Please note: This page is aimed at prospective students. Are you already a student at Radboud University? You can find your current study programme in the Course catalogue.
Courses
The course overview is an indication of the study programme of the academic year 2026-2027.
About this study curriculum
The Master's specialisation Intelligent Technology has a total load of 120 EC. The structure of your programme is as follows:
- Compulsory courses (18 EC)
- Specialisation courses (12 EC)
- Track courses (27 EC)
- Free electives (18 EC)
- Internship (15 EC) + Research Project (30 EC)
OR - Extended research project (45 EC)
You have the freedom to decide how you will divide this coursework over two years. Students often choose to devote the first year mainly to compulsory courses and (free) electives, so that in the second year they can work mainly on their research and thesis.
Provisional overview for prospective students
This overview provides an indication of the study programme of the academic year 2026-2027 and is aimed at prospective students. It is subject to change and no rights may be derived from it.
Common compulsory courses for all AI Master's students
Total number EC: 15 EC- P1
- P2
- P1
- P2
- P4
Choose 1 out of 2 courses
Total number EC: 3 EC- P4
- P4
Specialisation courses
Total number EC: 12 EC- P1
- P1
- P2
- P2
- P1
- P2
- P3
- P4
- P1
- P2
- P3
- P4
- P2
- P3
- P4
- P2
- P3
- P4
You can either choose:
- Research Project (30 EC) + internship (15 EC)
OR - Extended Research Project (45 EC)
Tracks
In the Machine Learning track, you will develop deep technical expertise in core AI technologies, including deep learning, diffusion models, large language models, and scientific machine learning. You will also explore how these methods are applied in real-world domains such as the natural sciences, healthcare, and industry. Your Master’s thesis will give you the opportunity to contribute to the state of the art, either through theoretical or applied research, by working on academic projects with the department or in collaboration with our industrial partners.
Compulsory courses for the track Machine Learning
Total number EC: 27 EC- P1
- P2
- P2
- P3
- P4
- P3
- P4
- P3
- P4
In the Neural Computing track, you will focus on the development of brain-inspired technologies that offer efficient, flexible alternatives to conventional AI. Key topics include:
- Neuromorphic Systems – energy-efficient, brain-like architectures designed to match the flexibility and power efficiency of biological systems
- Brain-Computer Interfaces – technologies that bridge biological and artificial systems, enabling new forms of human-computer interaction and clinical applications for brain disorders
You’ll gain interdisciplinary knowledge spanning computational neuroscience, control theory, electrical engineering, and edge computing. In your thesis, you’ll apply this knowledge by developing your own neural-inspired systems — advancing both our understanding of the brain and the future of intelligent technology.
Compulsory courses for the track Neural Computing
Total number EC: 27 EC- P1
- P2
- P3
- P3
- P4
- P3
- P4
- P3
- P4