Course Summary
This programme focuses on the strategic and practical aspects of AI applications, rather the low-level details of how particular AI algorithms are implemented. Therefore, learners are not required to have a background in computer science, or to learn programming or advanced mathematics to succeed in this programme.
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Career Sectors
This course prepares you for working in the Career Sectors below. Follow the links to get a fuller understanding of the sectors you are preparing for.
Entry Requirements
Minimum Entry Requirements
Applicants should hold a Level 8 honours undergraduate degree in any discipline. Applicants with a Level 7 ordinary undergraduate degree and relevant work experience will also be considered. Please email the Programme Director:[email protected]?with any queries regarding entry requirements.
English Language Entry Requirements
Overall, entry to the MSc requires a minimum?IELTS?score of?6.5 overall, 6.5 in writing, with no less than 6.0 in any other band.?TOEFL: Overall 88, Listening 1219, Speaking 1819, Writing 2426, Reading 1318.?PTE:?61 overall, no less than 61 in writing, and no less than 50 in any one other component.
Supporting Documents
You will be required to provide supporting documentation as part of your application. You can check here what supporting documents are required for this course.
Application Details
Closing Date: No set closing date. Offers made on a continuous basis.
Applications must be completed online at: https://nuigalway.elluciancrmrecruit.com/Apply/Account/Login.
An application requires a registration fee of 35. You will be asked to upload proof of identification, academic transcripts, a personal statement, an academic reference and documentation to fulfil the English requirement (where English is not your first language).
Next start date: September 2026
Fees
Fees: EU
2,995 for ITAG members; 4,950 for non-members
Fees: Tuition
Fees: Student levy
Fees: Non EU
4,950 p.a. 2024/25
The Student
Career Interests
This course is typically suited for people with the following Career Interests. If these interests do not describe you, this course may prepare you for work you may not find satisfying.
Investigative
The Investigative person will usually find a particular area of science to be of interest. They are inclined toward intellectual and analytical activities and enjoy observation and theory. They may prefer thought to action, and enjoy the challenge of solving problems with sophiscticated technology. These types prefer mentally stimulating environments and often pay close attention to developments in their chosen field.
Linguistic
The Linguistic's interests are usually focused on ideas and information exchange. They tend to like reading a lot, and enjoy discussion about what has been said. Some will want to write about their own ideas and may follow a path towards journalism, story writing or editing. Others will develop skills in other languages, perhaps finding work as a translator or interpreter. Most Linguistic types will enjoy the opportunity to teach or instruct people in a topic they are interested in.