Master in AI + Economics

At Cardiff University, tuition is 33,200 GBP per year.

AI + Economics MSc Program

Cardiff University offers an AI + Economics MSc. This is a 1-year master's program. The instruction language is English. The yearly tuition is 33,200 GBP.

What You Will Study

This conversion course teaches students to apply AI to economic challenges. Topics include forecasting, markets, policy, and financial systems. Students gain practical experience with AI and data science. The program covers AI models, computational techniques, and core economic theory. It also explores ethics, governance, and societal impact of AI. Students develop technical, analytical, and communication skills.

Entry Requirements

This is a conversion course, so no prior degree in the subject is needed. Applicants need a 2:2 honours degree in any subject or equivalent. Quantitative skills training is beneficial. For degrees without a quantitative component, a Year 12 or 13 Mathematics qualification is required. Professional experience may also be considered. An IELTS score of 6.5 overall with 5.5 in all subskills is needed.

Program Details

The program is full-time. It starts on 28 September 2026. Students learn from experts in Cardiff’s Data Science Academy and Cardiff Business School. The course aims to prepare graduates for careers in AI and data science sectors. It focuses on responsible and effective application of artificial intelligence.

Cardiff University, established in 1883 and located in the capital of Wales, is a research-led institution with a global reputation for high-quality, innovative scholarship. Home to more than 33,000 students, including over 9,000 international students from more than 100 countries, the university offers a vibrant, multicultural campus within a dynamic city. Teaching is informed by cutting-edge research, ensuring students learn from academic leaders who are active in advancing knowledge and addressing real-world challenges.

The university provides a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across faculties, with roughly 266 programs available that span the arts, sciences, engineering, business, and health disciplines. Cardiff emphasizes a student-centered approach, offering strong academic support, opportunities for study abroad, and industry partnerships that help students gain practical experience. Many undergraduates benefit from international exchanges and placements that enhance employability and global perspective.

Cardiff’s civic mission prioritizes community engagement, sustainability, and public good, with initiatives that contribute to regional health, wealth, and wellbeing. The campus environment supports extracurricular involvement, research internships, and student societies that enrich campus life. For international applicants seeking a research-intensive university in a welcoming capital city, Cardiff combines academic rigor, global connections, and extensive support services to help students thrive.