Master of Artificial Intelligence

    Master of Artificial Intelligence

    Duration2 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    AUD 31,435 / Year
    Next IntakeJuly 2, 2026
    Master of Artificial Intelligence

    About

    Harness key AI technologies driving change and sparking innovation in a range of industries with La Trobe's Master of Artificial Intelligence.

    Explore subjects in IT fundamentals, machine learning, data mining, computer vision, cybersecurity and natural language processing (NLP). Complement your AI expertise with transferable skills in entrepreneurship, professional practice and project management.

    By studying La Trobe's Master of Artificial Intelligence, you will:

    • explore deep-learning techniques and how they can aid AI functions such as image recognition, machine translation and speech synthesis
    • learn how to use research skills and deep-learning algorithms to develop AI-based solutions to real-world problems
    • gain an understanding of the moral and societal issues faced by today's IT industry and the impact of how AI technology is used
    • choose an industry development project or work-based placement to cement your learning and launch your career, or pursue an applied research project or industry-based thesis
    • benefit from the first-hand knowledge and experience of your teachers, including world-renowned AI researchers
    • have the flexibility to exit early with a Graduate Diploma after one year or a Graduate Certificate after six months or, depending on your previous computer science or IT qualifications, complete your Master's in only 1.5 years
    • graduate ready to apply for membership of the Australian Computer Society (ACS).

    The qualification awarded on graduation is recognised in the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) as Level 9 - Masters Degree.

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    Successful completion of an Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent).

    240 credit point pathway (2 years):

    Successful completion of an Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent).

    OR

    Completion of the Postgraduate Qualifying Program

    180 credit point pathway – Cognate Entry

    Successful completion of an Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent) in computer science, information technology, or information systems.

    Applicants will be able to complete the course within 1.5 years if they have successfully undertaken cybersecurity subjects.

    Any cases requiring academic judgement will be referred to the School for assessment.

    English Requirements

    • PTEMin 65
    • IELTSMin 7
    • TOEFLMin 94

    English Program Requirements

    6.5 IELTS (Academic) with no individual band less than 6.0.

    Career

    Digital disruption is producing strong demand for artificial intelligence professionals in the public and private sectors, including opportunities in digital healthcare, smart manufacturing, smart cities, sustainable energy infrastructure, precision agriculture and more. Possible roles include:

    • AI consultant, developer or solutions architect
    • machine learning engineer or specialist
    • software engineer
    • data engineer or scientist
    • research analyst.
    Software Developer

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee
    31,435 / Year
    Master of Artificial Intelligence
    La Trobe University
    La Trobe University
    Australia

    Australia, Melbourne

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