Computer Science (Artificial Intelligence) MSc
University of Kent
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Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews of 145 graduates of Computer Science (Artificial Intelligence) MSc and other courses in Finance, Banking, Corporate Finance, Fintech at University of Kent for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Finance, Banking, Corporate Finance, Fintech.
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Salary
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Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Finance, Banking, Corporate Finance, Fintech at the university. Due to data collection methodology, salary data is mainly based on data related to undergraduate students.
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
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| Median salary | £30000 | £34500 | £44500 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £25000 - £34000 | £26000 - £41000 | £32000 - £55500 |
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| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £24406 | £24662 | £30689 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £21389 - £28940 | £19296 - £31978 | £22604 - £41672 |
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Course Description
The Computer Science (Artificial Intelligence) course focuses on how computer science and artificial intelligence can solve complex problems in the world. This is a rapidly evolving field for the transformation of our society from self-driving cars, robotics, finance and healthcare.
This is a conversion course intended for graduates with little or no prior knowledge of computer science. For those with prior knowledge of computer science, see our specialist MSc Artificial Intelligence course.
Overview
This conversion course has been designed to provide graduates from any discipline with an introduction to computer science and artificial intelligence to develop skills to restart your career, get into technology and succeed within an evolving industry.
The Computer Science (Artificial Intelligence) course prepares graduates for a career in computing, or a career involving the application of computing and artificial intelligence for problem solving in any professional field. Working with the latest technologies, you develop skills which will boost your career prospects as computer science is used for problem solving in every industry. You can explore a wide range of personal interests and career ambitions through a wide range of optional modules.
Graduates from our computer science conversion courses have successfully achieved careers with leading software, technology, and commercial global companies such as IBM, Cisco, Logica/CMG, Pfizer, Reuters, Shell and Zurich Financial.
It's possible to take this course with an additional industrial placement.
AI scholarship funding
The School of Computing is delighted to offer £10,000 scholarships for students accepted on the Computer Science (Artificial Intelligence) conversion Master's in 2023-24. The 16 scholarships aim to encourage more graduates to launch a career in the growing field of AI and to improve the diversity of the workforce.
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About the School of Computing
Our world-leading researchers, in key areas such as cyber security, programming languages, computational intelligence and data science, earned us an outstanding result in the recent Research Excellence Framework (REF); an impressive 100% of our research was classified as either 'world-leading' or 'internationally excellent' for impact.
Strong links with industry underpin all our work, notably with Cisco Systems Inc, Microsoft, Oracle, IBM, Nvidia, Erlang Solutions, GCHQ and Google.
Our programmes are taught by leading researchers who are experts in their fields. The School of Computing at Kent is home to several authors of leading computer science textbooks.
We have a large range of equipment providing both Linux and PC-based systems. Our resources include a multicore enterprise server and a virtual machine server that supports computer security experiments.
The School also has a makerspace, The Shed, which offers exciting teaching and collaboration opportunities. Among other equipment it contains a milling machine, 3D printers, laser cutter and extensive space for building and making digital artefacts.
Accreditation
This degree has been partially accredited by BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT.
Jobs & Career Perspectives
15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.
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Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of Computer Science (Artificial Intelligence) MSc at University of Kent
| 30% | Managers, directors and senior officials |
| 20% | Teaching and Childcare Support Occupation |
| 20% | Business and public service associate professionals |
| 20% | Administrative occupations |
| 5% | Health associate professionals |
| 5% | Sales occupations |
| 0% | Sports and fitness occupations |
| 0% | Therapy professionals |
| 0% | Teaching Professionals |
| 0% | Caring personal services |
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for this course
This particular course
Requirements for international students / English requirements
IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)
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- 6.5
- All Degrees
A second class honours degree (2.2 or above) or equivalent in any subject. You should also have mathematical skills equivalent to a grade C or above in GCSE Mathematics.
The University will consider applications from students offering a wide range of qualifications. Students offering alternative qualifications should contact us for further advice.
