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University of Reading MSc Climate Change and Artificial Intelligence (AI)

University of Reading

MSc Climate Change and Artificial Intelligence (AI)

Reading, United Kingdom

1 up to 2 Years

English

Full time, Part time

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Sep 2025

On-Campus

Key Summary

    About : The MSc Climate Change and Artificial Intelligence (AI) program focuses on the intersection of environmental science and technology. It equips students with understanding the impact of climate change and developing AI solutions. Students will engage in hands-on projects and research, applying AI techniques to real-world climate challenges over one year of full-time study or two years part-time.
    Career Outcomes : Graduates can explore roles in environmental consulting, data analysis in climate science, and policy development in sustainability. Opportunities also exist in tech industries focusing on AI applications for environmental solutions.

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Introduction

Help tackle the climate crisis, and gain expertise in a rapidly growing field of computer science, with our MSc Climate Change and Artificial Intelligence (AI) degree.

This course is suited to graduates from a wide range of disciplines – including science, technology, engineering and mathematical (STEM) subjects – who are looking for a postgraduate qualification that will help them stand out in the job market.

Choose the University of Reading

Reading is a leading university for climate science and environmental sustainability:

  • ranked 1st in the UK for environmental and ethical performance (People and Planet University League, 2023/24)
  • winner of the inaugural Times Higher Education (THE) award for Outstanding Contribution to Environmental Leadership, 2023
  • recipient of a prestigious Queen’s Anniversary Prize for our world-leading research, teaching, stewardship and outreach on climate change
  • ranked 5th in the world for Atmospheric Science (ShanghaiRanking 2023 Global Ranking of Academic Subjects)
  • named Sustainable University of the Year in The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025.

What you’ll learn

Artificial intelligence is growing rapidly, transforming how we collect and use data. It has the potential to help solve and understand complex global challenges, including the climate crisis.

Our Master’s in Climate Change and Artificial Intelligence (AI) addresses the growing demand for graduates with an understanding of both climate science and AI, together with the business acumen to deploy that understanding effectively.

You’ll gain a thorough understanding of:

  • climate data science and climate modelling
  • causality and decision-making in climate change
  • good data management practices
  • machine learning and artificial intelligence (AI)
  • computing using the Python programming language.

Your studies will provide the knowledge and skills required for leadership roles in the IT industry and beyond. You’ll develop the ability to:

  • describe the key concepts involved in climate change, including mitigation and impacts
  • identify and explain sources of uncertainty in climate model simulations and empirical data, and apply these concepts to decision-making
  • demonstrate when and how AI and machine learning can be used in climate change applications and services
  • apply scientific methods to real-world problems and challenges
  • conduct in-depth research in atmosphere, ocean and climate science.

The course will improve your understanding of climate data science and AI techniques, and prepare you for current – or future – managerial responsibilities.

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