Course overview
Artificial Intelligence MSc is a postgraduate (master's) course in data science & ai at The University of Sheffield in Sheffield, United Kingdom. It takes 1 year (full time), with intakes in September 2027.
The University of Sheffield is a public institution, ranked =82 in the world in the QS World University Rankings 2027. Read the full course description, modules and entry rules on the official course page.
Key highlights
| University | The University of Sheffield (Public) |
|---|---|
| Location | Sheffield, United Kingdom |
| Course | Artificial Intelligence MSc |
| Level | Master's (postgraduate) |
| Subject area | Data Science & AI |
| Duration | 1 year (full time) |
| Tuition per year | £36,055 (≈ ₹44 lakh) |
| Intakes | September 2027 |
| English requirement | IELTS 6.5 (6.0 in each component) |
Interested in Artificial Intelligence MSc?A counsellor checks your eligibility and helps you apply, free of charge.
Fees and costs
Tuition for international students is £36,055 a year, about ₹44 lakh.
Living costs near the university
| Cost | In GBP | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|
| Shared bathroom flat (Crescent or Endcliffe Vale Flats)£6,359 for 42 weeks | £151per week | ≈ ₹18,422 |
| En suite, Ranmoor and Endcliffe apartments£8,220 for 42 weeks | £196per week | ≈ ₹23,912 |
| Postgraduate en suite, city (St Vincent's Place)£9,178 for 51 weeks | £180per week | ≈ ₹21,960 |
| Postgraduate en suite plus or deluxe plus, city (Allen Court)£9,910 to £10,656 for 51 weeks | £194–209per week | ≈ ₹23,668 – ₹25,498 |
| Studio (Kinder, Windgather, Wimberry or Laddow)42 or 51 weeks | £228–240per week | ≈ ₹27,816 – ₹29,280 |
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 The University of Sheffield for master's courses. Some courses ask for more, so check the course page.
- A three or four-year bachelor's degree from a recognised university. Sheffield's guide for India: 65% for a UK first, 60% for a 2:1 and 55% for a 2:2.
- Most master's courses ask for a 2:1; some consider a 2:2. Data Science MSc accepts a 2:1 in any subject.
- The MBA also needs at least three years of relevant work experience after graduation.
- Pre-master's programmes are available at the University of Sheffield International College.
English requirements
For this course: IELTS 6.5 (6.0 in each component).
| Test | What the university asks for |
|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6.5 overall with 6.0 in each component for the master's and bachelor's courses on this page. |
| PTE Academic | 61 overall with 56 in each component for IELTS 6.5 (6.0) courses. PTE Academic Online is not accepted. |
| TOEFL iBT | 88 overall (Listening 19, Reading 20, Speaking 22, Writing 19) for tests up to January 2026, or 4.5 overall on the new scale for later tests. |
| Class 12 English | 75% or above in Class 12 English (CBSE or CISCE) is accepted; 80% for selected state boards such as Maharashtra, West Bengal, Delhi and Karnataka. |
Intakes
This course starts in: 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
- Degree certificate and transcripts, with a grading key to convert your CGPA to a percentage
- Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets
- English test score, or Class 12 English marks where accepted
- Personal statement
- CV and references where the course asks for them
Scholarships
International Postgraduate Scholarship 2027 (selected regions)
Master's (full time)
Value: £7,000 off tuition fees
Automatic for September 2027 master's offer holders who have lived in India (or another listed country) for the last three years. Accept your offer by 4pm UK time on 6 July 2027. Cannot be combined with external sponsorship.
Official pageInternational Undergraduate Scholarship 2027
Bachelor's (full time)
Value: £2,500 a year (up to £10,000 for four-year courses)
Automatic for September 2027 entrants who make Sheffield their firm or insurance choice by 4pm UK time on 2 June 2027. Renewed each year with a 60% average. Excludes Medicine and Dentistry.
Official pageAlumni discount
Postgraduate taught
Value: Up to £2,500 off tuition fees
Graduates of the University of Sheffield.
Official page
About The University of Sheffield
The University of Sheffield received its Royal Charter in 1905. It grew out of a medical school founded in 1828, Firth College and the Sheffield Technical School, and is now a member of the Russell Group of research-intensive UK universities.
Sheffield is well known for engineering, computer science and its Management School, whose MBA holds triple accreditation. It offers a wide range of one-year master's courses in data science, AI, robotics, business and finance.
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FAQs
What is the fee for Artificial Intelligence MSc at The University of Sheffield?
The tuition for international students is £36,055 a year (about ₹44 lakh). Fees usually rise each year, so check the course page before you apply.
How long is Artificial Intelligence MSc?
The course takes 1 year (full time).
What English score do I need?
IELTS 6.5 (6.0 in each component). Some universities also accept Class 12 English marks or other tests; confirm on the course page.
When can I start?
Intakes: 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.
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