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Machine Learning and Autonomous Systems MSc – 2 years including placement year

Master

In Bath ()

Price on request

Description

  • Type

    Master

  • Duration

    2 Years

Intelligent and autonomous systems are increasingly important in all areas of human life and activity from medicine and space exploration to agriculture and entertainment.

Understanding and developing autonomous systems involves a range of skills and knowledge including designing interactive systems with both human and machine elements, and modelling and building systems that can sense and learn.

Machine learning is at the heart of autonomous and intelligent systems, including computer vision and robotics. It also underpins the recent developments in data analytics across many fields.

You will learn to use new knowledge to solve complex machine learning and autonomous systems problems. You’ll develop a range of skills including the theory of machine learning, artificial intelligence, autonomous systems design and engineering, and the implications for humans of interacting more and more with intelligent and autonomous systems.

About this course

Learn how to research, design and develop machine learning and autonomous systems technologies. You’ll be prepared for a range of careers in industry.

With machine learning and autonomous systems forming an essential part of a number of key industries, you'll have good prospects for employment after the course.

You’ll gain the knowledge and transferable skills for a career in a wide range of industries, or for further study at PhD level. Graduates from the department have gone on to work in a variety of sectors, including IT consultancy, software development, banking and education.

IELTS: 6.5 overall with no less than 6.0 in all components
The Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): 62 with no less than 59 in any element
TOEFL IBT: 90 overall with a minimum 21 in all 4 components
If you need to improve your English language skills before starting your studies, you may be able to take a pre-sessional course to reach the required level.

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Subjects

  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Programme
  • Programme Planning
  • Data
  • Data science
  • Statistics
  • Autonomous
  • Autonomous communications
  • Engineering
  • Engineering Drawing
  • Engineering Management

Course programme

Course structure

Occasionally we make changes to our programmes in response to, for example, feedback from students, developments in research and the field of studies, and the requirements of accrediting bodies. You will be advised of any significant changes to the advertised programme, in accordance with our Terms and Conditions.

Compulsory course units

These compulsory units are currently being studied by our students, or are proposed new units.

Semester 1
  • Statistics for data science
  • Machine learning 1
  • Humans and intelligent machines
  • Autonomous systems engineering
Choose one unit from:
  • Intelligent agents
  • Robotics software
Semester 2
  • Research project preparation
  • Intelligent control and cognitive systems
  • Machine learning 2
  • Plus optional units
Summer (year 1)
  • Placement
Semester 3
  • Placement
Semester 4
  • Placement
Summer (year 2)
  • Dissertation
Optional course units

These are examples of optional units currently being studied by our students.
  • Bayesian machine learning
  • Reinforcement learning
  • Artificial intelligence
Placement

Going on placement gives you the opportunity to apply your skills and knowledge during a year working in industry. You’ll be employed full-time in a role to match your future career ambitions, broadening your experience and transferable skills.

We have links with some of the industry’s leading companies.

Placement opportunities can't be guaranteed but you will receive tailored support from our specialist team to help you secure a placement.

Find out more about going on placement

Learning and assessment

Learning
  • Laboratory sessions
  • Lectures
  • Online resources
  • Practical sessions
  • Seminars
  • Tutorials
Assessment
  • Coursework
  • Dissertation
  • Essay
  • Multiple choice examination
  • Online assessment
  • Oral assessment
  • Practical work
  • Thesis
  • Written examination
  • Other

Additional information

UK/EU application deadline 31 August 2020

Overseas deadline 30 June 2020

Machine Learning and Autonomous Systems MSc – 2 years including placement year

Price on request