Course overview
MSc Artificial Intelligence is a postgraduate (master's) course in data science & ai at anglia-ruskin-university in Cambridge, United Kingdom. It takes 1 year full time (20 months for January starts); 2 years with Professional Experience, with intakes in January 2027; September 2027.
anglia-ruskin-university is a public institution, ranked 601–650 in the world in the THE World University Rankings 2027. Read the full course description, modules and entry rules on the official course page.
Key highlights
| University | anglia-ruskin-university (Public) |
|---|---|
| Location | Cambridge, United Kingdom |
| Course | MSc Artificial Intelligence |
| Level | Master's (postgraduate) |
| Subject area | Data Science & AI |
| Duration | 1 year full time (20 months for January starts); 2 years with Professional Experience |
| Tuition per year | £20,925 (≈ ₹25.5 lakh) |
| Intakes | January 2027; September 2027 |
| English requirement | IELTS 6.5 (5.5 in each skill) or PTE 61 (59 in each skill) |
Interested in MSc Artificial Intelligence?A counsellor checks your eligibility and helps you apply, free of charge.
Fees and costs
Tuition for international students is £20,925 a year, about ₹25.5 lakh.
2027/28 fee; Professional Experience modules cost an extra £4,600
Living costs near the university
| Cost | In GBP | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|
| Advance rent for ARU-managed accommodationDeducted from your first rent payment; not a refundable deposit | £400one-off | ≈ ₹48,800 |
| Optional meal plan at Peter Taylor HouseSelected by default at booking; you can opt out | £25per week | ≈ ₹3,050 |
Living costs for the UK as a whole: £12,000–18,000 a year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.
Plan my monthly living costsEligibility
General entry requirements at anglia-ruskin-university for master's courses. Some courses ask for more, so check the course page.
- A three-year bachelor's degree, or a four-year engineering or technology degree, with at least a second division (50–59%) in relevant subjects.
- Degrees from the University of Delhi or the University of Calcutta are accepted with 45%.
- Some courses add requirements; for example computing courses strongly recommend programming knowledge (Java, C# or Python).
- ARU's Language Centre runs courses if you do not yet meet the English requirement.
English requirements
For this course: IELTS 6.5 (5.5 in each skill) or PTE 61 (59 in each skill).
| Test | What the university asks for |
|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | Undergraduate 6.0 with 5.5 in each skill; postgraduate 6.5 with 5.5 in each skill. Some courses ask for more. |
| PTE Academic | Undergraduate 60 with 59 in each skill; postgraduate 61 with 59 in each skill. |
| TOEFL iBT | Undergraduate 80; postgraduate 88 (17 in Writing and Listening, 18 in Reading, 20 in Speaking). |
| Duolingo English Test | Undergraduate 110; postgraduate 120 (100 in each skill). |
| Other tests | LanguageCert Academic (65 UG / 70 PG), Oxford ELLT Global (6 UG / 7 PG) and Trinity ISE II are also accepted. |
Intakes
This course starts in: January 2027; September 2027.
Upcoming intakes and deadlines in the UKHow to apply
- Check the entry requirements and the deadline on the official course page.
- Take IELTS, PTE or the test the university accepts, if you need one.
- Prepare your documents: transcripts, statement of purpose, recommendation letters and CV.
- Apply on the university's application portal and pay any application fee.
- Accept your offer, meet any conditions and pay the deposit.
- Apply for your student visa for the UK, then arrange accommodation.
Documents you'll need
- Valid passport
- Standard 10 and Standard 12 mark sheets
- Degree certificate and transcripts (master's applicants)
- English test score
- Personal statement
- CV and references where the course asks for them
Scholarships
Full Payment Discount
First year of study
Value: £1,000 off first-year tuition
International students who pay their tuition fees in full before teaching starts.
Official pageInternational Postgraduate Scholarship
Master's
Value: See ARU's scholarship page for the current value
International postgraduate students. You usually do not need to apply; ARU awards the highest-value scholarship you qualify for, and scholarships usually cannot be combined.
Official pageInternational Undergraduate Scholarship
Bachelor's
Value: See ARU's scholarship page for the current value
International undergraduate students. Usually awarded without a separate application; cannot usually be combined with other ARU scholarships.
Official pageChevening Scholarships
One-year master's at any UK university
Value: UK government scholarship (see Chevening for what it covers)
Future leaders selected by British embassies and high commissions; listed by ARU as external funding.
Official page
About anglia-ruskin-university
Anglia Ruskin University (ARU) traces its history to the Cambridge School of Art, which opened in 1858. Today it teaches about 26,700 students on campuses in Cambridge, Chelmsford, Peterborough and Writtle, and nearly half of them come from outside the UK.
ARU has a Gold rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework and was Times Higher Education's University of the Year in 2023. It is known for practical, career-focused courses in business, computing, health and engineering.
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FAQs
What is the fee for MSc Artificial Intelligence at anglia-ruskin-university?
The tuition for international students is £20,925 a year (about ₹25.5 lakh). 2027/28 fee; Professional Experience modules cost an extra £4,600. Fees usually rise each year, so check the course page before you apply.
How long is MSc Artificial Intelligence?
The course takes 1 year full time (20 months for January starts); 2 years with Professional Experience.
What English score do I need?
IELTS 6.5 (5.5 in each skill) or PTE 61 (59 in each skill). Some universities also accept Class 12 English marks or other tests; confirm on the course page.
When can I start?
Intakes: January 2027; September 2027. Apply early: popular courses can fill up before the deadline.
Can Admission Mantra help me apply?
Yes. A counsellor checks your eligibility, helps you prepare your documents and statement of purpose, and guides you through the application and visa. The first conversation is free.
We researched this page on 28 Oct 2026 from the university's own pages. Fees, entry rules and intakes change every year; confirm them on the official course page before you apply. Listing a course doesn't mean Admission Mantra represents the university.