MSc Artificial Intelligence (AI) for Medicine and Medical Research

at University College Dublin

The programme is divided into (i) introductory modules (eight mandatory modules and seven optional modules) leading to a graduate diploma (60 ECTS); and (ii) three advanced modules leading to a Master of Science, Medicine degree (90 ECTS). 
 

The introductory modules aim to familiarise students with the basic concepts of biology and medicine through examples and the analysis of relevant data sets. The advanced modules will focus on AI applications and include project work.
 

Stage 1 - Core
 

• Biological Principles and Cellular Organisation

  ANAT40040

• Machine Learning (Blended Delivery)

  COMP47460

• AI for Personalised Medicine

  MEIN40330

• AI & Digital Pathology: Theory & Practice

  PATH40050

• Precision Oncology

  PATH40060

• High Throughput Technologies

  PATH40080

• AI For Medical Image Analysis

  RDGY41710
   

  Stage 1 - Option
   

• Bioinformatics

  COMP40400

• Data Science in Python

  COMP41680

• Advanced Machine Learning

  COMP47590

• Deep Learning

  COMP47650

• Information Ethics

  IS41020

• Medical Research Design, Regulations & Ethics

  MDCS42240

• Professional Skills and Career Development

  MDSA40280

• Drug Discovery and Development I

  PHAR40050

• Intro to Genetic Epidemiology

  PHPS40880

• Clin Info and Decision Support

  PHPS41040

• Introduction to Biostatistics

  PHPS41150

• Statistics for Human Genomics

  PHPS41180

• Data Programming with R

  STAT40620

• Data Prog with Python (online)

  STAT40800

The programme is aimed at computer scientists, data scientists, mathematicians and statisticians. 
 

Entry requirements are a Bachelor’s degree (min 2H2), good computing skills, basic programming skills, and a solid foundation in statistics and mathematics.
 

If English is not the applicant’s native language, unless the primary degree was read through English medium in an English-speaking country, an English language qualification is required. English language qualifications include a minimum score of 6.5, overall, in the International English Language Testing System (IELTS). Other evidence of proficiency in English may be accepted such as the Cambridge Certificate, TOEFL or Pearson’s Test of English, as per the standard UCD requirements

The cost of studying at University College Dublin varies largely depending on the type of university and the degree chosen. More often than not, humanities, arts, and education courses are less expensive than degrees in medical, engineering, or management. Furthermore, students who choose to study at the postgraduate level typically pay higher tuition fees, which again vary depending on the programme chosen.

Most universities provide scholarships or financial aid to students in order to help them offset their tuition costs. Students should be aware that additional course fees and incidental expenses may not be included in tuition. On average, international students can expect to pay €24960 annually, to study in University College Dublin.