University of Birmingham: Applications Open for MSc Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning for 2023

The University of Birmingham is one of the top 100 institutions in the world and a part of the elite Russell Group of UK universities. Around 10 Nobel Prizes have been awarded to University researchers, who are renowned for their superlative research expertise.

The university has been at the vanguard with some of the most transformative discoveries of the past 10 decades, from developing cancer treatments, scientific breakthroughs in robotics, and the revelation of the structure of DNA, to revolutionising organ transplants, unravelling gravitational waves, and advancing understanding of Shakespeare.

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MSc Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning

Astonishing developments in AI and ML over the last decade have the potential to revolutionise how we perceive and use data. Globally renowned and taught by experts in their disciplines, the MSc Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning at the University of Birmingham Dubai is a cutting-edge programme.

The degree offers a greater range of career opportunities for those who want to put their computer skills to practical use. Students who work on lengthy projects have the chance to expand their skill sets, which will help them grow more expeditiously in their employment prospects.

The basic concepts of AI and ML are covered in this course, as well as how robots may perceive, analyse, and comprehend the world around human beings. In order to improve their ability to make decisions, the programme provides students with knowledge about what current generation AI may or may not achieve, about current issues, as well as about societal and ethical issues.

Students will gain knowledge and understanding of the following things:

• Software programmes and frameworks for machine learning as well as artificial intelligence.

• Theoretical underpinnings of the fundamental machine learning and artificial intelligence approaches.

• Application of machine learning and artificial intelligence to real-world issues.

The following is a brief detail of the MSc AI and ML course for the September 2023 intake:

Note: Tuition fees can be paid annually in three instalments. It is advisable for students to extend early applications on their end.

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Programme Delivery

Delivered through a combination of lectures, tutorials, exercise classes, hands-on work, projects, and individual study, the MSc Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning Program is taught by leading experts in the field. Individual essays, group presentations, term-end exams, and a dissertation will all be used as forms of evaluation.

In the core modules, students will gain knowledge of complex mathematical models used in mathematical finance as well as programming for science and engineering. Additionally, advantageous to students are the small class sizes and customised one-on-one tutoring sessions.

Eligibility Criteria

The University of Birmingham is home to more than 1000 Indian alumni and there are now more than 210 Indian students enrolled in its various academic programmes. Indian students must meet the following entry requirements to enrol in the MSc Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning programme for the 2023 intake:

• For the postgraduate taught courses, candidates must hold a bachelor's degree of a minimum duration of three or four years from a recognised Indian university.

• Depending on the issuing institution, holders of bachelor's degrees are typically expected to have obtained 55-60% or higher for the 2:1 equivalent or 50-55% for the 2:2 equivalency.This means:

  • A four-year bachelor's degree (first class or very good upper second class). Or,

  • A three-year bachelor's degree (first class) from a recognised institution in India.

• Holders of three-year degrees (first class or very good upper second class) from renowned Indian institutions will be taken into consideration by the Business School for MSc programmes.

It must be mentioned that a bachelor's degree in a discipline with strong mathematical content, such as computer science, mathematics, physics, engineering, or economics, is acceptable.

English Language Proficiency Requirements

The following table shows the English language proficiency score requirements for Indian students:

Note: These are not exhaustive requirements since eligibility will vary depending on the course or major a student chooses. For more information, it is therefore advised to visit the specific programme or course page on the university's official website.

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Documents Required

The following documents will usually be required by the university before making an application decision. The university may also ask a student to submit further relevant documents.

• Academic transcript (for all prior degrees)

• Personal Statement (approximately 5000 characters)

• Gap Year Essay (if any)

• Letter of Recommendation (LOR Supervisor Format)

• English proficiency test score reports

Scholarships

All new international students can benefit from scholarships at the University of Birmingham Dubai. These monetary benefits are transferable throughout the whole programme at the foundational, undergraduate, and postgraduate levels. A waiver request from a student will be evaluated individually. Based on academic performance, the university is awarding up to 40% in scholarships for September 2023 intake.

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