Artificial Intelligence

Artificial Intelligence Certificate

Over the past years, there has been dramatic progress in the rise of artificial intelligence (AI) and its use in the development of systems that can reason and respond to increasingly complex situations. AI is everywhere and the changes enabled by this technology have just begun. AI is transforming every segment of American industry. It is making agriculture more precise and efficient, revealing new medical technologies and bringing the prospect of autonomous transportation and advanced manufacturing closer to reality. To become competitive, companies and corporations will have to embrace AI to some extent. These technological innovations are made possible by engineers and scientists with knowledge and expertise in the latest advancements in the field of AI. This 15-credit certificate provides students with knowledge and skills in the concepts, technologies and applications of artificial intelligence.

• Program Requirements
• Advising Worksheet (pdf)
• Program Application (pdf)

Admission Requirements

• Students are expected to have a bachelor’s degree in engineering or science.
• Submit official transcripts. The desirable minimum bachelor GPA is 3.0 (of a 4.0 maximum).
• Students must satisfy the prerequisites required for each course in the certificate program.
• The average GPA of all four courses counted in the program must be 3.0 or better.

Minor in Artificial Intelligence

Over the past years, there has been dramatic progress in the rise of artificial intelligence (AI) and its use in the development of systems that can reason and respond to increasingly complex situations. AI is everywhere and the changes enabled by this technology have just begun. AI is transforming every segment of American industry. It is making agriculture more precise and efficient, revealing new medical technologies and bringing the prospect of autonomous transportation and advanced manufacturing closer to reality. To become competitive, companies and corporations will have to embrace AI to some extent. These technological innovations are made possible by engineers and scientists with knowledge and expertise in the latest advancements in the field of AI. This 15-credit minor provides students with knowledge and skills in the concepts, technologies and applications of artificial intelligence.

• Advising Worksheet (pdf)
• Program Application (pdf)

Admission Requirements

• Open to students with any academic background.
• Submission of official transcripts is required from all applicants.
• Students are expected to have completed a statistics course.

Program Requirements

• 15-credits certificate.
• The minor requires 5 courses which have not been counted in any other minor or certificate within the College of Engineering and Computer Science. Students cannot apply for both Minor in AI and the Certificate in AI.
• The certificate requires 5 courses which have not been counted in any other minor or certificate within the College of Engineering and Computer Science.
• Students will select one of the two tracks: Development track or Applications track. The Development track is intended for students proficient in programming who will develop new algorithms and mechanisms in AI. The Applications track is opened to students with no prior programming experience who are interested to learn programming and how to use tools and algorithms of AI.
• Students must satisfy the prerequisites required for each course in the certificate program.
• All five courses must be completed with a grade of "C" or better.

Minor in Artificial Intelligence

Over the past years, there has been dramatic progress in the rise of artificial intelligence (AI) and its use in the development of systems that can reason and respond to increasingly complex situations. AI is everywhere and the changes enabled by this technology have just begun. AI is transforming every segment of American industry. It is making agriculture more precise and efficient, revealing new medical technologies and bringing the prospect of autonomous transportation and advanced manufacturing closer to reality. To become competitive, companies and corporations will have to embrace AI to some extent. These technological innovations are made possible by engineers and scientists with knowledge and expertise in the latest advancements in the field of AI. This 12-credit Minor in Artificial Intelligence provides graduate students with knowledge and skills in the concepts, technologies and applications of artificial intelligence.

• Admission Requirements
• Program Requirements
• Advising Worksheet (pdf)
• Program Application (pdf)

Admission Requirements

• Open to students with a bachelor’s degree in any academic area who are not majoring in Artificial Intelligence.
• Submission of official transcripts is required from all applicants.
• Applicants must be currently pursuing a graduate program at FAU.
• Submit official transcripts. The desirable minimum bachelor GPA is 3.0 (of a 4.0 maximum).
• Students are expected to have completed a statistics course.

Program Requirements

• 12-credits minor program.
• The minor requires 4 courses which have not been counted in any other minor or certificate within the College of Engineering and Computer Science.
• Students cannot apply for both Minor in AI and the Certificate in AI.
• Students will select one of the two tracks: Development track or Applications track. The Development track is intended for students proficient in programming who will develop new algorithms and mechanisms in AI. The Applications track is open to students who have introductory programming skills and are interested to learn how to use the tools and algorithms of AI.
• Students must satisfy the prerequisites required for each course in the certificate program.
• The average GPA of all four courses counted in the program must be 3.0 or better.
• The minor is awarded upon graduation from a graduate program at FAU.

