GraduateComputer Science

Master of Artificial Intelligence

RMIT University, Melbourne, VIC, Australia

About this program

The RMIT Master of Artificial Intelligence teaches students to design and implement AI systems and applications in high-tech facilities including a dedicated Artificial Intelligence Lab, with a choice of project or research stream. RMIT is rated above world standard for its research in AI and image processing, and the course is among the most specialised in the country focused on AI theory and applications. Graduates work as AI and machine learning engineers, data scientists and AI specialists across industry and research.

Cost & duration

Duration2 yr
Tuition (international)A$46,100
Application feeA$0

English test scores

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

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Course structure

1 term of coursework

  • Program code MC271. Delivered at City Campus, Full-time 2 Years. This master's degree provides breadth of high-level computing knowledge and depth in the design and implementation of AI systems. In this era of rapid technological change, AI is increasingly being used to drive decision-making, economic growth, public policy and corporate strategy. This degree will prepare you for a career as an AI professional in this continually-expanding area. You will be able to apply advanced AI knowledge in a range of contexts for professional practice or scholarship, and as a pathway for further learning. Job titles for AI professionals are very diverse and may include: AI engineer, machine learning engineer, business intelligence developer, research scientist and we

Career & PR pathway

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

Software EngineerANZSCO 261313

Primary outcomeMLTSSLCSOL

On both MLTSSL and CSOL, so it supports the points-tested 189, 190, and 491 as well as the employer-sponsored 482 and 186. Needs an ACS skills assessment, which usually wants the degree plus one to two years of relevant work, or a Professional Year in ICT in place of some of that experience.

Assessed by Australian Computer Society (ACS)

Developer ProgrammerANZSCO 261312

Primary outcomeMLTSSLCSOL

On MLTSSL, so it supports the 189, 190, and 491. Assessed by the ACS on the same basis as Software Engineer. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.

Assessed by Australian Computer Society (ACS)

ICT Business AnalystANZSCO 261111

MLTSSLCSOL

On both MLTSSL and CSOL, so it supports 189/190/491 and the employer-sponsored 482/186. Common landing occupation for IT and business-analytics graduates.

Assessed by Australian Computer Society (ACS)

Systems AnalystANZSCO 261112

MLTSSLCSOL

On MLTSSL, supporting the 189, 190, and 491, with an ACS skills assessment. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.

Assessed by Australian Computer Society (ACS)

ICT Security SpecialistANZSCO 262112

MLTSSL

The code used for the points-tested 189, 190, and 491 pathways. Newer cyber security specialisations (Cyber Security Engineer, Cyber Security Analyst, and others) were split out of this code in 2021 to 2025 ANZSCO updates and sit on CSOL instead; picking the right code matters for which visa applies.

Assessed by Australian Computer Society (ACS)

Cyber Security EngineerANZSCO 261315

CSOL

One of the newer cyber security ANZSCO codes created alongside Penetration Tester, Cyber Security Analyst, and others. Sits on CSOL, which supports the employer-sponsored 482 and 186, but is not currently on MLTSSL or STSOL, so it does not support the points-tested 189, 190, or 491 the way ICT Security Specialist (262112) does.

Assessed by Australian Computer Society (ACS)

Computer Network and Systems EngineerANZSCO 263111

MLTSSLCSOL

On both MLTSSL and CSOL, supporting 189/190/491 and the employer-sponsored 482/186.

Assessed by Australian Computer Society (ACS)

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

Academic requirements Successful completion of an Australian bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) in computer science, data science, artificial intelligence, software engineering, information technology, or statistics with a GPA of at least 2.0 out of 4.0; OR You may also be considered if you have an Australian bachelor's degree with a GPA of at least 2.0 out of 4.0, or equivalent and at least 3 years of relevant professional experience in computing, IT,

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