Master of Applied Artificial Intelligence (Professional)

Program Overview

Deakin's Master of Applied Artificial Intelligence (Professional) equips students with the skills to design and develop AI-driven software solutions. The program includes core studies in AI technologies, deep learning, and reinforcement learning, as well as a specialization or elective units. Graduates are prepared for careers as Data Scientists, AI Technology Software Engineers, AI Product Managers, and AI Ethicists.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

• Artificial intelligence (AI) is driving digital disruption, with new technology helping redefine many industries.
• Many companies are looking to take advantage of recent advances in AI, which is creating a large demand for skilled professionals.
• Deakin’s Master of Applied Artificial Intelligence (Professional) equips you with the specialist knowledge and skills necessary to design and develop cutting-edge software solutions that harness the latest advances in AI.
• The Master of Applied Artificial Intelligence (Professional) extends the Master of Applied Artificial Intelligence by providing you with the opportunity to undertake industry-based learning or engage in an in-depth research project under the supervision of our internationally recognized research staff.
• Ready to drive digital disruption and harness the power of AI?
As an AI specialist, you will work alongside software engineers, data scientists, application developers and business analysts, applying your knowledge to ensure AI is appropriately integrated into software solutions from a technical and human perspective.
• You will gain hands-on experience in the development of software solutions and the use and development of AI.
• Our world-leading research in AI feeds directly into our classrooms, meaning that you will be learning at the cutting edge of industry expectations and capabilities.
• This degree develops your understanding of the AI technologies, deep learning, reinforcement learning and the application of these algorithms in computer vision and speech processing.
• As a graduate you will be well-equipped to work on design, development and operation of AI-driven software solutions.

Outline:

• Part A: Core Applied Artificial Intelligence Studies (8 credit points)
• Part B: Specialisation (4 credit points) or Level 7 SIT or MIS elective units (4 credit points)

Careers:

• Graduates will have the specialist knowledge needed to operate as Data Scientists, AI Technology Software Engineers, AI Product Managers, AI Ethicist and grow into roles such as AI Architect.