Purdue University Northwest will start offering a master’s degree in applied artificial intelligence in spring 2025.
The degree will prepare graduate students with AI knowledge, hands-on experiences and practical skills. Students will learn about the design, development and implementation of AI applications to real-world challenges and responsive uses of AI technology.
“As the premier metropolitan university in our Region, we need to address the needs of the industry by developing innovative programs,” said Mohammad Zahraee, interim dean of PNW’s College of Technology, in a press release. “Our M.S. in applied artificial intelligence will accomplish this goal by cultivating graduates to fill the gaps of much needed skills for our regional industry, as well as innovate in today’s technology-driven world.”
Applied artificial intelligence graduates will be qualified to step into several fields as computer programmers and data analysts. AI technology can impact several sectors, including health care, manufacturing, transportation, agriculture, construction, education, cybersecurity, finance and more.
“Today, organizations are looking for a workforce with AI competency to help tackle many challenging problems,” said Keyuan Jiang, chair of PNW’s department of computer information technology and graphics. “Offering this new hands-on master’s degree at PNW can help narrow the workforce shortage gap, especially in the field of applied AI.”
Purdue University Northwest has campuses in Hammond and Westville. The university serves about 8,900 undergraduate and graduate students. Purdue University Northwest offers over 70 areas of study.
