Bachelor of Artificial Intelligence

About the course

Deakin’s Bachelor of Artificial Intelligence builds skills to design and develop AI-driven software and computational solutions using modern machine learning and data approaches. You’ll learn with support from academics active in AI research, use contemporary labs and tools, and gain industry exposure through work placement opportunities. The course is designed to prepare you for emerging roles building intelligent systems across fast-changing industries in IT & Computer Science. The programme builds programming, systems thinking, and data skills for technology-driven industries and startups.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue roles developing and applying AI solutions in data-driven industries. Typical pathways include AI or machine learning engineer, data scientist, data engineer, software or application developer, and roles supporting intelligent systems deployment and optimisation. Skills in data science, data engineering and machine learning also suit work in technology teams across business, government and emerging tech sectors, aligned to a Bachelor-level qualification in IT & Computer Science.

Entry requirements

ATAR 70.05 (Burwood) or ATAR 55 (Online).

Living Costs in Melbourne**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 15 - 20	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,583 - 2,094	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,207 - 1,596
Transportation (Daily) A$ 7 - 9	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 240 - 318

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)