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Learn how Artificial Intelligence (AI) can have a transformative effect on biomedicine and healthcare, through this unique interdisciplinary programme.
About this programme
This MSc programme provides foundational AI training with a focus on the biomedical and healthcare applications of AI, enabling you to become a rigorous AI practitioner. The degree will give you fundamental skills and knowledge to make a difference within interdisciplinary biomedical and healthcare environments.
Our one-of-a-kind learning environment brings possibilities for future employment and entrepreneurial opportunities in AI within the biomedicine and healthcare sectors. From accurate diagnosis and treatment of diseases to drug discovery and healthcare resource allocation, AI is transforming the delivery of curative and preventative medicine worldwide.
Why study this programme?
This programme offers you the following benefits and opportunities:
- Recognition from a top-ranked university: UCL is consistently ranked among the best universities globally (ranked 9th in the QS World University Rankings 2025), providing you with a prestigious qualification that is highly regarded by employers worldwide. UCL was also named The Times and Sunday Times University of the Year 2024.
- High-quality education from leading experts: Learn from world-renowned academics who are at the forefront of computer science and AI innovation. UCL Computer Science is recognised for its research excellence, ranked first in England and second in the UK for research power in Computer Science and Informatics in the most recent Research Excellence Framework (REF 2021).
- Practical experience: Work on a dissertation project with an industry partner, applying your AI skills to solve a real-world problem in biomedicine or healthcare.
- Ethical AI expertise: Engage in the growing conversation on the ethics and social responsibility of AI, helping to shape the future of the field.
- Academic, NGOs and industry connections: Leverage UCL’s strong links with organisations like UNESCO, the NHS, Google, and innovative start-ups, gaining real-world problem-solving experiences and industry insights.
- Enhanced research skills: The programme’s research components will develop your analytical and problem-solving abilities, preparing you for potential doctoral studies or research-intensive roles in industry.
Modules
Compulsory modules
- Foundations of Artificial Intelligence
- Probabilistic Modelling
- MSc Artificial Intelligence for Biomedicine and Healthcare Project
- Deep Representations and Learning
- Artificial Intelligence for Biomedicine and Healthcare
- Applied Artificial Intelligence
- Artificial Intelligence for Domain-Specific Applications Project Preparation
Optional modules may include:
- Bioinformatics
- Information Retrieval and Data Mining
- Statistical Natural Language Processing
- Computational Modelling for Biomedical Imaging
- Auditory Computing
- Accountable, Transparent, and Responsible Artificial Intelligence
Please note that the list of modules given here is indicative. This information is published a long time in advance of enrolment, and module content and availability are subject to change.
Who is the programme for?
Entry requirements
This programme is for you if:
- you have a minimum of an upper second-class UK Bachelor's degree (or an international qualification of an equivalent standard) in a highly quantitative subject such as computer science, physical sciences, life sciences, mathematics, or engineering. Relevant work experience may also be considered.
- Additionally, you should be comfortable with undergraduate mathematics in areas such as linear algebra and calculus. Evidence should be included within the application to demonstrate suitable mathematical skills (to at least A Level Mathematics standard), analytical skills, and programming experience in a procedural language.
Employability
As a graduate of the Artificial Intelligence for Biomedicine and Healthcare MSc, you will bring a range of relevant skills and knowledge to future employers, with the ability to work as a high-level AI practitioner within multi-skilled teams.
With the ability to blend foundational technological know-how with a critical mindset and applying it to the complexities of the medical world, you will graduate with a set of skills that are essential to maintaining the health and wellbeing of the population.
Career destinations
The integration of AI into healthcare is creating new roles and expanding the need for specialists who can bridge the gap between technology and clinical practice.
With the skills acquired from this programme, you’ll be well-positioned to pursue a variety of career paths, including AI development, data science, healthcare innovation, and AI-driven biomedical research.
Register below to receive further information.
To see full information about this programme, including its structure, detailed module descriptions, fees and funding, full entry requirements and more, please visit the UCL Graduate Prospectus