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Artificial Intelligence - MSc (Online) Apply

Progress your career as an IT professional by gaining advanced skills in AI with UL’s two-year, part-time Master of Science in Artificial Intelligence.

Key information

EU fees per year €5,940
Non-EU fees per year €8,820
NFQ Level NFQ Level 9 Major
Duration Two years
Attendance Part-time
Programme type Taught, Professional / Flexible
Delivery Online
Start date September and January
Award Masters (MSc)
Register your interest

There are two avenues to apply for the MSc in Artificial Intelligence (online)

September entry

Before guaranteed entry onto the Masters Programme, students must first complete the Certificate in Artificial Intelligence. The Certificate runs as part of the first semester September to December

Successful completion of the preparatory course will lead to the award of a Certificate in Artificial Intelligence by UL, and a 2nd class honours level must be achieved to enter the Masters in January.

Funding how to apply for September

The programme is supported by Technology Ireland ICT Skillnet, which means it is substantially funded for applicants who are in full-time employment. Funded places are limited and are offered on a first-come first-served basis.

To assess if you are eligible for funding, applications must first go through Technology Ireland ICT Skillnet. If you are approved for funding, Technology Ireland ICT Skillnet will provide you with a UL link to apply for the preparatory programme, the Certificate in Artificial Intelligence once applications open.

Not eligible for funding?

You can apply for a place on the programme as fee-paying student starting in September.  For further information please contact the Science and Engineering Flexible Learning Centre at seflc@ul.ie who will provide you with a UL link to apply.

 

January entry

There is an option to enter the Masters in January if you have already completed the Certificate in AI  or if you satisfy suitable criteria. Contact Science and Engineering Flexible Learning Centre at seflc@ul.ie for further information.

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