Bachelor
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.
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
OR
*Selection Ranks include ATAR plus Adjustment Factors.
Applicants with Higher Education
OR
* 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
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:
OR
OR
*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).
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
OR
*Selection Ranks include ATAR plus Adjustment Factors.
Applicants with Higher Education
OR
*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
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:
OR
OR
*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).
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:
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.
Students must complete 200 units of credit, as follows:
Students complete these eight courses:
Core Curriculum
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.