GraduateComputer Science

Master of Artificial Intelligence

Queensland University of Technology, Brisbane, QLD, Australia

About this program

The Master of Artificial Intelligence at QUT develops specialised AI knowledge to respond to industry demand, building confidence with AI and machine learning models, methods, processes and software applications. Students apply advanced critical thinking and creative problem-solving to complex AI and ML problems, with a choice of project or research stream and a significant industry project or research experience. QUT ranks in the top 13 in Australia for data science and artificial intelligence, and the degree has a strong focus on ethical and responsible AI. Graduates work as AI and machine learning engineers, data scientists, and AI strategy and governance specialists.

Fees & duration

Duration2 yr
Tuition (international)A$45,500
Application feeA$55

English test scores

IELTS6.5 overall (L6 R6 W6 S6)
PTE58 overall (L50 R50 W50 S50)

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Course structure

Study plan in 4 parts

  • Year 1
  • Semester 1: Programming Fundamentals
  • Rapid Web Development with Databases
  • Computer Systems and Security
  • Systems Innovation and Design
  • Year 1
  • Semester 2: Machine Learning
  • Cyber Security and Governance
  • Software Life Cycle Management
  • Human-Centred Design of IT Systems

Year 2, Semester 1

  • Trust and Artificial Intelligence
  • Machine Learning for Natural Language Processing
  • Introduction to Research
  • Phase 1Industry Project
  • Phase 1Industry Research Project

Year 2, Semester 2

  • Advanced Machine Learning and Applications
  • Phase 2Industry Project
  • Phase 2Industry Research Project

Career & PR pathway

Occupations this degree typically leads to, and their skilled-migration list status

Data ScientistANZSCO 224115

CSOL

A newer ANZSCO code (added 2022) that sits on CSOL only, supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186. Not on MLTSSL or STSOL, so it does not currently open the points-tested 189, 190, or 491, and no state nominates this exact code.

Assessed by Australian Computer Society (ACS)

List membership changes over time and does not guarantee an invitation. See the skilled occupation lists guide and the points calculator before relying on this for a visa decision.

Admissions

2 year program: a recognised bachelor degree (or higher qualification) in any discipline with a minimum GPA of 4.00 (on QUT's 7 point scale). 1.5 year program: a recognised bachelor degree in information technology with a minimum GPA of 4.00, or a bachelor degree in any other discipline with a minimum GPA of 4.00 followed by three full-time years of professional work experience in information technology.

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