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Undergraduate subject

Artificial Intelligence

23 July 2026

Explore the principles, ethics, and advancements of artificial intelligence.

HOW TO APPLY

Enrolments opening soon

This new major/minor is subject to Te Pōkai Tara | Universities New Zealand CUAP and Te Amorangi Mātauranga Matua | Tertiary Education Commission approval. Some details may change before the Artificial Intelligence major/minor is open to enrolments for 2027.

Overview


Artificial Intelligence

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is increasingly determining our lives. The implementation of this technology has leapt ahead of our understanding of its ethical, societal, legal, and political significance. 

Studying Artificial Intelligence at UC will help you develop a robust understanding and working knowledge of the fundamental principles of AI that will be beneficial across a breadth of industries and roles in today’s technologically advanced world.

Artificial Intelligence

  • Examine the fundamental principles underlying artificial intelligence. 
  • Cover core AI concepts such as representation, prediction, learning, and evaluation.  
  • Consider the challenges posed by the ever-increasing use of computing technology and AI. 
  • Explore major concepts and algorithms in artificial intelligence such as problem solving, reasoning, games, and machine learning. 
  • Study AI as a major or a minor in a wide variety of degrees at UC.  

Artificial Intelligence

Artificial Intelligence major

Complete the compulsory courses for the Bachelor of Computer Science, along with the following major courses:

100-level

PHIL137 The Philosophy and Ethics of Artificial Intelligence OR PSYC105 Introductory Psychology – Brain, Behaviour, and Cognition is recommended.

200-level

MATH270 - Mathematical Modelling and Computation 2 OR STAT213 - Statistical Inference is also recommended.

200-level/300-level

300-level

 

Artificial Intelligence minor

For the minor in the Bachelor of Arts, Arts (Specialisations), Commerce, Computer Science, Digital Screen, Health, Product Design, Psychological Science, Science, Social and Environmental Sustainability, Sport, or Youth and Community Leadership, complete the following courses:

Artificial Intelligence

Studying Artificial Intelligence (AI) may prepare you for positions in machine learning, intelligent systems, or data-driven technologies across public organisations, private companies, and entrepreneurial ventures.

The problem-solving, communication, teamwork, and ethical reasoning skills developed during your studies may be beneficial in the pursuit of AI research and development, leadership roles, or further study.

Find out more about what you can do with a degree from UC.

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