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Artificial intelligence is one of the most exciting and fastest-growing areas of ICT and science. It has the potential to positively transform every aspect of our lives, from smart cities and autonomous vehicles to better healthcare and a low-carbon economy. Artificial intelligence is capable of providing intelligent solutions to help us tackle many of today's biggest societal challenges. Be part of this exciting development by joining the one-year MSc in Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence.

This program is aimed at graduates with a basic qualification in Computer Science or a related field. This is not a refresher course but assumes that students already have a very high technical level of computer science training. The full-time MSc in Artificial Intelligence is taught by recognized interdisciplinary experts from the University of Galway. Over two semesters, it covers many complementary areas of AI, including deep learning, natural language processing, optimization and reinforcement. In addition, students reinforce their new skills in a 30-credit project completed over the summer. Here, students can have the opportunity to work with a research group or industrial partner.

English Language Requirements

Most courses at the University of Galway have the following minimum language requirements. We advise you always check the exact entry requirements before applying to any course, don't forget we are always on hand to help.

About University of Galway

The University of Galway is a public research university located in the city of Galway, Ireland. It was established in 1845 and today welcomes more than 18,000 students through its doors who are attracted to its reputation for excellent teaching and leading research. A significantly multicultural University, the institution attracts around 4000 international students from over 122 countries annually. The University of Galway was awarded Irish University of the Year 2022 in the Sunday Times Good University Guide.

What is the University of Galway's acceptance rate?

The University of Galway's acceptance rate is 86%.

Course Details

This course is designed to train and equip graduates to prepare them for the growing opportunities to work as data analysts in demand across a wide range of industries including finance, management, manufacturing, food, healthcare and media. The course emphasizes the development of a strong theoretical and applied foundation and builds on our existing data science and analytical strengths in the School of Information Technology and the Insight Institute, as well as our experience of completing successful Masters's in Data Analytics.

Upon completion of the program, graduates are eligible for the highly successful MSc Data Analytics or MSc Artificial Intelligence, offering more in-depth and specialized training in advanced data science or artificial intelligence topics such as machine learning. Transfer to these programs requires funds and at least a high 2:1 standing in undergraduate studies at the discretion of the program director. 

English Language Requirements

Most courses at the University of Galway have the following minimum language requirements. We advise you always check the exact entry requirements before applying to any course, don't forget we are always on hand to help.

About University of Galway

The University of Galway is a public research university located in the city of Galway, Ireland. It was established in 1845 and today welcomes more than 18,000 students through its doors who are attracted to its reputation for excellent teaching and leading research. A significantly multicultural University, the institution attracts around 4000 international students from over 122 countries annually. The University of Galway was awarded Irish University of the Year 2022 in the Sunday Times Good University Guide.

What is the University of Galway's acceptance rate?

The University of Galway's acceptance rate is 86%.

Course Details

This is an advanced master's degree program offered full-time for one year, providing graduates in computer science and closely related fields with in-depth knowledge and skills in the emerging growth field of data analytics and data science. The MSc in Data Analytics is delivered by a highly regarded team of researchers based at the University of Galway who are recognized as international experts in their field. Some of the subject areas include big data analysis, advanced data mining and machine learning, deep learning, information retrieval, natural language processing, data visualization, web mining, linked data analysis, simulation and modelling, and digital image processing.

This program is aimed at graduates with an undergraduate degree in Computer Science or a related field. This is not a conversion course and it is assumed that students are  already at a very high technical level in terms of the technical elements of their computer background. 

English Language Requirements

Most courses at the University of Galway have the following minimum language requirements. We advise you always check the exact entry requirements before applying to any course, don't forget we are always on hand to help.

About University of Galway

The University of Galway is a public research university located in the city of Galway, Ireland. It was established in 1845 and today welcomes more than 18,000 students through its doors who are attracted to its reputation for excellent teaching and leading research. A significantly multicultural University, the institution attracts around 4000 international students from over 122 countries annually. The University of Galway was awarded Irish University of the Year 2022 in the Sunday Times Good University Guide.

What is the University of Galway's acceptance rate?

The University of Galway's acceptance rate is 86%.