CitAI-MSc

CitAI offers an MSc in Artificial Intelligence. Students learn theoretical and mathematical principles of Artificial Intelligence and advanced groundbreaking AI methods in a balanced programme that includes object/face/emotion recognition, data classification, sequence analysis, prediction and control, cognitive modelling, and AI creativity. Students are also introduced to AI's ethical and legal challenges and trained to critically investigate them and explore ways to make AI explainable and fair.

A sample of the jobs of our alums: Data scientist and board member (Greentech, Denmark), ML/Blockchain Engineer (SparkCognition, UK), AI risk advisor/partner (Deloitte, Korea), Senior Strategist (Aviva Investors, London), Computer Vision Engineer (Xihelm, UK), Machine Learning Engineer (Bramble, UK), Data Science & Machine Learning Lead (YUTY, UK), Data Scientist (Sears Holdings, India), Data Engineer (TISTA Science and Technology Corporation, USA), Deep Reinforcement Learning Engineer (Decision Lab, UK), Algorithm Engineer (Nowcoder, China), Technical Operation Specialist (SUPPER, UK), Machine Learning Engineer (Quell, UK), Senior Computer Vision Research Engineer (iProov, Italy), etc.

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Our approach is founded on collaborative learning. Thus, students are encouraged to work in teams in all modules and evaluation is project based.

Our focus is on Deep Learning - developing adaptable artificial neural networks (ANNs) that simulate brain/cognitive function. These include Convolutional and Recurrent networks, Variational Autoencoders, Generative Adversarial Networks, Transformers, GPTs and Deep Reinforcement Learning algorithms and architectures.

This is a hands-on master, and students finish their learning journey to AI by designing and developing a research-based or applied project, under the supervision of members of our CitAI team.

The MSc AI is avant-garde and we have a CitAI Lab which provides the latest computers, tools and technologies, and the GPU power needed for Artificial Intelligence. Please visit City's website for details on requirements and how to apply.

To join the master, you will need to have a fair amount of scientific curiosity, a keen interest in learning, good mathematical knowledge, problem-solving abilities, and proficiency in Python -the running programming language in all modules.

If you have any questions, please contact the MSc AI Programme Director Dr. Esther Mondragón (E.Mondragon@city.ac.uk).

The MSc Artificial Intelligence has provided me with a solid grounding to make a career change from data analytics to AI. I found the course to be an excellent balance of theory and application, with project-based assessments enabling a level of exploration and creativity that is often missing in academic courses. Modules touch upon emerging techniques and issues within AI as well as covering core concepts, which I feel is beneficial for career-orientated students. Overall, the course was enjoyable, lectures engaging, and a great deal of support is provided for students. I'll look back on this year fondly as I start my journey into AI!Sarah

I'm really glad I decided to go back to school and study this master's! I've learned so much and I can tell that I am an attractive job candidate in the eyes of employers.Kasper

I would like to thank City AI MSc lecturers and the university. I feel that I have earned very good knowledge and skills in AI and machine learning. The program was highly challenging but it was very well made, teaching us both the foundations and the advanced cutting edge material. The lecturers gave us a lot of support throughout. I was able to acquire a good portfolio and experience of work which enables me to pursue a career in the field or continue to further research in the field. I highly recommend the program.Daniela

The MSc in Artificial Intelligence was an incredible learning experience that allowed me to build a complete knowledge about AI, starting from the foundations of the field to the most recent trends and techniques that are now shaping our modern society. The programme represents the perfect mix between theory and practice giving you the knowledge and tools to handle mathematical, ethical and practical aspects of the most recent AI-related fields. On top of this, you'll have the opportunity to interact and learn from an incredible team of lecturers and professors that will guide you throughout this learning experience.Tommaso

This programme delivered precisely on my reasons for choosing it. The curriculum design is a perfect balance of just the right (high) standard of fundamental mathematics and advanced programming together with significant opportunities for implementing practical applications – all under the expert and nurturing support of a great teaching team. The interdisciplinary and broad approach made for a hugely stimulating, insightful and rounded take on artificial intelligence which has positioned students well to play their part in helping to shape the future of this growing field. In particular, the focus on explainable AI (XAI) is a unique differentiator of the MSc Artificial Intelligence at City, University of London.Martin

The Artificial Intelligence master at City University was the perfect balance between theory and practice and the lecturers were very supportive.Willem

The AI program, which provides both theory and practical experience, is designed thoroughly and up-to-date allowing students to explore the robust applications of AI according to their diverse backgrounds.Yuen Nam

Thorough, hands-on training on state-of-the-art AI technology. A challenging course taught by accomplished scientists in a diverse and supportive learning environment.Arnau

This programme offers you an environment that is driven on learning and that teaches you to think and critically analyse different problems. The curriculum is thought in such a way that it accommodates different levels of preparation and helps you learn what learning means for both a machine and a human. I would gladly recommend this programme to anybody who wants to be part of curious community and who wants to interact and learn from people who are passionate about this subject.Corina

That the MSc was entirely project based meant that we learnt to tackle real world data challenges in a pragmatic manner. This prepared us for the fact that outside of a textbook setting, neither the problem, nor the solution is ever clearly defined. We also learnt that projects, especially complex deep learning based ones, aren’t executed by lone cowboys. During the MSc I worked with 6 very different (amazing) people who all brought something unique and valuable to the table. Kiran

A course that comprehensively covers all important areas of AI. Enthusiastic lectures that really know their stuff. Practical project-based assessment that helps you really understand the content. What’s not to like? The Summer project was my personal highlight: it’s the chance to work on a cutting-edge project in any area that interests you, and provides fantastic experience towards an AI-related job or further work in research.Alex

I express my indebted gratitude for making me a part of the wonderful inception cohort. Honestly, the curriculum design and erudite lectures have transformed me into more of a practical problem solver and to deal with bigger projects gradually. I'd cherish and take pride to mention that I'm a City alumnus wherever I go across the globe. Thank you once again for this lifetime opportunity. Nick

I had a happy and memorable experience with all classmates and lecturers at City. You provided all great knowledge to us. Thanks for your teaching. Fan

This MSc provided me with expertise in diverse Deep Learning topics, such as NLP, XAI, Reinforcement Learning and c. vision, among others. This program has the best curriculum I have seen from the UK schools I researched before applying. On top of it, the professors and staff are outstanding in their teaching and supportive. Elisabeta

What I experienced at City enabled me to open the door toward a fascinating opportunity. Minoh

It has been the most exciting and challenging time of my life. It has made me evolve, grow and know myself more. I have always been an average student and had never thought that I could do so well. Now I am more confident about myself, my potential and that I can achieve more than what I think. Jasveen

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From left to right and top down: Sofoklis Kyriakopoulos, Jasveen Kaur, Zarin Wamia, Abdikarim Dilib, Fan Fu, Damien Lopez, Ruotian Zhang, Geoffrey Payne, Minoh Kwon, Cansin Sapmaz, Ryusuke Otani, Willem Van de Mierop, Vasilis Kotsos, Jon Thum, Kiran Ikram, Shehrum Bokhari, Azucena Ascencio Cabral, Arnau Coiduras Huguet, Albert García Plaza, Mpagi Kironde, Alexander Dean, Vincenzo Di Gennaro, Yuen Yeung, Nikhil Vallakati, Stavros Ioannidis, Alexander McCaffrey, Chloe Munden, Corina Cătărău-Cotuţiu, Azad Deihim, Henri Placek, Monica Furdui. Missing from the picture: Kozimjon Khikmatillaev and Christopher Michael-Stokes.

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