Program Overview

Program Overview

La Trobe University's online Master of Artificial Intelligence course is designed to equip students with the knowledge, skills, and experience needed to step into AI roles with confidence. The program focuses on industry-focused specializations, allowing graduates to gain real-world experience and become career-ready.

Course Benefits

• Career-ready: Learn the skills needed for today's AI positions.
• Industry-focused: Microsoft certification skills are infused into the curriculum with applied AI, machine learning, and NLP knowledge.
• Hands-on: Use the same skills and technologies professionals rely on every day.

Program Structure

The online Master of Artificial Intelligence prepares students from any academic or professional background with the knowledge, skills, and experience they need to succeed in AI roles. The course structure includes:

• 12-16 subjects
• 180-240 credit points
• Completion options:
  • Industry-based learning: Complete part of your learning through your workplace or at another organisation.
  • Project-based learning: Use La Trobe's extensive network to complete a real-world project with one of our partner organisations.
  • Research-based learning: Complete industry research that adds to the sector.

Course Highlights

• CSE5ML Machine Learning
• CSE4002 Artificial Intelligence Fundamentals
• CSE4DBF Database Fundamentals
• CSE5CV Computer Vision

Entry Requirements

To enrol in La Trobe's online Master of Artificial Intelligence course, you'll need:

• Successful completion of an Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent).
• Transcripts from all prior universities.

Tuition Fees and Fee HELP

• $4,150 per subject
• 12-16 subjects
• Scholarships available
• Fees are correct at the time of publishing and are subject to change.

Course Outcomes

When you graduate from La Trobe's online Master of Artificial Intelligence course, you're ready for roles in this rapidly growing sector with advanced skills, knowledge, and hands-on experience employers look for. You'll know how to:

• Problem-solve with AI: Use research skills and deep learning algorithms to develop AI-based solutions to real-world problems.
• Improve human and computer communication: Develop natural language processing (NLP) pipelines using code libraries to boost communication output.
• Design, research, and investigate: Learn how to address design issues using machine learning models, algorithms, and computer vision tasks.
• Use deep learning techniques and AI: Use deep learning techniques to aid AI functions such as image recognition, machine translation, and speech synthesis.
• Understand the social and ethical impact of AI: Gain an understanding of the moral and societal issues in the IT industry and the impact of how AI is used.

Graduate Certificate and Diploma Options

Two early exit points mean that every stage of your degree equips you for your future career. Exit after six months with a Graduate Certificate in Information Technology Fundamentals or exit after one year with a Graduate Diploma in Artificial Intelligence.

Your Teachers

Learn from experienced researchers and practitioners who can guide you through real-life examples and provide industry insights. They'll provide expert guidance in the online Master of Artificial Intelligence, so you can take on in-demand roles with confidence.

Professor Henry Duh

Professor Henry Duh is the head of the Computer Science and Information Technology department. He holds advanced degrees in psychology, industrial design, and engineering and focused his postdoctoral training on a virtual reality project in the NASA-Johnson Space Centre.

What's it Like to Learn Online?

As an online student, you'll work with the same accomplished teachers who deliver our on-campus subjects. You'll receive one-on-one support and benefit from the same opportunities as our students on campus. However, you'll get to learn where and when it's most convenient for you.

Study Assist

La Trobe online courses are eligible for FEE-HELP for domestic students. Speak with an enrolment adviser to discover what's available to help you pay for your course.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Are there any miscellaneous fees associated with the online Master of Artificial Intelligence?
  • Tuition fees do not include health insurance or living expenses such as food, accommodation, transport, medical costs, personal expenses, and other fees you might incur.
• Do I have to pick a specialisation in the online Master of Artificial Intelligence?
  • Yes, you'll choose a specialisation stream, either a Thesis, Project, or Industry-based learning.
• Does the online Master of Artificial Intelligence accept recognition of prior learning?
  • If you've completed previous study, you may qualify to reduce the number of required subjects to complete your course, so you graduate sooner and spend less.
• Does the online Master of Artificial Intelligence have a full-time option?
  • La Trobe's online Master of Artificial Intelligence is designed for maximum flexibility and may be taken full-time if you feel you have the time to do so successfully.
• Does the online Master of Artificial Intelligence have a part-time option?
  • La Trobe's online course is designed for professionals who work full-time and is offered part-time with one subject every seven weeks.