University
The University of WaikatoMaster of Artificial Intelligence
This course is available
On-Campus
Level of Study
Master's Degree
Duration
1 year and 6 months
Next start date
Expected Mar 2027
Campus
Hamilton Campus
Summary
Advance your career with Waikato's Master of Artificial Intelligence—gain expertise in machine learning, ethical AI, and real-world applications in just 1.5 years.
The field of artificial intelligence is expanding rapidly with widespread adoption across a variety of sectors, from healthcare to finance and beyond. As AI continues to revolutionise the world we live in, mastering these technologies prepares you for a wide range of career opportunities and helps put you in the forefront of one of the most transformative fields of our time.
As well as technical expertise, the Master of Artificial Intelligence at Waikato includes ethical considerations in the application of artificial intelligence such as bias, fairness, transparency, privacy, accountability and societal impact. This holistic approach ensures that you not only become a skilled technologist but also a responsible innovator who understands the implications of AI in our society.
The University of Waikato offers a unique learning environment where you can benefit from world-class research and teaching excellence. We are well known worldwide for our computer science research and for development of open source software such as WEKA, MOA and ADAMS, with more than 10 million downloads. The University has dedicated GPU computing facilities for AI, and it is the home of Te Ipu o te Mahara, The Artificial Intelligence Institute.
Former students of artificial intelligence at the University of Waikato are working for Apple, Google and Nvidia, and others have formed local businesses applying AI technology.
Entry criteria
For admission into the MAI, students must have:
- a relevant bachelor’s qualification as well as a B grade average or better in the 300-level papers of the degree.
- - Satisfied pre-reqs for postgraduate study in Artificial Intelligence, normally met by an undergraduate qualification in Computer Science or Artificial Intelligence.
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