Information Technology with Artificial Intelligence

You will develop skills in Artificial Intelligence, software development, database systems, and web programming, as well as the research and development skills required to undertake a sustained piece of AI or software development project work. You will learn to use modern software and AI tools, allowing you to match these to the needs of commerce and industry using appropriate development methodology to provide high-quality solutions.

Stage 1

• Machine Learning
• Object Oriented Programming
• Data Management
• IT Infrastructure and Administration

Stage 2

• Computer Vision Fundamentals
• Intranet Systems Development
• Software Project Engineering
• Professional Development and Research Skills

Stage 3

• MSc Project

Learning Methods

You will be taught through a mixture of lectures, tutorials, labs and external speakers, supported through our online virtual learning environment, Moodle, affording access to a wide variety of resources and support materials.

How long is an Information Technology with Artificial Intelligence Course?

The MSc Information Technology with Artificial Intelligencecourse can successfully be completed in:

• 12 - 16 months (full time)
• 28 - 32 months (part time)

Activity Summary

• Lectures - 40 students per group, 4 hours per week (stages 1 & 2)
• Practical class or workshop - 40 students per group, 8 hours per week (stages 1 & 2)
• Tutorial - 40 students per group, 1 hour per week (stage 2)
• Project supervision - 1 hour per week (stage 3)
• Independent Study - 4 hours per week (all stages)

Independent Study

A significant portion of this course is underpinned by independent learning, and you will be expected to be responsible for managing your coursework, reading and other learning activities appropriately.

Assessment

Typically students are assessed:

• 2 reports
• 2 dissertations
• 1 portfolio
• 2 project outputs
• 3 practical skills assessments
• 2 group critiques
• 1 exhibition or show - MSc Project Degree Show

Feedback

We aim to provide you with feedback within 20 working days of hand-in for all written exams, coursework and practical exams.

Staff Delivering on This Course

Our staff members feature in the annual Support and Teaching staff with Appreciation and Recognition (STAR) awards voted by the students and organised by RGU:Union.

Many of our academic staff are Fellows or Senior Fellows of the Higher Education Academy or are working towards this accolade. This is a professional recognition of practice, impact and leadership of teaching and learning.

Staff on this course could also include: visiting lecturers, visiting Distinguished Researchers, library staff and industry experts and postgraduate researchers.

Placements

Students have the option to seek a short placement, or a year-long placement. However, permission to undertake a placement is at the discretion of the School and is not guaranteed.

For students who undertake a placement the course duration will be extended by the length of the placement.

Job Prospects

As a graduate of this course you could go on to work in a wide variety of IT careers, for example, AI Engineers, Network Administrator, Software Engineers, Applications Developer, Business Analyst, Database Developer and Web Developer. You could also go on to pursue a career in research or academia. 

Aberdeen is home to many multinational oil and gas companies and associated suppliers such as mainstream software houses, IT providers to major oil-related companies, specialist software consultancies, and venture capital start-ups.

The university is involved in a number of commercial collaborations on a local, national and international scale with organisations such as BP, British Geological Survey, Wood Group PSN, Accenture, WIPRO and many Aberdeen-based software development companies.

The course also prepares students for research careers by providing the skills necessary of an effective researcher. Suitable MSc graduates may continue to PhD programmes within the school.

Standard Entry Requirements

What is needed for MSc Information Technology with Artificial Intelligence?

• Applicants normally hold a 2:2 undergraduate honours degree or its equivalent in any NON-Computing discipline.
• Applicants with a lower degree classification and / or relevant work experience will be considered on a case by case basis.

English Language Requirements

Applicants whose first language is not English should have an IELTS of 6.0 overall, with no component lower than 5.5, or an equivalent.

We accept a variety of in-country and secure English language tests, find out more:

Please note, some courses may require a higher standard of English than stated in this page. Contact admissions@rgu.ac.uk for further information.

International Students 

International students who do not meet our direct entry requirements for this course can gain additional entry points through our International College at Robert Gordon University.

Additional Costs

• £320 for short placement
• Cost for the year-long placement is to be confirmed.