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Postgraduate Certificate in Artificial Intelligence

This course is available

On-Campus

Level of Study

Postgraduate Certificate or Diploma

Duration

6 months

Next start date

Expected Feb 2027

Campus

Main Campus

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Summary

The Postgraduate Certificate in Artificial Intelligence (PGCertAI) at UC will further prepare your computing skills for industry as AI continues to be adopted into everyday systems across almost every industry.

What will my study involve?
  • Artificial intelligence courses covering foundational skills in the complex topics of AI machine learning, computer vision, and more.
  • Develop workplace skills to collaborate with both technical experts and non-technical clients seeking AI solutions.
Subjects and Courses
  • COSC401 Machine Learning
  • COSC440 Deep Learning
  • PHIL425 Ethics of Artificial Intelligence
  • COSC420 Intelligent Tutoring Systems OR COSC428 Computer Vision
  • One course from DATA420, DATA423-425, DATA430-439
  • COSC420 Intelligent Tutoring Systems
  • COSC428 Computer Vision
  • INFO621 Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Business
  • INFO634 Data Analytics and Business Intelligence
  • Computer Science 400-level courses (except for COSC470, COSC475, COSC476, COSC480, COSC486)
  • Software Engineering 400-level courses (except for SENG402)

Entry criteria

To qualify for entry to the PGCertAI, you will need to have previously completed a bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field.

You will need to have a B- Grade Average in 60 points of 300-level courses from COSC/SENG/ENCE/DATA301, or have at least 5 years of practical, professional, or academic experience in a relevant field.

If English is not your first language, you are also required to meet UC's Postgraduate language requirements. See how to provide your English language evidence to UC. If you need help meeting these requirements, or would like to practise your English skills before studying, UC offers English for Academic Purposes (EAP) language programmes.

For the full entry requirements, see the Regulations for the Postgraduate Certificate in Artificial Intelligence or use the admission requirements checker.

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