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Bachelor of Arts (Second Major: Artificial Intelligence)

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Are you intrigued by the ever-evolving field of Artificial Intelligence? A Bachelor of Arts with a Major in Artificial Intelligence (AI) at the University of Notre Dame Australia will provide you with a unique qualification that sets you apart from traditional Arts graduates.

Key details

Degree Type
Bachelor
Course Code
3009, 015324A
Study Mode
In person

About this course

School of Arts & Sciences

Are you intrigued by the ever-evolving field of Artificial Intelligence? A Bachelor of Arts with a Major in Artificial Intelligence (AI) at the University of Notre Dame Australia will provide you with a unique qualification that sets you apart from traditional Arts graduates. This program will equip you to examine the ethical and social implications of AI, or even explore how AI can be used for creative endeavours like art or storytelling. An AI Major will expose you to knowledge and skills into technical areas such as programming, data visualisation, machine learning, and deep learning. This combination of skills will provide you with a broad interdisciplinary perspective, fostering critical thinking and problem-solving abilities. Furthermore, students will gain transferable skills in this dynamic field where demand for skilled professionals is consistently growing.

Entry requirements

Academic requirements for this program are outlined below. In addition, to be eligible for admission, all applicants need to satisfy the Minimum University Admission Requirements outlined. These include those relating to minimum age and English Language Proficiency. We also consider your application more broadly - your non-academic achievements (such as any previous leadership roles, volunteering, work, church and/or community involvement) as well as personal qualities - your aspirations and interests and your capacity to complete your chosen program. See Individual Factors for further details regarding this.

Applicants with recent Secondary Education

  • Indicative ATAR/Selection Rank* of 70

OR

  • International Baccalaureate (IB) score of 25

*Selection Ranks include ATAR plus Adjustment Factors.

Applicants with Higher Education

  • Successful completion of 2 subjects at an undergraduate level or higher*

OR

  • Successful completion of the Notre Dame Tertiary Pathway Program (TPP), or a tertiary preparation program from another institution that is deemed to be of a similar academic rigour to the Notre Dame TPP

* Applicants who have successfully completed subjects at another University, which are relevant to the selected program of study, may be eligible for credit (Advanced Standing).

Applicants with Vocational Education and Training (VET) study

  • Successful completion of AQF Certificate IV or higher from an accredited provider such as TAFE or a Registered Training Organisation (RTO)

Applicants with Work and Life Experience

Applicants who left secondary education more than two years previously and who have not undertaken VET or higher education study since may be considered for direct entry. This includes applicants who have completed Steiner, Montessori or home school curriculums. To qualify, applicants must be 20 years of age as at 1 March in the year of intake and meet one or more of the following:

  • Applicants who have completed at least two years of relevant work experience may be considered for direct entry. Applicants must provide evidence of their work experience, including duties undertaken and years of experience, and they must demonstrate that they have the academic capability to undertake undergraduate studies. The Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) may be required*.

OR

  • Completion of STAT with scores of at least 135 in the Multiple Choice section and 140 in the Written English section*.

OR

  • Completion of two Year 12 WACE, HSC or equivalent exams, with a result equivalent to the Indicative ATAR/Selection Rank listed under Secondary Education section above.

*STAT results must have been obtained within the last three calendar years in order to be considered (e.g. for 2024 admission, STAT results obtained in 2023, 2022 or 2021 can be considered).

Entry requirements NSW

Academic requirements for this program are outlined below. In addition, to be eligible for admission, all applicants need to satisfy the Minimum University Admission Requirements outlined. These include those relating to minimum age and English Language Proficiency. We also consider your application more broadly - your non-academic achievements (such as any previous leadership roles, volunteering, work, church and/or community involvement) as well as personal qualities - your aspirations and interests and your capacity to complete your chosen program. See Individual Factors for further details regarding this.

Applicants with recent Secondary Education

  • Prescribed ATAR/Selection Rank*

OR

  • Equivalent International Baccalaureate (IB) score

*Selection Ranks include ATAR plus Adjustment Factors.

