Course overview
Evolve your skillset with this specialist programme in the rapidly growing sector of computer science.
Artificial Intelligence is having an increasingly prominent impact on the way in which different industries operate. This is driving employers to seek out highly skilled professionals to maximise system performance.
This specialist programme is designed to develop your skillset within this area, cultivating your practical skills and developing programming techniques, which will enable you to work effectively within the complex field of AI.
Job outcomes
- Data scientist
- AI developer
- AI consultant
- Machine learning engineer
- Research scientist
- Information strategy manager
What you'll learn
This programme will introduce you to the theory and practice of AI programming and development. You will also explore the relevant applications of the discipline and how to practically apply them to a range of industries in which you may choose to pursue a career.
You will be required to complete 180 credits to achieve a full master’s. This programme is also available as a postgraduate certificate (PG Cert) which amounts to 60 credits and a postgraduate diploma (PG Dip) which amounts to 120 credits.
Study method
- Online
- Blended
- In-class

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Duration study load
Approximately 2.5 years (wholly online and part-time)
Entry requirements
Applicants should have either:
- A degree in computer science or a closely related subject, equivalent to a UK bachelor’s degree, coupled with two years relevant IT professional experience; or
- Professional work experience in IT or related field and/or other prior qualifications will be considered on a case-by-case basis
All applicants are required to provide evidence they have reached a minimum required standard of English language.
Career prospects
Graduates will be able to thrive in a range of demanding roles across many sectors, by combining a strong foundation in computer science from your first degree with an advanced knowledge of AI from this programme.
Potential job titles include AI consultant, AI developer, data scientist, information strategy manager, machine learning engineer, and research scientist.
About University of Liverpool Online Programmes
University of Liverpool is a member of the elite Russell Group of research-led UK universities. They have been offering online programmes since 2000 and are one of Europe's leading providers of wholly online postgraduate degrees. Their programmes are designed specifically for online learning; teaching and assessment are delivered through a state-of-the-art learning platform, providing students with access to all resources required for interactive study online.