Master of Science (Coursework) in Artificial Intelligence
The MSc (Coursework) in Artificial Intelligence is for graduates with some programming experience who want to shift into AI or bring AI into their field. You will study advanced artificial intelligence, machine learning, deep learning, applied AI, and the ethics of automated decision-making, then broaden that with 500-level papers in advanced project management and solving complex problems. It prepares you for roles where technical AI knowledge needs to work alongside people, organisations, and real constraints.
Campus Information
Dunedin
The University of Otago main campus is located in Dunedin. The Dunedin campus includes: Central administration Four academic divisions: Business, Health Sciences, Humanities, Sciences
Intakes
- Jan
- July
- Sep
Application Processing Time in Days: 30
Minimum English Language Requirements
| English Level Description | IELTS (1.0 -9.0) | TOEFL IBT (0-120) | TOEFL CBT (0-300) | PTE (10-90) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert | 9 | 120 | 297-300 | 86-90 | |
| Very Good | 8.5 | 115-119 | 280-293 | 83-86 | |
| Very Good | 8 | 110-114 | 270-280 | 79-83 | |
| Good | 7.5 | 102-109 | 253-267 | 73-79 | |
| Good | 7 | 94-101 | 240-253 | 65-73 | |
| Competent | 6.5 | 79-93 | 213-233 | 58-65 | |
| Competent | 6 | 60-78 | 170-210 | 50-58 | |
| Modest | 5.5 | 46-59 | 133-210 | 43-50 | |
| Modest | 5 | 35-45 | 107-133 | 36-43 | |
| Limited | 4 | 32-34 | 97-103 | 30-36 | |
| Extremely Limited | < 4 | < 31 | < 93 | < 30 |
Job Opportunity Potential
Postgraduate study in AI leads to careers well beyond traditional tech roles. Graduates go on to develop AI systems and advise organisations on which tools and methods best fit their needs, working across sectors including healthcare, finance, agriculture, environmental science, and education, wherever there's a genuine problem to solve with the right AI approach.
Graduates may move into roles such as:
- Machine learning engineer
- Data scientist
- Artificial intelligence researcher
- Software developer specialising in intelligent systems
- Technology consultant or analyst
PSW Opportunity
- During study, all students on a student visa can work up to 20 hours per week during semester and full time during vacations.
- After completing Level 7 Bachelor’s Degree or Higher Qualification, a student will get a three years open post-study work visa.
- After completing Level 8 Post Graduate courses of 1 year, students get 1 year PSW.
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
For About Admission Requirements / Eligibility Criteria Information Please Contact To Our PSA Counselor.
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Masters/PG Degree
- Duration: 01 Year 06 Month
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Total Tuition Fee:
110092 NZD
Average Cost of Living: 20000 NZD /year
Application Fee: N/A
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