MS with Major in Artificial Intelligence

The Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science are proud to offer Florida’s first MS program in Artificial Intelligence!  Be at the forefront of the fourth industrial revolution, as AI is transforming every industry.  Our innovative program and training curriculum cover AI theory, methods, and technologies. We are educating students and training professionals to develop new skills for jobs that are not yet defined, so they can join the first generation of an AI-and-autonomy workforce.  Applicants for admission to the master’s program are approved by the University upon the recommendation of the department.  All applicants must submit with their application the official transcripts from previous institutions attended. Applications for admission are evaluated on an individual basis. The Master of Science with Major in Artificial Intelligence program offers both thesis and non-thesis options. Both options require a minimum of 30 credits, as specified in Degree Requirements.  58 million jobs will be created in AI by 2022. Demand for AI professionals increased 423 percent across the state, with tremendous earning potential in careers such as artificial intelligence scientist, machine learning engineer, software architect, data scientist, survey statistician, research analyst, or robotics engineer.

Program Information

• Admission Requirements
• Degree Requirements
• Program Worksheet - for students who started in Spring 2025 or earlier .
• Program Worksheet - for students who started in Summer 2025 or later

MS Artificial Intelligence - Degree Requirements

The Master of Science with Major in Artificial Intelligence program offers both thesis and non-thesis options. Both options require a minimum of 30 credits.

Students must satisfy all of the University graduate requirements. In addition, the following requirements must be met:

1. Students can take a maximum of 3 credits of independent study.
2. At least one-half of the credits must be at the 6000 level or above
3. Must have a GPA of 3.0 (out of 4.0) or better.
4. All courses in the degree program must be completed with a grade of "C" or better.

Transfer Credits

Any transfer credits toward the requirements for a master's degree in Artificial Intelligence must be approved by the department, the College and the University. The transfer credits must correspond to equivalent requirements and performance levels expected for the degree. Normally no more than 6 credits of coursework (that have not been applied to a degree) can be transferred from another institution.

MS Artificial Intelligence - Admission Requirements

• Students must have a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution. Students are expected to have taken Calculus 1 or Methods of Calculus and a statistics course, to be proficient in programming, and to be knowledgeable in data structures and algorithm analysis. Students can gain this knowledge through undergraduate classes or learn it through work experience. The admissions committee will evaluate the application holistically to determine applicant suitability using several factors such as academic performance, GPA, background, and experience. The admission committee may assign remedial courses on a case-by-case basis.
• Submit official transcripts from previous institutions attended. The desirable minimum bachelor GPA is 3.0 (of a 4.0 maximum) in the last 60 credits attempted prior to graduation.
• The GRE is not required for this program.
• International students from non-English-speaking countries must be proficient in written and spoken English as evidenced by a TOEFL score of at least 500 (paper-based test), 213 (computer-based test), or 79 (Internet-based test), or at least 6.0 on the IELTS.

Apply Online

---

Professional Certificate Program in Artificial Intelligence

On Campus and Fully Online

Over the past years, there has been dramatic progress in the rise of artificial intelligence (AI) and its use in the development of systems that can reason and respond to increasingly complex situations. AI is everywhere and the changes enabled by this technology have just begun. AI is transforming every segment of American industry. It is making agriculture more precise and efficient, revealing new medical technologies and bringing the prospect of autonomous transportation and advanced manufacturing closer to reality. To become competitive, companies and corporations will have to embrace AI to some extent. These technological innovations are made possible by engineers and scientists with knowledge and expertise in the latest advancements in the field of AI. This 12-credit certificate provides graduate students with knowledge and skills in the concepts, technologies and applications of artificial intelligence.

The program is designed specifically for working professionals with courses offered in a flexible format that includes evenings, weekends, and online material using Canvas.

Admission Requirements

This certificate program is open to students with a bachelor’s degree in any academic area, who are not majoring in Artificial Intelligence, and a GPA of at least 3.0. Students must submit official transcripts. Students are expected to be proficient in programming and to have completed a statistics course before pursuing this certificate. Students must satisfy the prerequisites for each course in the program.

Certificate Application

Certificate Requirements

The certificate requires four courses which have not been counted in any other minor or certificate within the College of Engineering and Computer Science. Students must satisfy the prerequisites for each course in the program.  The average GPA of all four courses counted in the program must be 3.0 or better.

