OtaMaster of Science (Applied) in Artificial IntelligenceUniversity of Otago · Dunedin, New Zealand

Program Overview

Dates and tuition are specific to the 2027 intake

Please check the official program website (link below) for specific writing guidelines

Personal statement

Reasons for applying and preparation for the programme.

CV or resume

Up-to-date CV outlining education and experience.

Academic transcripts

From all universities attended; certified English translation if needed.

Academic: Bachelor's degree with B average (Otago equivalent); Average grade of at least B in the relevant 300-level papers; or PGCert/PGDip Applied Science with B average; or equivalent. Calendar regulations for MAppSc / MSc(Applied).
Prerequisites: Relevant academic background; Open to graduates from any discipline; applicants without a computing background typically begin in Semester 2. Formerly Master of Applied Science (MAppSc) in Artificial Intelligence.
IELTS: 6.5 overall (6.0 each component); University postgraduate minimum. Required if prior study was not in English.
TOEFL: New scale: 4.5 overall (writing 4.5) | Old scale: 90 overall (writing 21); Postgraduate minimum. New scale applies to tests from 21 Jan 2026.; Postgraduate minimum. Old scale applies to tests before 21 Jan 2026.

Historical admission data is not published.