ability to apply both basic and advanced AI methods

  • the ability to design and implement novel solutions

You also gain transferable skills such as the ability to develop and present arguments and to work independently with confidence and in groups. Within our School of Computer Science and Electronic Engineering lies the strong AI for Decision Making research group, which offers you networking opportunities as a student of AI.

You study a course developed in collaboration with industry partners and public sector organisations, which include BT, Profusion, Essex County Council, Essex Police, and Suffolk County Council. Our active links with industry can broaden your employment potential and offer placement opportunities.

Master of Science - MSc (PG)

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