Graduate Certificate of Artificial Intelligence
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Study Load
20-24 hours per week
Units
4
Intakes
May
Drive technological and digital change by harnessing the power of artificial intelligence.
Transform the future of artificial intelligence
Artificial intelligence is becoming increasingly central to the way we live and work. As we pursue a future towards highly intelligent computer systems, businesses are eager to increase their AI capabilities and lead the future machine learning.
The Graduate Certificate of Artificial Intelligence (Cognate) will equip you with the skills and experience necessary to leave your mark in the world of AI. You will be introduced to the fundamentals of AI development, including machine learning and natural language processing, and learn how to apply your knowledge and skills to solve complex problems. With a team of highly respected academics behind you, you’ll feel more than capable of tackling the future of AI development.
What you will learn
- Machine learning
Discover the impact machine learning is having on the major statistical learning models and algorithms used in data analysis.
- Natural language processing
Develop your understanding of complex language expressions in natural language processing (NLP) that are crucial to artificial intelligence.
- A shifting digital reality
Understand how digital technology is reshaping the world and prepare yourself to play an integral part in that shift.
Structure
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Part A. Core unit
This units will provide a critical understanding of theoretical and practical issues related to artificial intelligence.
Fundamentals of artificial intelligence
Part B. Specialist units
The focus of these units is specialising in the area of artificial intelligence.
You must complete three of the following units.
Machine learning
Discrete optimisation
Natural language processing
Intelligent image and video analysis
Entry Requirements
An Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent), with at least a credit (65%) average in a discipline relating to one of IT, business (with mathematics), Engineering, or Science degree with completed studies in mathematics (including principles and skills in probability, linear algebra and calculus) and Python programming.
English requirements
Applicants must meet the English language requirements.
University entrance requirements
Minimum entrance requirements apply for admission to Monash University Australia.
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Fees
For the Graduate Certificate of Artificial Intelligence, the estimated cost is $4587.50 per unit. You may be eligible to receive a FEE-HELP loan to cover part or all of your tuition. Fees are subject to change annually.
Scholarships
We offer over 360 types of scholarships, valued at up to $280,000. Some scholarships offer one-off payments while others continue for the length of your course. Learn more about Monash Scholarships.
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Artificial Intelligence online at Monash
With artificial intelligence making its way into every aspect of our lives, the field requires specialists with the knowledge and skills to effectively build AI-based products and intelligent systems.
The Graduate Certificate of Artificial Intelligence covers the many facets of AI, as well as its impact on organisations, society and the world. Combined with Monash’s fully online, advanced six-week teaching model, you will engage in your learning materials and be able to study anywhere in Australia.
Yi-Shan Tsai
Course coordinator
Yi-Shan Tsai is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Human-Centred Computing in the Faculty of Information Technology at Monash University. Her work seeks to enhance learning experiences and teaching practice through the use of data and AI technologies.

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Computer Science Graduate
Industry insights
With a Graduate Certificate of Artificial Intelligence, you’ll be placed on the cutting edge of the multi-industry spanning acceleration towards automation and machine learning, opening up new career opportunities as a:
- Machine Learning Engineer
- AI Researcher
- Systems Architect
- Data Scientist
- Robotics Engineer
- IT Project Manager
- IT Support Engineer.

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Studying online, the Monash way
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Gain a world-class education, delivered through a dynamic virtual classroom and taught by leading academics.
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Equipped for career success
You’ll graduate as an in-demand employee, ready to take the next step in your career.
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