Master of Software Engineering (Artificial Intelligence, Advanced)
PostgraduateTUA-MAI-MAS2025
Course information for 2025 intake View information for 2024 course intake
Push tech boundaries in search of game-changing advances
Dive into deep learning and machine learning. You’ll challenge your discipline's foundational principles and push the boundaries of software engineering. Uncover and solve complex problems under expert guidance.
- Study method
- 100% online
- Assessments
- 100% online
- Credit available
- Yes
- Duration
- 2 years full time or part time equivalent
- Total subjects
- 13
- Available loans
- Australian Higher Education Loan Program (HELP)
Master of Software Engineering (Artificial Intelligence, Advanced)
About this degree
As one of Australia’s fastest growing universities, we take a progressive approach to learning. Our courses are co-designed, developed and delivered with industry, giving you confidence that you’ll graduate job-ready.
During this course you will:
- Master and combine cognitive, technical and creative skills.
- Investigate advanced software engineering techniques.
- Explore and question the foundational principles of your field.
- Master data science, machine learning and deep learning skills.
- Push the boundaries of software design in search of game-changing advances.
While this course is founded on strong traditional and cutting-edge software engineering know-how, such as programming, maths and statistical knowledge, you’ll also investigate ethics, social responsibility and cognitive psychology throughout your studies. You’ll have the opportunity to investigate advanced software engineering techniques, challenge the foundational principles of your chosen discipline and explore the boundaries of software design. Under the expert guidance of one-on-one professional mentors and our industry-leading faculty, you’ll identify and solve complex artificial intelligence software engineering problems.
Tailor your study to your lifestyle thanks to our innovative digital learning system, accessible from anywhere with 24/7 personalised support. With all your course materials online, and the option to study full or part time, on-campus, online or a blend of both it's all about flexibility.
Course duration: 2 years full time.
Recommended study pattern
The course structure comprises 7 Software Engineering (SE) core subjects, 4 specialised subjects and 2 elective subjects over levels 400, 500 and 600, as follows:
- Level 400: 4 SE core subjects
- Level 500: 1 SE core subject, 2 specialisation subjects and 1 elective.
- Level 600: 2 SE core subjects, 2 specialisation subjects and 1 elective.
Award requirements
To be awarded the Master of Software Engineering (Artificial Intelligence, Advanced), students must complete 160 credit points over 13 subjects as outlined in the course structure. Each subject has a value of 10 credit points, with one subject having a value of 20 credit points (TWL604 Technology – Work Integrated Learning) and one having the value of 30 credit points (ATW606 Advanced Technology – Work Integrated Learning). Electives available to students may be chosen from the elective bank or can be taken from any Torrens University course at the appropriate level with approval from the Program Director (or delegate).Open Universities Australia is a not-for-profit organisation. You will not pay any fees for using our services.
Indicative first year fee
$31,200
Indicative total fee $62,400
The amounts shown here are indicative for an Australian citizen studying full-time, which is typically 8 subjects per year.
Fees may vary depending on:
- the subjects you choose
- credit from previous work experience
- your eligibility for government funding loans or subsidies such as HECS-HELP or a Commonwealth supported place.
To learn more, go to Fees or contact a student advisor.
At Torrens University Australia you can tailor your study to suit your lifestyle. Thanks to their innovative digital learning system you’ll gain the ultimate in flexibility, and still receive personalised guidance from academics and access to work placement, mentorship and internship opportunities. Online you can attend live classes or view recorded sessions, connect with lecturers and fellow students, and access content on-demand 24/7.
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How to apply
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Entry requirements
Torrens University Australia offers flexible entry options and study pathways, whether you’re finishing school, pursuing career progression or looking for a change. Entry requirements for this course includes:
- AQF Level 7 (Bachelor degree) or above from an Australian University in a relevant field of study.
Students without an undergraduate degree, may be admitted to the Graduate Certificate as a pathway with:
- 3 years professional experience in software development, AND
- A discipline specific portfolio, AND
- A recommendation letter from 2 employers, OR
- Work life experience demonstrating the ability to undertake study at the required level.
Standard English language requirements apply.
Don’t meet the entry requirements? We have numerous pathway programs to get you started. Contact our Future Student Advisors to learn about alternative entry options.
- Torrens University offers pathway opportunities to further your learning. If you have already completed a qualification you may be able to credit this against a degree with Torrens University, even if it’s from another institution. This is called Recognition of Prior Learning. Under Torrens University's Recognition of Prior Learning policy, you may be eligible for a reduction in tuition costs if you have previous study and/or work experience. Our Future Student Advisors will happily walk you through the application process.
Career opportunities
We’ve designed this course to address the needs of a rapidly evolving field. On graduation, you’ll be a global leader in AI, equipped to take on the most challenging projects, manage and inspire teams, and make a major contribution to your industry.
Potential career paths include:
- Machine Learning Engineer
- Software Engineer
- Systems Architect
- AI Researcher
- Computer Vision Engineer
- Software Developer
- Technical Director.
Australian job snapshots
Data sourced from Australian Jobs 2023.
Role | Earnings | Employment change |
|---|---|---|
Intelligence Officers | $93K to $120K | N/A^ |
Software and Applications Programmers | $93K to $120K | Up 38.1% |
Software Engineers | N/A^ | N/A^ |
^ There is no data available