Overview

The Master of Science in Engineering Artificial Intelligence program from Carnegie Mellon University Africa intersects with specific engineering disciplines but more importantly cuts across important problems in areas such as transportation, building systems, manufacturing, energy, agriculture, security, health, and climate.

Students learn to combine a foundation in artificial intelligence, machine learning, and data science with their engineering, information technology, and software skills through theoretical and practical hands-on study of real-world applications.

Mandatory New Student Foundation Program

Before their first semester, prospective students who are accepted into the program must attend a New Student Foundation Program in July and August.The New Student Foundation Program includes:

Seminars
Discussions and assignments
Common procedures

Tools and methods used in the master's program

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Mathematical Fundamentals

Introduction to Artificial Intelligence

Introduction to Machine Learning

Data Analytics

Advanced Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning

EAI System Designs

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 16 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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79

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IELTS

6.5

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Kigali, Rwanda

Disciplines

General Engineering & Technology Artificial Intelligence

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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79

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

You will need these documents to fill out our written application:

Unofficial transcript: You do not need a notarized official transcript from your university to apply. If you are in your final year of study toward a bachelor’s degree, please upload your unofficial transcripts up until the most recent semester. Upon admission to our programs, you will be requested to bring your official transcript to verify your credentials.
Essay or statement of purpose: the Master of Science in Engineering Artificial Intelligence programs require you to answer three short essay questions (with an optional fourth question), submitted through your application portal. The maximum word count for each essay is 300 words.
An up-to-date CV
Recommendations: Upload the contact information of three individuals who can provide the application team with a recommendation for you.
Upload a valid ID or passport

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

60300 USD / year

≈ 60300 USD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

16000 USD / year

≈ 16000 USD / year

Living costs

Kigali

Rwanda

439300 - 614299 RWF / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Overview

Mandatory New Student Foundation Program

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Living costs

Kigali

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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