Course Summary
This programme’s aim is to develop graduates with skills in artificial intelligence, with a focus on business use cases of this technology.
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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
Students are expected to have a minimum of a Merit Higher Diploma (Level 8) or 2.2 Honours Bachelor Degree (Level 8) in Computing/Business Computing, Electronics, Computer Science, Software Engineering, Data/Business Analytics, Physics, Statistics or equivalent.
Non-native English speakers are required to have an IELTS level of 6.5 or higher, or a CEFR English level of at least B2 or equivalent.
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Fees
Domestic/EU fees are €7,000; Non-EU fees: €17,500
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.
Enterprising
Enterprising people like situations that involve using resources for personal or corporate economic gain. Such people may have an opportunistic frame of mind, and are drawn to commerce, trade and making deals. Some pursue sales and marketing occupations. Many will eventually end up owning their own business, or in management roles in larger organisations. They tend to be very goal-oriented and work best when focused on a target. Some have an entrepreneurial inclination.
Administrative
Administrative people are interested in work that offers security and a sense of being part of a larger process. They may be at their most productive under supervisors who give clear guidelines and while performing routine tasks in a methodical and reliable way.
They tend to enjoy clerical and most forms of office work, where they perform essential administrative duties. They often form the backbone of large and small organisations alike. They may enjoy being in charge of office filing systems, and using computers and other office equipment to keep things running smoothly. They usually like routine work hours and prefer comfortable indoor workplaces.
Career Progression
Upon completion, graduates will be eligible to apply to a relevant Level 10 programme.
Career Opportunities
Graduates from this programme will be in a very strong position to move into an AI role in any organisation, especially considering their original qualifications and, in some cases, work experience. This programme will equip graduates with the key skills required to work in a business world where artificial intelligence is becoming ever more present. Roles that graduates could fill after completing the programme include:
Data Analyst
Data Scientist
Data/AI Sales Strategist
Sales Engineer
Product Owner
Data Engineer
Duration
Class Contact Hours
13 (average for first and second trimesters), 1 hour contact for third and final summer trimester