University of Huddersfield Online
Master of Science (MSc) Artificial Intelligence MSc (Distance Learning)
Huddersfield, United Kingdom
MSc
DURATION
3 years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time, Part time
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TUITION FEES
GBP 9,900
STUDY FORMAT
Distance Learning
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Key Summary
About: The University of Huddersfield’s Artificial Intelligence MSc (distance learning) is 100% online, part-time for computing students. It covers machine learning, deep learning, generative AI, knowledge graphs, robotics, ethics, interpretability and practical Python/MATLAB work, and includes an Individual Project. The programme will be submitted for accreditation by the British Computer Society (BCS) in 2027.
Career Outcomes: Graduates progress into Data Scientist; Machine Learning Engineer; Data Engineer; Software Engineer; Data Analyst. HESA shows 98% work or study within 15 months; mean UK salary £38.5k. Graduates may also enter AI research or robotics engineering, applying modeling, data pipeline and responsible AI skills.
The Artificial Intelligence MSc (Distance Learning) at the University of Huddersfield is a 100% online, part-time taught master's designed for students with a computing background or equivalent professional experience. The programme covers core areas such as machine learning, deep learning and generative AI, knowledge representation (knowledge graphs), AI planning, robotics and autonomous systems, and applied AI in real-world domains. Students gain practical experience using contemporary AI frameworks (e.g. Python, MATLAB), and learn about ethics, interpretability and responsible AI. A substantial Individual Project provides a student-led opportunity to apply learning to a real research or development challenge. The course is offered with multiple start dates (7 September 2026; 18 January 2027; 10 May 2027) and is delivered through the University’s Virtual Learning Environment (Brightspace). The programme will be submitted for accreditation by the British Computer Society (BCS); accreditation is expected by the end of 2027 and may be applied retrospectively to eligible graduates.
The programme is organised around a set of core modules (Knowledge Graphs; AI Planning; Applied Artificial Intelligence; Machine Learning; Deep Learning and Generative AI; Robotics and Autonomous Systems) plus an Individual Project. Modules are core and designed to provide a blend of theory and practical work. Module credit values on the course site may range from 15 to 60 credits. For postgraduate modules, the University recommends approximately 10–16 hours of study per 20-credit module per week. The course is delivered online, and content is normally offered on demand; some timetabled live sessions may be included where stated in module descriptions.
Graduates from this MSc are prepared for advanced professional roles in AI and related fields. The course page lists typical job titles, including:
- Data Scientist
- Machine Learning Engineer
- Data Engineer
- Software Engineer
- Data Analyst
The page cites Lightcast for job-title data. HESA Graduate Outcomes (2022/23) statistics shown on the page indicate 98% of postgraduate students go on to work and/or further study within fifteen months of graduating, and an average salary of £38.5k (mean, UK domiciled, full-time UK employment).