MSc in Human-Centred Big Data and Artificial Intelligence
Swansea University
About this program
MSc in Human-Centred Big Data and Artificial Intelligence
You will be trained in adventurous and exciting computational science, working on real-world challenges that will transform society and the economy. While there are valid concerns about what impact big data and artificial intelligence might have on individuals, communities, jobs and society, this programfocuses on human potential, needs, desires and cares, and how these motivations can be used to drive innovation.
You will undertake your major project in collaboration with one of our world-class partners (including Google, Facebook, NHS, Tata Steel, Ford, Microsoft and many more), and also take part in a range of additional skill-enhancing activities such as sandpits, retreats and focused training events. As part of a close-knit cohort, students will learn human-centred methods, grounded in a broad range of theoretical, experimental, domain and methodological perspectives to understand how these can amplify and enhance human potential in big data and AI.
Topics Likely To Be Covered
- Human-Centred Perspectives and Methods
- Industrial Partner Case Studies
- Big Data
- Artificial Intelligence
- Machine Learning
- Abuses, Biases and Blessings of Data
- Trust, Argumentation and Verification
- Visual Analytics
- Interfaces and Modalities
- Critical Systems
- Data-Structures and Architectures
- Human-Centred Evaluation and Analysis
- Choice of topics relating to Law, Healthcare, and Factories of the Future
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Admission requirements
- Minimum 2:1 in Computer Science or a related technical subject (or equivalent experience) plus an aptitude and ability in computational thinking and methods, with a demonstrable interest in human-centred computing. The necessary skills, knowledge and experience will need to be outlined in the applicants’ personal statement.
- IELTS 6.5 (with a minimum of 6.0 in each component) or equivalent English test.
Swansea University English Language Training
Swansea University's English Language Training services offer a variety of English courses including pre-sessionals, year round English, exam preparation and short courses. If you hold an offer from Swansea University you are able to take the Swansea English Language Test (SWELT) to fulfil your English language entry requirement. This is a 3 hour test which includes Reading, Writing, Listening and Speaking.
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Year 1 (Level 7 PGT)
Compulsory Modules
- Abuses, Biases and Blessings of Data
- Designing-in Trust, Understanding and Negotiation
- Human-Centred Perspectives and Methods
Optional Modules
- Critical Systems
- Human-Centred Visual Analytics
- Big Data and Machine Learning
- IT-Security: Cryptography and Network Security
- Blockchain, Cryptocurrencies and Smart Contracts
- Advanced Topics: Artificial Intelligence and Cyber Security
- Computer Vision and Deep Learning
- Hardware and Devices
- IT-Security: Cryptography and Network Security
- Blockchain, Cryptocurrencies and Smart Contracts
- Advanced Topics: Artificial Intelligence and Cyber Security
- Mathematical Skills for Data Scientists
- Computer Vision and Deep Learning
- Hardware and Devices
- Automation & Robotics
- Smart Manufacturing
- Immersive Systems
- Artificial Intelligence and Law
- Rights and accountability: technology and law
- Blockchain and the Law
- Digital Intellectual Property and LegalTech
- Numerical Analysis
- Stochastic Processes
- Biomathematics
- Functional Analysis
- Scientific Computing and Health Care
- Machine Learning in Healthcare
- Health Data Visualisation
Compulsory Modules
- Human-Centred Big Data and Artificial Intelligence Dissertation
Scholarships & funding
International Excellence Scholarships are available to both Undergraduate and Postgraduate students. Other scholarships are available, please see our website for more information including eligibility criteria and closing dates.
Tuition
The full tuition fees for UK and international students vary, please see our website for more details
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