Master of Applied Artificial Intelligence (Professional)

In a world where artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping industries, many companies are looking to understand and harness this transformative technology. With Deakin’s Master of Applied Artificial Intelligence, you will acquire the specialised knowledge and skills essential for designing and developing software solutions that leverage the power of AI. Get ready to graduate as an in-demand professional worldwide.

The Master of Applied Artificial Intelligence (Professional) extends the Master of Applied Artificial Intelligence by providing you with the opportunity to undertake industry-based learning or engage in an in-depth research project under the supervision of our internationally recognised research staff.

As an AI specialist, you will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including software engineers, data scientists, application developers, and business analysts, to ensure appropriate integration of AI into software solutions from a technical and human perspective.

Our world-leading research in AI feeds directly into our classrooms, meaning you will be learning at the cutting-edge of industry expectations and capabilities. Graduate with the hands-on experience to confidently work on the design, development, and operation of AI-driven software solutions.

Embrace the future of digital disruption and embark on a journey that immerses you in the realms of AI technologies, deep learning, and reinforcement learning. Explore the application of these algorithms in computer vision and speech processing, paving the way for innovative solutions across diverse sectors.

Artificial intelligence is driving digital disruption across almost every sector, redefining the workforce, and creating global demand for skilled professionals. AI and machine learning specialists top the list of the fastest-growing jobs worldwide.* There are projected to be more than 200,000 roles (25.1% growth or 36,700 new jobs) for software and application programmers in Australia in the next 10 years.^

With this significant projected job growth, now is the time to future-proof your career. By enrolling in our Master of Applied Artificial Intelligence (Professional), you position yourself at the forefront of this thriving field, equipped to drive innovation and shape the future of technology.

*World Economic Forum, The Future of Jobs Report 2023.

^Jobs and Skills Australia, National Employment Projections 2023 to 2033.

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