Costs
Average student cost of living in the UK
| Rent | £518 |
| Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) | £50 |
| Supermarket shopping | £81 |
| Clothing | £35 |
| Eating out | £33 |
| Alcohol | £27 |
| Takeaways / food deliveries | £30 |
| Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) | £24 |
| Holidays and weekend trips | £78 |
| Transport within city | £17 |
| Self-care / sports | £20 |
| Stationary / books | £13 |
| Mobile phone / internet | £13 |
| Cable TV / streaming | £7 |
| Insurance | £51 |
| Other | £95 |
| Average student cost of living | £1092 |
London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.
University Rankings
Positions of University of Kent in top UK and global rankings.
Rankings of University of Kent in related subject specific rankings.
Computer Science
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- #26
- #35
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- Computer Science
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CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
[Published 08 June, 2023]
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- #35
- #401
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- Computer Science
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THE World University Rankings by Subject
[Published 19 October, 2023]
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About University of Kent
The University of Kent is a publicly funded research university located in Kent, England. The university’s main campus is situated north of Canterbury, while its other campuses are found in Medway and Tonbridge in Kent. Additionally, the university operates postgraduate centres in Brussels, Athens, Rome and Paris.
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Student composition of University of Kent
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Total number of students enrolled at University of Kent by level Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
- undergraduates:
- 13390
- postgraduates:
- 2820
- Total:
- 16210
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Number of students enrolled in courses of subject “Artificial Intelligence”: Academic year - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
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| Program | University | Student satisfaction | Unemployed | Dropout | Tuition (UK) | Tuition (International) |  UCAS Tariff |
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Computer Science (Artificial Intelligence) Msci (Hons) | Royal Holloway, University of London | 67% | 4% | 0% | £9250 | £25200 | 139 | Egham | On campus Full-time |
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Artificial Intelligence (with Foundation Year) Msci (Hons) | Liverpool Hope University | 82% | 15% | 10% | £9250 | £12500 | 132 | Liverpool | On campus Full-time |
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Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence (with placement year) Msci (Hons) | Loughborough University of Technology | 92% | 8% | 0% | £9250 | £27250 | 168 | Loughborough | On campus Full-time |
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Artificial Intelligence MSci (Hons) | Liverpool Hope University | 82% | 15% | 10% | £9250 | £12500 | 132 | Liverpool | On campus Full-time |
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Computer Science with Artificial Intelligence including International Year Msci (Hons) | The University of Nottingham | 77% | 11% | 0% | £9250 | £28600 | 171 | Nottingham | On campus Full-time |
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Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence Msci (Hons) | Loughborough University of Technology | 92% | 8% | 0% | £9250 | £27250 | 168 | Loughborough | On campus Full-time |
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Artificial Intelligence (with Year in Industry) MSci (Hons) | Liverpool Hope University | 82% | 15% | 10% | £9250 | £12500 | 132 | Liverpool | On campus Full-time |
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Computer Science (Artificial Intelligence) MCompu (Hons) | The University of Sheffield | 84% | 3% | 0% | £9250 | £29110 | 167 | Sheffield | On campus Full-time |
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Computer Science (Artificial Intelligence) with an Industrial Placement Year MComp (Hons) | The University of Sheffield | 84% | 3% | 7% | £9250 | £29110 | 167 | Sheffield | On campus Full-time |
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Computer Science (Artificial Intelligence) with a Year-in-Industry Msci (Hons) | Royal Holloway, University of London | 67% | 4% | 4% | £9250 | £25200 | 139 | Egham | On campus Full-time |
Ranking publishers
The University League Tables
- Published:
- 08 June, 2023
THE Times Higher Education, UK
- Published:
- 19 October, 2023
- Criteria used in ranking -THE World University Rankings by Subject:
- 37.4% Teaching (the Learning Environment)
37.6% Research (Volume, Income and Reputation)
15% Citations (Research Influence)
7.5% International Outlook (Staff, Students and Research)
2.5% Industry Income (Knowledge Transfer)
