Bachelor of Artificial Intelligence (Honours)

Program Overview

This four-year program equips students with the knowledge and skills to design and develop AI-powered software solutions. It covers key concepts in machine learning, language processing, and robotics, preparing graduates for high-demand careers in AI-related fields such as data science, software engineering, and research. The program also emphasizes research skills and advanced technical expertise through a focused research project in the final year.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

This specialised four-year course prepares you with the knowledge and skills required to design, develop and evolve software solutions that harness the latest advances in AI. You will study up-to-the-minute trends, insights and emerging topics to ensure you graduate with a highly relevant skill-set that is sought-after by employers across the globe. You will explore different AI tools and techniques as you learn key concepts and deep dive into advanced topics in machine learning, language and speech processing and robotics.

Outline:

Year 1

Trimester 1

• Academic Integrity Module (0 credit points)
• Safety Induction Program (0 credit points)
• Career Tools for Employability (0 credit points)
• Introduction to Programming
• Discrete Mathematics
• Computer Systems
• Introduction to Data Science and Artificial Intelligence

Trimester 2

• Object-Oriented Development
• Database Fundamentals
• Computer Networks and Communication
• Introduction to Mathematical Modelling

Year 2

Trimester 1

• Data Structures and Algorithms
• Computational Intelligence
• Data Wrangling
• Minor or Elective unit

Trimester 2

• Machine Learning
• Professional Practice in Information Technology
• Linear Algebra for Data Analysis
• Minor or Elective unit

Year 3

Trimester 1

• Deep Learning
• Natural Language Processing
• Minor or Elective unit
• Team Project (A) - Project Management and Practices OR SIT374

Trimester 2

• Robotics, Computer Vision and Speech Processing
• Minor or Elective unit
• Team Project (B) - Execution and Delivery AND SIT378
• Professional Practice (2 credit points) OR IT Placements and Industry Experience (2 credit points)

Year 4

Trimester 1

• Research Techniques and Applications (2 credit points)
• Two major or minor units

Trimester 2

• Two electives or minor units

Careers:

Skilled AI professionals are increasingly in demand as organisations realise the potential of intelligence systems to improve our daily lives – both in and outside the workplace. The increasing integration of AI into business practices enhances automation and operating efficiencies such that skilled professionals in this emerging field of IT are highly sought-after across the globe. As a graduate, you will have a highly specialised skill-set that enables you to push boundaries. You may find employment in roles such as a data scientist, data analyst, AI technology software engineer, AI ethicist or an AI architect to name a few. By undertaking a focused research project in your final year of study, you will also acquire research skills and advanced technical expertise in your chosen topic, as well as the skills to become a creative, solutions-driven professional in the dynamic and ever-evolving field of artificial intelligence. You will also be well positioned to pursue further study including a masters by research or PhD.