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PostgraduateMA

AI, Ethics and Society

Birkbeck, University of London
London, England
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1 yearDuration
£20,850Per Year (Intl)
£11,340Home Fee
N/AContinuation Rate

Course Overview

The MA AI, Ethics and Society at Birkbeck, University of London is a postgraduate programme designed for postgraduate students passionate about designing solutions for real-world challenges. Based in London, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 1-year full-time and part-time structure. Our new MA AI, Ethics and Society gives you the opportunity to explore a broad range of critical topics essential for understanding the complex interplay between artificial intelligence and society. Why choose this course? - There is a growing demand for professionals capable both of navigating the ethical landscapes that these advancing technologies create and able to address the challenges they pose to contemporary businesses and society. - This course merges technical knowledge with philosophical and ethical insight, to prepare you to contribute positively to a world increasingly s... International tuition fees are £20,850 per year, home/UK fees are £11,340 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 100% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £38,000 within three years, and a 80% continuation rate.

What You'll Learn

Artificial Intelligence: History and Foundations
Ethical Frameworks and Applied Philosophy
AI Fairness
Bias and Accountability
Privacy
Security and Data Governance
AI and Social Impact Analysis
Law
Policy and AI Regulation
Research Methods in AI Ethics
Dissertation in AI
Ethics and Society
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

Postgraduate RequirementEntry Requirements Entry Requirements Entry Requirements Entry Requirements At least a second-class honours degree (2:2), or equivalent, in any area of study. We welcome applicants without traditional entry qualifications as we base decisions on our own

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic6.56666

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£20,850

per year

Total Course Cost (1 years)£20,850

Home Student Fee

£11,340

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.

📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA

Graduate Outcomes

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💼 Employment Breakdown

65%Working
5%Work & Study
10%Seeking Work
65%Professional Jobs
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