MSc Artificial Intelligence
One of the world's leading AI programmes, housed in a department that helped pioneer machine learning and robotics. Specialise in deep learning, NLP, or computer vision — then graduate into the 2-year UK Graduate Route visa.
One of the world's leading AI programmes, housed in a department that helped pioneer machine learning and robotics. You'll study core AI techniques — search, planning, natural language, deep learning — then specialise through elective tracks and a summer research dissertation.
Same field, different universities
See how this programme compares with AI and Computer Science at other universities we work with.
| University | Country | Level | Duration | Tuition/year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Edinburgh ★ This programme | 🇬🇧 UK | Master's | 1 year | £31,200 |
| TU Munich QS #28 | 🇩🇪 Germany | Master's | 2 years | €0 |
| Manchester QS #35 | 🇬🇧 UK | Master's | 1 year | £29,500 |
| King's College London QS #31 | 🇬🇧 UK | Master's | 1 year | £33,000 |
| ELTE Budapest QS ~584 | 🇭🇺 Hungary | Bachelor's | 3 years | €3,200 |
Your counsellor helps you compare and apply to multiple programmes simultaneously — at no cost.
What you'll need
| Academic | Bachelor's (2:1 or equivalent) in Computer Science, Mathematics, or related | |
| English | IELTS 6.5 (no band below 6.0) or TOEFL 92 | |
| Documents | Transcripts, SOP, two academic references, passport | |
Not sure you meet these? We offer foundation and pre-master's pathways — your counsellor will find the right route.
Core modules
Career outcomes
£45,000
Median AI engineer starting salary in the UK
2-year visa
UK Graduate Route post-study work visa
96%
Employed or in further study within 6 months
Top employers
DeepMind, Google, Amazon, NHS AI Lab
Application timeline
Tuition fees & deposit
| Tuition (international) | Per annum | £31,200 |
| Deposit | Required before CAS / visa | £2,500 |
| IHS (Immigration Health Surcharge) | Per year | £776 |
Funding you may be eligible for
The UK offers strong scholarship options for international students. Your counsellor matches you with every award you qualify for.
Not sure which scholarships you qualify for? Your counsellor reviews every option and handles the applications — at no cost.
Alternative funding options
Covers tuition and living expenses for postgraduate students at top-ranked universities. No cosigner required; rates based on future earning potential.
Student Route visa holders may work up to 20 hours per week during term and full-time during holidays. Edinburgh's tech and hospitality sectors offer strong student employment.
Monthly budget in Edinburgh
Edinburgh is more affordable than London while offering a world-class quality of life.
UKVI maintenance requirement: £1,023/month (outside London) for 9 months — you must show this in your bank statements for the visa.
Visa requirements for the UK
| Visa type | Student Route visa (formerly Tier 4) | |
| CAS required | Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies from Edinburgh | |
| Financial proof | £1,023/month × 9 months = £9,207 (outside London) | |
| Health surcharge (IHS) | £776/year — covers NHS access | |
| Visa fee | £490 (standard processing) | |
| Post-graduation | 2-year Graduate Route visa — work in any role | |
Your counsellor guides you through the full visa process — from CAS letter to biometrics appointment.
Hear from our students
"Edinburgh's AI department is incredible — the lectures are taught by researchers who literally wrote the textbooks. My counsellor helped me secure a Great Scholarship that saved me £10,000 on tuition."
"I applied to three UK universities and got offers from all of them within weeks. The SOP review was a game-changer — my counsellor knew exactly what Edinburgh's admissions team looks for."
Frequently asked questions
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