Information Technology B.A. and Artificial Intelligence M.S.

Program Overview

The University of North Texas offers a unique 5-year combined program that provides students with expertise in Information Technology (B.A.) and Artificial Intelligence (M.S.). This interdisciplinary degree prepares graduates for high-demand AI careers by integrating theoretical knowledge with practical application in areas like machine learning and natural language processing. Students benefit from the expertise of esteemed faculty and access to research facilities at Discovery Park, while receiving financial support through teaching or research assistantships. The program's ABET-accreditation ensures quality education, while its standalone M.S. in AI sets it apart from other institutions.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The combined Information Technology B.A. and Artificial Intelligence M.S.

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• To provide a high-quality, academically challenging, and career-enriching educational program.
• To balance software and hardware concepts.
• Artificial Intelligence M.S.
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• To allow students to leverage their existing skill set and experience by combining it with AI knowledge.

Program Description:

• The Information Technology B.A.
program focuses on developing computer software systems in an information technology environment, including database, network, or systems administration.
• The program offers flexibility through concentration areas such as business, game development, pre-law, security and networking, and teaching certification for K-12 computer science teachers.
• The Artificial Intelligence M.S.
program with a concentration in Machine Learning is interdisciplinary, allowing students to leverage their existing skill set and experience by combining it with AI knowledge.
• The program is STEM-designated.
• Classes and research are conducted at Discovery Park, a 300-acre research facility located five miles north of the main campus.
• Database systems design and applications
• Network and systems security
• Software design and development
• Systems and network administration and configuration
• Teaching computer science in high schools
• Artificial Intelligence:
• Data scientists
• Software engineers
• Machine learning engineers
• Opportunities in a wide array of disciplines

Other:

• The Information Technology B.A.
program is ABET-accredited.
• The Artificial Intelligence M.S.
program is one of the few standalone Master of Science in Artificial Intelligence programs nationwide.
• The program prepares students for in-demand AI jobs by exploring areas of study such as autonomous systems, biomedical engineering, machine learning, and natural language processing.
• The program is the only IT program with accreditation from the Computing Accreditation Commission (CAC) of ABET.