Monash University

Graduate Certificate of Artificial Intelligence

  • Delivery: Online
  • Study Level: Postgraduate
  • Duration: 7 months
  • Course Type: Graduate Certificate

Revolutionize the artificial intelligence industry and prepare to make a significant impact.

Course overview

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 of 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.

Key facts

Delivery
Online
Course Type
Graduate Certificate
Duration
7 months (Part time)
Price Per Unit
From $5,250
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The estimated per-unit fee is calculated using the annual average first-year fee. It is based on a full-time study load of 24 credit points (four units).
Intake
January, 2026
July, 2026
Units
4
Fees
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FEE-HELP loans are available to assist eligible full-fee paying domestic students with the cost of a university course.
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What you will study

The course comprises 24 credit points of Artificial Intelligence studies.

Part A. Core Unit

  • Fundamentals of Artificial Intelligence

Part B. Specialist units

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's degree (or equivalent), with at least a credit (60%) average in a discipline relating to one 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.

Outcomes

Career outcomes

  • IT Manager
  • Information Technology Specialists
  • Data Scientist

Learning outcomes

  • Discover the impact machine learning is having on the major statistical learning models and algorithms used in data analysis.
  • Develop your understanding of complex language expressions in natural language processing (NLP) that are crucial to artificial intelligence.
  • Understand how digital technology is reshaping the world and prepare yourself to play an integral part in that shift.

Fees and FEE-HELP

Indicative 2026 first-year fee: $21,000 (domestic full-fee paying place).

All costs are calculated using current rates and are based on a study load of 24 credit points (normally four units) per semester or 48 credit points (normally eight units) per year.

A student’s annual fee may vary in accordance with:

  • The number of units studied per term.
  • The choice of major or specialisation.
  • Choice of units.
  • Credit from previous study or work experience.
  • Eligibility for government-funded loans.

Student fees shown are subject to change. Contact the university directly to confirm.

FEE-HELP loans are available to assist eligible full-fee paying domestic students with the cost of a university course.