AI + Statistical Analytics MSc

Cardiff University

The MSc AI + Statistical Analytics is a conversion programme designed to provide you with the knowledge, skills, and practical experience needed to thrive in the rapidly expanding fields of artificial intelligence and data analytics. You’ll get an introduction to fundamental concepts in AI, data science, and statistical modelling, with an emphasis on their practical application to real-world problems.

You’ll learn the technical expertise, critical awareness, and ethical understanding necessary to apply AI and statistical methods across a wide variety of domains. You’ll get hands-on experience with programming, data handling, and modelling tools, and engage with the wider opportunities and challenges associated with AI, including issues of governance, communication, and societal impact.

You’ll develop a solid foundation in AI models, statistical methods, and computational techniques, and the ability to critically evaluate and apply AI and AI outputs and data-driven approaches to complex problems across business, government, and society.

As well as practical skills in programming, machine learning, analytics, and data visualisation, you’ll study the ethical, legal, and social implications of AI, and of applying the outputs of AI. Undertaking a substantial research project will support the development of independent research skills.

You’ll develop key transferable skills, including the ability to communicate complex methods and results effectively to diverse audiences, both specialist and non-specialist and an understanding of how to deploy technologies responsibly.

As a graduate of the programme you’ll be well-prepared for employment in the AI and data science sectors, with the ability to contribute to solving pressing global challenges and to lead in the responsible and effective application of artificial intelligence.