Program Overview

Graduate Certificate in Applied Artificial Intelligence

The Graduate Certificate in Applied Artificial Intelligence is a postgraduate program designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to apply artificial intelligence and data analytics in a business context. This online program allows students to work with dynamic tools and techniques used in artificial intelligence and data analytics, with relevant, real-world case studies that enable them to predict future trends, detect issues, create solutions, and efficiencies within business applications.

Key Information

• Study Mode and Sessions: Online, with sessions starting in March and July.
• Duration: Minimum time - 0.5 year(s), Maximum time - 1 year(s).
• Entry Score: TBA.
• Indicative Fees:
  • International online: Full fee - $17,320.00, Per 8pt subject - $4,330.
• Course Points and Codes: Credit Points: 32, AQF: Level 8.

Why Study with Us?

• Make use of cutting-edge technologies and processes.
• Study artificial intelligence online with flexibility, connecting digitally with academics and peers.
• Become a lifelong learner, with the option to continue studies further in the Master of Information Technology (with specialisations) program.

Career Opportunities

Upon completing the Graduate Certificate in Applied Artificial Intelligence, students will have various career opportunities, including:

• AI Engineer: Building AI models and algorithms to solve complex analytical problems.
• Data Scientist: Probing big data to find patterns and relationships, then transforming the information into actionable insights and intelligence.
• Machine Learning Engineer: Developing software for predictive model automation.

What You Will Study

The program consists of an essential set of subjects (32 points) and a restricted elective (8 points). Core subjects include:

• Programming Principles (8 credit points)
• Artificial Intelligence for Business Applications (8 credit points)
• Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (8 credit points)

Restricted electives include:

• Data Mining and Visualisation for Business Intelligence (8 credit points)
• Internet of Things (8 credit points)
• Cloud Computing (8 credit points)
• Foundations of Big Data Analytics (8 credit points)
• Data and Knowledge Engineering (8 credit points)

Costs

• Calculate My Fee: The fee calculator is available to estimate the course fee based on the student type, commence year, study mode, location, and fee type.
• Course Fees:
  • A fee-paying student will pay a tuition fee for each subject in the course without the Australian government contributing any financial support to the university.
  • Eligible students can defer their fees through FEE-HELP.
• Payment Options:
  • Pay all of your student contribution up front direct to the university.
  • Pay part of your student contribution to the university and defer the balance via a HECS-HELP loan through the Australian Government (if eligible).
  • Defer all of your student contribution via a HECS-HELP loan through the Australian Government (if eligible).

Entry Requirements

To be eligible for admission, applicants will need:

• A completed Bachelor degree or higher qualification from a recognised Australian tertiary institution (or equivalent).
• OR
• Two years relevant work experience.

Credit and Pathways

If you’ve completed relevant tertiary study, or work experience related to your course, you could receive credit towards your degree.

Scholarships

We have scholarships and grants, totalling over $11 million annually, covering various areas such as academic performance, volunteering, sports achievements, community service, specific courses, on-campus living, and individuals in unique circumstances.

How to Apply

Applying to Charles Sturt University is easy. Choose how you want to apply, or get in touch with Charles Sturt University and we can help you with your application.

Related Courses

Other courses that you might be interested in:

• Bachelor of Computer Science
• Bachelor of Information Technology
• Graduate Certificate in Applied Data Science
• Graduate Certificate in Business Administration (Computing)
• Graduate Certificate in Computing (Career Transition)
• Master of Cloud Computing and Virtualisation

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