Master's in Artificial Intelligence

The Master of Science in Artificial Intelligence (MSA) program is one of the first graduate programs specializing in AI in Saudi Arabia. It is designed to provide students with comprehensive knowledge in the field of artificial intelligence. This professional graduate program prepares students to compete for highly sought-after jobs in the AI industry. The program is project-based, enabling students to apply the concepts learned in core courses to a project during the final two semesters.

Program Objectives

The program aims to:

• Graduates will gain a deep understanding of fundamental AI concepts, algorithms, and programming techniques.
• They will be able to effectively apply AI methodologies and tools to solve real-world problems across various fields.
• They will be prepared to understand the ethical implications of AI and its impact on society.
• They will be ready to contribute to the advancement of AI through innovative research and the development of new solutions.
• They will acquire the professional skills and leadership qualities necessary to excel in their AI careers and meet the needs of society.

Program Details

• Location: تبوك (Tabuk)
• Study Mode: حضوري (On-campus)
• Duration Semesters: 4
• Total Credit Hours: 46
• Total Study Cost: برنامج مدفوع (Paid program)

Curriculum Plan

The curriculum focuses on developing a deep understanding and acquiring knowledge of the latest technologies in AI, machine learning, deep learning, robotics, fuzzy logic, and data science, and applying these technologies to autonomous driving and computer vision.

1st Semester

• Fundamentals of Artificial Intelligence (CSC601) - 3 credits
• Advanced Mathematical Methods for AI (CSC602) - 3 credits
• Advanced AI Programming and Frameworks (CSC605) - 3 credits
• Research Methods (CSC608) - 3 credits Total: 12 credits

2nd Semester

• Machine Learning (CSC603) - 3 credits
• Computer Vision (CSC606) - 3 credits
• Robotics and Embedded Systems (CSC609) - 3 credits
• Fuzzy Logic Systems (CSC607) - 3 credits Total: 12 credits

Summer Semester

• Internship (CSC699) - 3 credits Total: 3 credits

3rd Semester

• Neural Networks and Deep Learning (CSC604) - 3 credits
• Advanced Robotics (CSC610) - 3 credits
• Research Project 1 (CSC624) - 4 credits Total: 10 credits

4th Semester

• Introduction to Data Science (CSC611) - 3 credits
• Elective Course - 3 credits
• Research Project 2 (CSC625) - 4 credits Total: 10 credits

Elective Courses

• Natural Language Processing (CSC612) - 3 credits
• Information Retrieval (CSC613) - 3 credits
• Big Data (CSC614) - 3 credits
• Bioinformatics (CSC615) - 3 credits
• Self-driving Vehicles (CSC616) - 3 credits
• Data Mining (CSC617) - 3 credits
• Parallel Computing (CSC618) - 3 credits
• Quantum Artificial Intelligence (CSC619) - 3 credits
• Smart Space and IoT (CSC620) - 3 credits
• AI for Wearable and Healthcare (CSC621) - 3 credits
• Selected topics in AI (CSC622) - 3 credits

Career Fields

The Master's program in Artificial Intelligence can open up many exciting career opportunities in several fields, including:

• Software Development
• Robotics
• Computer Vision
• Natural Language Processing
• Data Analysis and Prediction
• Cybersecurity
• Healthcare Sector
• Autonomous Vehicle Technology
• Academic Research
• Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality

These fields offer diverse opportunities to leverage AI skills to improve performance and develop future technologies.

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