Course Summary
This programme focuses on the strategic and practical aspects of AI applications, rather the low-level details of how particular AI algorithms are implemented. Therefore, learners are not required to have a background in computer science, or to learn programming or advanced mathematics to succeed in this programme.
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Career Sectors
This course prepares you for working in the Career Sectors below. Follow the links to get a fuller understanding of the sectors you are preparing for.
Entry Requirements
Applicants should hold a Level 8 honours undergraduate degree in any discipline. Applicants with a Level 7 ordinary undergraduate degree and relevant work experience will also be considered. Please email the Programme Director: [email protected] with any queries regarding entry requirements.
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
Applicants with a Level 7 ordinary undergraduate degree and relevant work experience will also be considered.
Please email the Programme Director [email protected] with any queries regarding entry requirements.
Application Details
Closing Date: No set closing date. Offers made on a continuous basis.
Applications must be completed online at: https://nuigalway.elluciancrmrecruit.com/Apply/Account/Login.
An application requires a registration fee of 35. You will be asked to upload proof of identification, academic transcripts, a personal statement, an academic reference and documentation to fulfil the English requirement (where English is not your first language).
Next start date: September 2025
Fees
Fees: EU
2,995 for ITAG members; 4,950 for non-members
Fees: Tuition
Fees: Student levy
Fees: Non EU
4,950 p.a. 2024/25
The Student
Career Interests
This course is typically suited for people with the following Career Interests. If these interests do not describe you, this course may prepare you for work you may not find satisfying.
Investigative
The Investigative person will usually find a particular area of science to be of interest. They are inclined toward intellectual and analytical activities and enjoy observation and theory. They may prefer thought to action, and enjoy the challenge of solving problems with sophiscticated technology. These types prefer mentally stimulating environments and often pay close attention to developments in their chosen field.
Linguistic
The Linguistic's interests are usually focused on ideas and information exchange. They tend to like reading a lot, and enjoy discussion about what has been said. Some will want to write about their own ideas and may follow a path towards journalism, story writing or editing. Others will develop skills in other languages, perhaps finding work as a translator or interpreter. Most Linguistic types will enjoy the opportunity to teach or instruct people in a topic they are interested in.
Career Progression
The field of artificial intelligence continues to grow very quickly, and new roles involving work with artificial intelligence are being created rapidly. This programme will equip professionals who wish to work with AI with the ability to strategise about AI, envision AI projects, and interact with teams that include AI technical experts. This programme is not intended for students aiming to work directly in coding AI systems.