Bachelor of Computer Science (Hons) (Artificial Intelligence)

Program Overview

The Bachelor of Computer Science (Hons) (Artificial Intelligence) from Asia Pacific University equips students with the skills and knowledge to design and develop AI systems. The program aligns with the demands of the Fourth Industrial Revolution and covers fundamental IT skills, AI techniques, machine learning, fuzzy logic, natural language processing, and software development. Graduates are prepared for careers in various AI-related fields, including machine learning engineering, deep learning science, and AI engineering.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

• The Bachelor of Computer Science (Hons) (Artificial Intelligence) degree from Asia Pacific University (APU) provides students with the skills and knowledge necessary to design and develop systems that utilize artificial intelligence (AI) techniques, such as machine learning, fuzzy logic, and natural language processing.
• The program aligns with the demands of the Fourth Industrial Revolution (IR4.0) and equips students with the latest technologies in the field of AI.

Outline:

• Degree Level 1:
• Students develop fundamental IT skills, understand AI techniques, and algorithmic thinking.
• Modules include:
• Introduction to Networking
• Systems Software and Computing Concepts
• Introduction to Databases
• Python Programming
• Systems Analysis and Design
• Integrated Computer Systems
• Fundamental of Entrepreneurship
• Digital Thinking and Innovation
• Mathematical Concepts for Computing
• Introduction to Artificial Intelligence
• Introduction to Object-Oriented Programming
• Degree Level 2:
• Students expand their AI knowledge in areas such as machine learning, fuzzy logic, and natural language processing.
• They also gain a solid understanding of software development techniques and data acquisition techniques using sensors.
• Modules include:
• Innovation Process
• Research Methods for Computing and Technology
• Systems and Network Administration
• System Development Methods
• Object-Oriented Development with Java
• Web Applications
• Concurrent Programming
• Computer Systems Low Level Technique
• Data Structures
• Programming for Data Analysis
• AI Methods
• Imaging and Special Effects
• Internship:
• Students complete a 16-week internship to gain practical experience in the field.
• Degree Level 3:
• Students explore advanced AI design paradigms, algorithms, programming techniques, and statistical techniques.
• They conduct a final year project to solve real-world problems, demonstrating their technical, critical thinking, and analytical skills.
• Modules include:
• Venture Building
• Project Management
• Investigations in Artificial Intelligence
• Algorithmics
• User Experience
• Advanced Database Systems
• Text Analytics and Sentiment Analysis
• Image Processing, Computer Vision and Pattern Recognition
• Further Artificial Intelligence
• Optimization and Deep Learning

Careers:

• Graduates are equipped for careers in various fields, including:
• Business Decision Support Engineer
• Robotics R&D Engineer
• Backend Game Developer
• Machine Learning Engineer
• Deep Learning Scientist
• Artificial Intelligence (AI) Engineer
• Artificial Intelligence (AI) Specialist
• Algorithm Specialist
• Machine Vision Engineer
• AI Platform Architect
• Artificial Intelligence Analyst
• NLP Engineer