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Edinburgh Napier University

Edinburgh, ScotlandReviewed 22 October 2026

Edinburgh Napier's Artificial Intelligence and Data Science MSc uses practical data engineering, machine learning and project work.

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Edinburgh Napier's Artificial Intelligence and Data Science MSc uses practical data engineering, machine learning and project work. In-person teaching takes place at Merchiston Campus.

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  1. MSc Artificial Intelligence and Data Science — full-time
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Academic eligibility

  • A 2:2 honours degree or accepted equivalent, with at least 30% computing-related modules.
  • Applicants without that module share may be considered with two years of programming/computing work experience; non-standard applicants can be interviewed.

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Language requirements

  • The university's normal taught-postgraduate minimum is IELTS Academic 6.0 overall, every component at least 5.5, or an approved equivalent.
  • Some offers require a UKVI SELT; follow the specific offer conditions.

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Study intakes

  • The reviewed full-time programme advertises a January 2027 start and one-year duration.

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Application deadlines

  • The current postgraduate timing guidance directs applicants to course-specific deadlines and encourages early applications.
  • No fixed closing date was present in the reviewed programme overview; confirm remaining places and international CAS timing before making arrangements.

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International tuition

  • For academic year 2026/27, the one-year MSc lists overseas/EU tuition of £22,290 GBP.
  • The 2027/28 fee is marked to be announced.
  • Living costs are additional; do not assume a later year's tuition will remain unchanged.

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Scholarships & funding

  • For January 2027, eligible self-funded offer holders living in India, Bangladesh, Nepal or Sri Lanka may receive the limited South Asia Scholarship: £3,000 for a one-year taught postgraduate course.
  • Awards depend on availability and deposit payment; other scholarship or partner-discount recipients are excluded.

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What can international students study at Edinburgh Napier University?

Selected programme options include MSc Artificial Intelligence and Data Science — full-time. These are selected examples, not the full catalogue. Availability, campus, mode of study and teaching language must be checked for your intake.

What are the entry requirements for Edinburgh Napier University?

A 2:2 honours degree or accepted equivalent, with at least 30% computing-related modules. Applicants without that module share may be considered with two years of programming/computing work experience; non-standard applicants can be interviewed. The university's normal taught-postgraduate minimum is IELTS Academic 6.0 overall, every component at least 5.5, or an approved equivalent. Some offers require a UKVI SELT; follow the specific offer conditions.

How much are international tuition fees at Edinburgh Napier University?

For academic year 2026/27, the one-year MSc lists overseas/EU tuition of £22,290 GBP. The 2027/28 fee is marked to be announced. Living costs are additional; do not assume a later year's tuition will remain unchanged. Fees are not a university-wide average. Confirm the exact course, fee year, currency, deposit, extra charges and refund conditions before paying.

When is the application deadline for Edinburgh Napier University?

The current postgraduate timing guidance directs applicants to course-specific deadlines and encourages early applications. No fixed closing date was present in the reviewed programme overview; confirm remaining places and international CAS timing before making arrangements. The reviewed full-time programme advertises a January 2027 start and one-year duration. A semester start date is not an application closing date. Check scholarship and visa timelines separately.

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