MSc in Artificial Intelligence (ODL) - 100%online

APU's Master of Science in Artificial Intelligence program is designed to provide you an advantage with cutting-edge technology aligned with the Industrial Revolution 4.0. The program offers students practical experience in applying Artificial Intelligence (AI) to address real-world problems. It provides a comprehensive understanding of key areas such as Machine Learning, Robotics, and Natural Language Processing. Students will gain the skills necessary to manage and execute large-scale, complex AI projects, while ensuring the design and implementation of reliable, high-quality AI systems. The program also focuses on recognizing challenges in AI system development and proposing effective solutions. It highlights the importance of AI-driven infrastructure in giving businesses a competitive advantage and empowers students to utilize AI to overcome human limitations and solve emerging problems.

This program, available online and part time (2.5-3 years) is tailored to offer:

• Advanced skills and techniques in artificial intelligence
• Research opportunities to address significant industrial challenges using AI
• In-depth research opportunities in AI, preparing students for doctoral studies.

The Benefits of the Programme

Upon successful completion of this programme, participants will be able to:

• Gain hands-on experience in implementing Artificial Intelligence (AI) to solve problems.
• Develop knowledge in key AI areas, including Machine Learning, Robotics, and Natural Language Processing.
• Manage and execute large-scale, complex AI projects.
• Design and implement high-quality and reliable AI systems.
• Identify challenges in AI development and suggest innovative solutions.
• Understand how an AI-driven infrastructure can provide a competitive edge in business.
• Apply AI knowledge to push beyond human limits and tackle new problems.

Who Should Attend?

This programme is suitable for:

• IT and Computing professionals looking to gain formal AI qualifications.
• Managers and professionals who want to enhance their AI expertise at a postgraduate level.
• Fresh graduates from Artificial Intelligence, Software Engineering, or Data Science backgrounds who wish to further their academic qualifications.

General Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computing or related fields with a minimum CGPA of 2.50, or its equivalent qualification as accepted by the Senate.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computing or related fields with a minimum CGPA of 2.00 and not meeting a CGPA of 2.50 can be accepted, subject to a rigorous internal assessment.
• Bachelor’s degree in non-related fields with a minimum CGPA of 2.00 as accepted by the Senate and with relevant working experience, subject to a rigorous internal assessment.
• Bachelor’s degree in non-related fields with a minimum CGPA of 2.00 as accepted by the Senate and without relevant working experience, subject to passing pre-requisite courses.

* Applicants without a Computing-related Bachelor’s degree must pass the pre-requisite modules to continue with the Master’s Degree.

Note: The above entry requirements may differ for specific programmes based on the latest programme standards published by Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA).

English Requirements

• IELTS : 6.0

This programme comprises 10 coursework modules, including 7 core modules and 3 elective modules, and a Project.

Pre-Requisite Modules (FOR NON-COMPUTING STUDENTS)

Duration: 4 Months 

• Programming in Python
• Introduction to R Programming
• Fundamentals of Artificial Intelligence

Core Modules

• Artificial Intelligence
• Image Processing and Computer Vision
• Fuzzy Logic
• Applied Machine Learning
• Computational Intelligence Optimization
• Natural Language Processing
• Research Methodology in Computing and Engineering
• Project

Elective Modules (Choose 3)

• Applied Robotics
• Pattern Recognition
• Expert Systems and Knowledge Engineering
• Business Intelligence Systems
• Multivariate Methods for Data Analysis
• Deep Learning

Project

You will be expected to conduct effective research in relation to Artificial Intelligence for both academic and industry purposes. Either route will require you to:

• Plan and conduct thorough academic research.
• Produce one of the following:
  • An academic paper
  • A consultancy report
  • An industry-focused research paper on an aspect of Artificial Intelligence.

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