Students will take 2 core courses and 2 elective courses. Contact us at professionalgrad@eng.fau.edu to discuss a plan of study for your certificate program.

Elective Courses (6 credits)

Students will take two elective courses in the areas related artificial intelligence.

Sample Curriculum

Advising Worksheet

Program Fees

The Professional Certificate Program in Artificial Intelligence is a full-service, all-inclusive program. The Program fees cover all program costs, including tuition, meals for on-campus Saturday classes, course materials and graduation activities.

Total Cost: $800 per credit-hour; total cost for 12 credit-hours is $9,600.

Tuition Fees: Flexible payment plan and financial aid payment methods are available.

Professional Master’s Degree Program in Artificial Intelligence

On Campus and Fully Online

Apply Online

The Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science are proud to offer Florida’s first MS program in Artificial Intelligence. Our innovative program and training curriculum cover AI theory, methods, and technologies. We are educating students and training professionals to develop new skills for jobs that are not yet defined, so they can join the first generation of an AI-and-autonomy workforce.

The Professional MS in Artificial Intelligence program is designed specifically for working professionals. They will be able to advance their career with an accelerated graduate program and obtain an advanced degree while continuing their professional career. 

Courses in the program expose students to the latest advances in various areas such as machine learning, deep learning, artificial intelligence, data science and applications. The course offering format includes evenings, weekends, and online material using Canvas. The Professional MS in Artificial Intelligence has 30 graduate credits, and it is course based (i.e., non-thesis). Each course duration is 4 weeks. Students will be able to complete the program in 1.5 years. The program can be completed on campus or fully online.

Take the next step in your career

• Perfect for working professionals
• Flexible format with online and on campus classes
• The GRE is not required for this program.
• FAU ranked as one of America's Best Value Colleges by Forbes
• Each course duration is 4 weeks

Admission Requirements

• Students are expected to have obtained a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution. Students are expected to have taken Calculus 1 or Methods of Calculus and a statistics course, to be proficient in programming, and to be knowledgeable in data structures and algorithm analysis. Students can gain this knowledge through undergraduate classes or learn it through work experience. The admissions committee will evaluate the application holistically to determine applicant suitability using several factors such as academic performance, GPA, background, and experience. The admission committee may assign remedial courses on a case-by-case basis.
• Submit official transcripts from previous institutions attended. The desirable minimum bachelor GPA is 3.0 (of a 4.0 maximum) in the last 60 credits attempted prior to graduation.
• The GRE is not required for this program.
• International students from non-English-speaking countries must be proficient in written and spoken English as evidenced by a TOEFL score of at least 500 (paper-based test), 213 (computer-based test), or 79 (Internet-based test), or at least 6.0 on the IELTS.

Degree Requirements

Students must satisfy all of the University graduate requirements. In addition, the following requirements must be met:

1.     Must have a GPA of 3.0 (out of 4.0) or better.

2.     All courses in the degree program must be completed with a grade of "C" or better.

3.     At least one-half of the credits must be at the 6000 level.

Curriculum 

The Professional MS in Artificial Intelligence program requires a minimum of 30 credits, distributed as follows:

• Core courses (6 credits). Select two courses from the following three courses:     

• AI electives (12 credits). Contact professionalgrad@eng.fau.edu for the list of AI electives.
• EECS electives (12 credits). Any professional graduate course offered by EECS department. 

Program Fees

The Professional MS in Artificial Intelligence is a full-service, all-inclusive program. Professional MS in Artificial Intelligence Program fees cover all program costs, including tuition, meals for on-campus Saturday classes, course materials and graduation activities.

Total Cost: $800 per credit-hour; total cost for 30 credit-hours is $24,000.

Tuition Fees: Flexible payment plan and financial aid payment methods are available.

Apply Online

Professional Education Cost of Attendance

Contact Us

For more information about this program, please contact us at professionalgrad@eng.fau.edu.

MS Artificial Intelligence - Graduate Courses

In addition, students pursuing the non-thesis option are required to take 4 AI Electives and 4 EECS Electives. Students pursuing the thesis option must take 2 AI Electives, 6 thesis credits, and 4 EECS Electives.

AI Electives – courses are structured in the following areas: Vision, Data Analytics and Algorithms, Knowledge Management and Reasoning, Machine Learning, and Applications.

EECS Electives – graduate courses offered by the EECS department. Course substitution is allowed with prior approval of the advisor.