Overview

Taught by expert practitioners, the University of San Diego's online MSc in Applied Artificial Intelligence (MS-AAI) curriculum is designed to equip graduates with the technical strategies and skills they will use to apply powerful analytical tools to real-world applications in the workplace. The program culminates in a Capstone experience that pairs them with fellow students, instructors, and potential industry partners on an in-depth project that showcases their ability to apply their AI knowledge and skills.

Program graduates will be equipped to:

Develop technologies within organizations for the deployment of AI-based systems and software for automated decision making.
Successfully apply principles and techniques of AI such as machine learning, computer vision, and NLP and IoT to tackle problems in industry related to technology, operations, health care, defense, finance, marketing, and corporate development.
Apply ethical standards, privacy preserving techniques, and socially responsible practices to the collection, dissemination, and analysis of data for data-driven business decision making.
Be effective leaders and managers in articulating the value of AI-based systems and software for organizations and corporations.
Apply AI-based techniques and decision making for solving engineering problems while advancing the social good.

Artificial Intelligence Careers

High-paying career opportunities in artificial intelligence and related disciplines continue to expand across a broad spectrum of industries, public agencies, and nonprofits. With a master’s degree, graduates are well positioned to compete for advanced leadership and management opportunities in AI. Roles include:

Artificial Intelligence Programmer

Artificial Intelligence Engineer

Business Intelligence Developer

Machine Learning Applied Researcher

Applied Machine Learning Specialist

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Probability and Statistics for Artificial Intelligence
Data Analytics and Internet of Things
Ethics in Artificial Intelligence
Machine Learning: Fundamentals and Applications
Neural Networks and Deep Learning
Natural Language Processing
Machine Learning Operations
Capstone Project

Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 20 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-31 00:00:00
Starting 2027-01-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-06-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-03 00:00:00

Language

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

Online

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Campus Location

San Diego, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.7

Candidates with GPA under 2.75 or with degrees from other fields can apply, but will be asked to provide an essay including relevant and convincing explanations of their experience, skills and motivation.Candidates with GPA under 2.75 are also strongly encouraged to complete a standardized test such as GRE or GMAT.

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General requirements

The online Master of Science in Applied Artificial Intelligence program is designed to attract candidates who have some real-world or research experience in their profession and a background in computer engineering, statistics, computer science, data science, information technology, electrical engineering or a related STEM field.

Candidates are required to have or provide the following:

Bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering, Statistics, Computer Science, Data Science, IT, Electrical Engineering or a related STEM field from an accredited institution.
Bachelor’s GPA of 2.75 or higher (official transcripts required)
A personal statement outlining their overall qualifications for the program
Resume or curriculum vitae
Recommendation letter from candidate’s current supervisor/manager
Applicants are also required to complete an Applied Artificial Intelligence Self-Assessment Test in preparation for the program. Your enrollment adviser will share further details about this self-assessment.

Tuition Fees

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17370 USD / year

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17370 USD / year

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17370 USD / year

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