Artificial intelligence (AI) is increasingly revolutionising various societal sectors, presenting us with the urgent task of designing these systems responsibly. Consequently, the demand for highly qualified professionals who can operate at the intersections of computer science, sustainability and ethics is steadily rising.
Our master degree programme in Engineering Responsible AI Systems has been developed to meet these exact needs. The innovative degree programme prepares you for complex challenges in AI development, emphasising ethical, regulatory, and sustainable principles. You will gain the skills needed to develop and evaluate AI systems for various industries and to professionally implement sustainable solutions.
*Subject to approval by AQ Austria
Degree
Master of Science in Engineering
Organisational form
part-time / 4 semesters / 120 ECTS
Language
English
Study fee
363.36 EUR
Important dates
Admission days
- 20.02.2025
- 20.03.2025
- 08.04.2025
- 25.04.2025
- 06.05.2025
- 16.05.2025
- 26.05.2025
- 18.06.2025
- 11.07.2025
15.05.2025
15.04.2025
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A formula for success: theoretical knowledge + practical experience
The programme is built on three pillars.
Semesters 1& 2
The technical foundations of AI systems
In the first two semesters, you will learn how to build responsible AI systems that are resource-efficient, robust, scalable, and secure. This includes a deep understanding of machine learning, statistics, software engineering, and knowledge representation.
You will also explore how AI impacts and enhances sustainability, applying your knowledge in practice by developing prototypes and conducting evaluations using real-world data.
Semester 3
Responsible AI applications and their implications
In the third semester, the focus shifts to real-world applications of responsible AI systems in areas such as healthcare, the circular economy, and sustainability.
You will dive deep into Human-centered and Explainable AI, and explore in detail the societal implications of AI systems, including fairness, trustworthiness, and robustness.
Semester 4
The master thesis, entrepreneurship and regulations
The master thesis is the focus of the final semester. Here, you will apply everything you have learned to advance the field of Responsible AI.
Additionally, you will gain valuable skills in entrepreneurship as well as AI compliance and regulations. Upon completion of your final examination, both industry and academic (PhD) positions will be available to you.
In our programme, you will acquire comprehensive knowledge to understand AI systems and tackle technical, ethical, and environmental challenges.
Here is an overview of the key topics.
Application and admission
Is our degree programme just what you’re looking for? Here are your next steps!
We’ve put together all the relevant information for you.
What are the admission requirements for master programmes?
To qualify for a master programme, you must have completed a bachelor degree – with a workload of at least 180 ECTS and lasting at least six semesters – in a related subject, or hold an equivalent degree from a recognised Austrian or foreign higher education institution.
If your undergraduate studies are not sufficiently relevant, for instance if you’ve completed a degree in an unrelated subject, your qualifications will be assessed after we have received your completed application.
What language skills are required for this English language master degree programme?
Your English language skills will be assessed during your admission interview. No additional proof is required.
Important
Do you still need to complete your military or alternative service? If you’re a male Austrian citizen, we strongly recommend completing your compulsory national service before beginning your studies. This will allow you to finish your degree with no interruptions and start your career without delay afterwards.
Everything revolves around the students on our master degree programmes. That’s why we’d like to get to know you personally.
As part of the online application you will have to write a statement of motivation. Predefined questions about your motivation can be found in the online application. In your answers, which have to be entered in the provided input fields of the online application, you deal with the questions and explain your motivation to study the selected master degree programme
Your statement of motivation and your CV (curriculum vitae) form the basis for your application interview. The admission interview is a one-to-one interview, usually with the degree programme director.
In addition to getting to know you personally, your motives for the master degree programme will be discussed, as well as your professional background and the skillset you have acquired so far. Special attention will be paid to your previous academic and professional experience, your methodological and language skills and your general suitability with regard to your intended master degree programme.
The application interview is held in the language of instruction of the degree programme and can take place online via Microsoft Teams or in presence.
What are the dates for the interview?
There are usually a selection of dates to choose from, with quotas allocated for each date. You can select a date and time slot during the online registration process. We therefore recommend that you complete your application in good time so that you can benefit from the full selection of dates.
Once you have successfully completed your online application, it will be checked for completeness and accuracy. As soon as this process is finished, we will inform you via email and confirm your admission date.
Admission interview
- 20.02.2025
- 20.03.2025
- 08.04.2025
- 25.04.2025
- 06.05.2025
- 16.05.2025
- 26.05.2025
- 18.06.2025
- 11.07.2025
Application deadline for EU nationals | 15/05/2025 |
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Application deadline for non-EU nationals | 15/04/2025 |