Applicants with Higher Education

  • Successful completion of 2 subjects at an undergraduate level or higher*

OR

  • Successful completion of the Notre Dame Tertiary Pathway Program (TPP), or a tertiary preparation program from another institution that is deemed to be of a similar academic rigour to the Notre Dame TPP

*Applicants who have successfully completed subjects at another University, which are relevant to the selected program of study, may be eligible for credit (Advanced Standing).

Applicants with Vocational Education and Training (VET) study

  • Successful completion of AQF Certificate IV or higher from an accredited provider such as TAFE or a Registered Training Organisation (RTO)

Applicants with Work and Life Experience

Applicants who left secondary education more than two years previously and who have not undertaken VET or higher education study since may be considered for direct entry. This includes applicants who have completed Steiner, Montessori or home school curriculums. To qualify, applicants must be 20 years of age as at 1 March in the year of intake and meet one or more of the following:

  • Applicants who have completed at least two years of relevant work experience may be considered for direct entry. Applicants must provide evidence of their work experience, including duties undertaken and years of experience, and they must demonstrate that they have the academic capability to undertake undergraduate studies. The Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) may be required*.

OR

  • Completion of STAT with scores of at least 150 in the Multiple Choice section and 150 in the Written English section*.

OR

  • Completion of two Year 12 WACE, HSC or equivalent exams, with a result equivalent to the Indicative ATAR/Selection Rank listed under Secondary Education section above.

*STAT results must have been obtained within the last three calendar years in order to be considered (e.g. for 2024 admission, STAT results obtained in 2023, 2022 or 2021 can be considered).

Study locations

Sydney

Fremantle

What you will learn

This major is perfect for anyone wishing to develop their knowledge and skills in the ever-advancing field of Artificial Intelligence. Bachelor of Arts students choosing this Major will acquire fundamental computer science knowledge and skills in the exciting field of AI, relevant to today's evolving digital landscape. This multitude of skills will make students more competitive in a job market that increasingly values technological literacy and adaptability.

The Major in Artificial Intelligence is usually taken as a Second Major as part of a Bachelor of Arts and is designed to provide students with a solid foundation in the innovative uses of AI, fostering creativity and expression.

Artificial Intelligence is available as a Major in the following programs, including double-degree variations:

  • Bachelor of Arts
  • Bachelor of Computer Science

Career pathways

The major in Artificial Intelligence in the Bachelor of Arts can lead to research areas where AI intersects with BA focus, preparing students for a wide range of career opportunities in the AI-driven world.

  • Human-computer interaction
  • AI for social good
  • User Experience (UX) Designer
  • Content Creator
  • AI Ethicist
  • AI Researcher
  • AI Policy Analyst.

Course structure

Fremantle and Sydney

Students must complete 200 units of credit, as follows:

Students complete these eight courses:

  • COMP1003 Programming Principles and Techniques
  • COMP1005 Object Orientated Programming
  • COMP2005 Web Application Development
  • COMP2008 Machine Learning
  • COMP2010 Data Visualisation
  • COMP3004 Deep Learning
  • COMP3009 Internet of Things
  • COMP3013 Human Computer Interaction

Core Curriculum

  • CORE I: Foundations of Wisdom
  • CORE II: Elective
    • Electives in philosophy and\or theology
    • Professional embedded electives that integrate studies in a profession with philosophy and\or theology
    • An option to undertake a pilgrimage embedded in the study of the philosophy and theology of pilgrimage, e.g., World Youth Day
    • An option to undertake a course that integrates philosophy & theology with community service and charity work
    • An option to undertake an elective in philosophy, theology, and the liberal arts contained within an international experience

Full details of the program requirements are contained in the Program Requirements.

More information regarding courses can be found at the course descriptions pages Fremantle Sydney.

Please note: the availability of these courses is indicative only and may be subject to change.