Master Programme
Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
The Master of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning is taught by Adelaide University, formed in 2026 from the University of Adelaide and UniSA. First year covers AI and machine learning fundamentals, programming for AI, statistical foundations and the ethics of AI, along with project management and leadership. Students then move to advanced machine learning, deep learning and applied AI, and in second year to generative AI, with electives such as computer vision and multi-modal machine learning, big data technologies, and text and social media analytics. An industry capstone project ends the degree. It is provisionally accredited by the Australian Computer Society. Graduates aim for roles such as machine learning engineer, AI engineer, data scientist and NLP specialist.
University
University of Adelaide
Country
Australia
Level
Master
Field
Artificial Intelligence
Duration
2 years full-time
Language
English
Campus
Adelaide City Campus
Degree
Master of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (Adelaide University, program code MAAIM, CRICOS 115898H)
Intake
February (Semester 1), July (Semester 2)
Application Deadline
Adelaide University has no fixed application closing date for international students in most programs, but advises applying at least three months before the start date: international admissions can take 4-6 weeks to assess an application, and you also need time to get a student visa. In the 2027 academic calendar, Semester 1 teaching starts 22 February 2027 (orientation from 8 February) and Semester 2 teaching starts 2 August 2027 (orientation from 26 July). Apply online through the International Application System or through an official Adelaide University education agent (depending on your country of citizenship, you may have to use an agent). A non-refundable A$150 application fee applies to each application.
Tuition Information
International: A$57,100 a year (indicative annual fee for international students starting in 2027, as shown on Adelaide University's 2027 international degree page). Adelaide University bases this on a standard full-time load of 48 units a year and charges by study period according to your enrolled load. Fees are reviewed every year and fees for continuing students may increase. A deposit of 50% of the annual fee is payable when you accept your offer. Overseas Student Health Cover (required for the student visa), other non-tuition costs listed by the university and living costs are extra.
Admission Requirements
- Adelaide University program code MAAIM; CRICOS 115898H. Academic entry: a completed bachelor (AQF level 7) or bachelor honours (AQF level 8) degree or equivalent in computer science, computer systems engineering or software engineering from a recognised higher education institution, or a completed nested or related graduate certificate (AQF level 8) or higher in computer science. A GPA equivalent to at least 4.5 on Adelaide University's 7-point scale is required. If there are more eligible applicants than places, selection is competitive
- Prerequisites: none. Assumed knowledge: none
- English: IELTS 6.5 overall with at least 6.0 in reading, writing, listening and speaking, achieved within two years before admission. Other accepted tests and alternatives (such as previous study in English, with certified evidence) are on Adelaide University's equivalent English qualifications page
- Professional recognition: provisionally accredited at professional level by the Australian Computer Society (ACS), with international recognition through the Seoul Accord subject to full accreditation