Master in Artificial Intelligence Engineering

This is your master’s degree. 

 
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming entire sectors of the economy and creating new opportunities in areas such as mobility, banking, insurance, and retail. With global growth exceeding 37% per year, AI is one of the most dynamic and valued technological fields, having a strong impact on the creation of start-ups, spin-offs, and new business models. 

If you want to be at the forefront of this technological revolution, develop intelligent solutions, and join highly innovative teams, Artificial Intelligence is the master’s degree for you. 

 

What does this master’s degree give you? 

  • You attend the first master’s program in Portugal titled Artificial Intelligence, covering the main domains of the field. 

  • You join an area of excellence at ISEP/P.PORTO, connected to GECAD, an R&D group rated “Excellent” by FCT, and to the first PhD in AI and Intelligent Systems in Portugal (DIAESI). 

  • You learn through an updated curriculum covering current and emerging topics such as Generative AI, LLMs, Agents, Robotics, Deep Learning, Natural Language Processing, Computer Vision, IoT, and AI Ethics. 

  • You develop skills through an innovative methodology – Challenge-Based Learning (CBL) – solving real-world challenges in teams. 

  • You have the opportunity to carry out a project, thesis, or internship in national and international companies or research groups. 

  • You gain access to a highly valued job market, with some of the best-paid positions nationally and internationally. 

 

Duration:
2 years / 4 semesters
Credits:
120 ECTS

 

 

Legal Registration

A3ES Registration Code

ACEF/2425/1900122
Begin: 2025-07-31
End: 2031-07-31

DGES Reg. Code

R/A-CR 22/2020/AL02

What areas can you work in? 

  • Data Science and Big Data; 

  • Intelligent and Decision Support Systems; 

  • Business Intelligence; 

  • Human–AI System Interaction; 

  • Machine Learning; 

  • Computer Vision and Robotics; 

  • Business Intelligence and Knowledge Management; 

  • Research and Teaching. 

 

What if you want to continue studying? 

Doctoral Program in Artificial Intelligence and Intelligent Systems Engineering 

  • “I chose this master’s degree due to the reputation and credibility of ISEP, as well as the conviction of the growing importance of Artificial Intelligence in all sectors of society. The master’s degree exceeded my expectations, both for the curricular content as well as for the pedagogical methodology, which allowed the development of multidisciplinary projects with autonomy, while encouraging teamwork.”

    Abel Ferreira

  • “The Master’s Degree in Artificial Intelligence Engineering at ISEP played a decisive role in my career. It is a master’s degree with an excellent balance between theory and practice, teamwork, ethics, and innovation. At the time of the thesis, I was able to apply the knowledge acquired in the product in which I worked — Process Mining — which later led me to take over, by CTW, the leadership of a new BMW product, focused on optimizing business processes with AI.”

    Eduardo Silva

  • “I attended the master’s while working as a researcher at GECAD, and I was always able to reconcile the professional rhythm with the academic thanks to the unique structure of the course. The quarter-based model, with two curricular units at a time, allowed me to deepen each theme in a more focused, organized, and flexible way. The master has given me solid bases that I apply daily at ADECI, the start-up of which I am the founder, and which is transforming the restoration sector through intelligent predictions.”

    Hélder Pereira

  • “Studying at MEIA was an unparalleled experience, as I had contact with the main subjects of Artificial Intelligence (IA) guided by teachers with notorious experience and expertise in projects in the area. Still in this context, my final coursework, an intelligent solution aimed at supporting Financial Audits for the Government of Brazil, yielded many fruits, and was also presented at two international conferences, also generating publications in book chapters. Today, with the completed course, my diploma was recognized in Brazil by the Federal University of Goiás, allowing me to work professionally in various ways in Brazil.”

    Heloisa Guimarães Coelho

Can I apply? 

You can apply for the master’s programme if you: 

  • Hold a bachelor’s degree or legal equivalent. 

  • Are in the final year of a bachelor’s degree, applying on a conditional basis, and provide proof of completion by the last day of enrolment for the phase in which they applied, under penalty of exclusion. 

  • Hold a foreign higher education degree awarded after a first cycle of studies organised according to the Bologna Process by a signatory country. 

 

If you need the recognition by ISEP’s Scientific and Technical Council (CTC), you must request it in advance. Please contact the Academic Division or the programme director (contact available on the course webpage, right sidebar) for guidance. 

It is also possible to request degree recognition through DGES: https://www.dges.gov.pt/en/pagina/degree-and-diploma-recognition. 

 

When can I apply? 

1st phase – From 03 June to 06 July of 2026

Vacancies are listed in the Public Notice (EN)

Addendum I | Addendum III

2nd phase – From 1 to 31 August of 2026

Vacancy List

3rd phase – 28 September to 7 October of 2026

Vacancy List

 

The second and third phases open depending on the availability of vacancies resulting from the previous phases. 

After the deadline for a phase has passed, the dates and public documents shared on this page serve only as informational reference for any future applications. 

 

How can I apply? 

  • Select the “APPLICATIONS” button below – the button is active only during application periods.  

  • If you don't have an access key, click "GET ACCESS KEY"; if you have an access key, click "ACCESS".  

  • If you have questions about filling out the online form, you can clarify them by email to the Academic Division or to the master's direction (contacts on this page, right sidebar).