The Master of Applied Science (MAppSc) is a 180-point, coursework postgraduate degree. A candidate would normally be a graduate but the degree is also open to those with other relevant qualifications.The MAppSc is designed for students who wish to pursue an interdisciplinary programme of study underpinned by science that delivers versatile skills relevant to multiple end-users. Optional paths are available that emphasise commercialisation, workplace-based projects or independent study.Optional papers for particular interestsThe MAppSc can be completed in 12 months or in stages, providing flexibility for recent graduates and those currently employed.Why study Artificial Intelligence (AI)There is currently a very large demand in industry for people with advanced AI skills.
AI is currently having a large impact on many human endeavours mostly through deep learning approaches in science, business, the law, medicine, and government.BackgroundSome prior exposure to programming would be beneficial.Artificial Intelligence is a major subject of the Master of Applied Science (MAppSc), a postgraduate qualification. It is open to graduates from any discipline.CareersPossibilities include: AI engineer, research scientist, data scientist, policy expert, analyst. There is a nationally recognised need for more graduates with expertise in AI.Structure of the ProgrammeThe programme of studyshall consist of approved papers at 400-level or higher worth at least 180 points, selected from the papers specified in Science Schedule D for the Master of Applied Science subject concerned, and including at least one of APPS 596-598.
shall normally include papers from more than one subject and at least one of the approved 400-level papers that shall be amongst the first papers taken in the programme of study.may, with the approval of the Head of Department or Course Director concerned, include papers worth up to 60 points from 400- and 500-level papers other than those specified in Schedule D.A candidate who has completed the requirements for the Postgraduate Certificate or the Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Science shall be exempted from those papers in the programme for the degree which have previously been passed for the certificate or diploma.