IT-HB_1280x720

(Single Major)

Bachelor of IT in AI and Autonomous Systems

MU-Logo_425x150
  • Overview

  • Overview

  • About the Programme

    Bachelor of Information Technology in Artificial Intelligence and Autonomous Systems (Single Major)

    Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Autonomous Systems professionals build AI software for smart systems used in driverless cars, smart robots, intelligent chatbots, and intelligent diagnostic systems.

    This programme is designed to provide you with an in-depth understanding of the theory, methods, systems, software design and development used in Artificial Intelligence and Autonomous Systems that can be used in different industries and organisations.

    You will be equipped with knowledge and hands-on experience with up-to-date technologies that prepare you for the workforce. The number of jobs emerging in Artificial Intelligence and Autonomous Systems is increasing yearly, driven by the need for productivity improvements and efficiencies in many industries across the globe. It is an exciting time to be studying Artificial Intelligence and Autonomous Systems.

    The growth potential and limitless possibilities for innovation make it an exciting time to be studying Artificial Intelligence and Autonomous Systems, with students having the option of enrolling in either Single or Double Majors.

     

    Graduation & Degree Awarded

    Students who successfully complete and pass the modules stipulated in the programme structure will be awarded the Bachelor of Information Technology in Artificial Intelligence and Autonomous Systems from Murdoch University, Australia.

    The Degree will be the same as that awarded to the on-campus graduates in Australia.

    Key facts
    Duration
    Possible completion in 16 months (instead of 28 months)
    Intake Month
    January, May, and August
    Assessment
    A combination of assignments and examinations
    Career Opportunities
    AI Engineer
    AI Specialist
    Business Analyst
    Data Analyst
    Data Engineer
    Data Scientist
    Machine Learning Engineer
    Smart Systems Developer
  • About the Programme

    Bachelor of Information Technology in Artificial Intelligence and Autonomous Systems (Single Major)

    Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Autonomous Systems professionals build AI software for smart systems used in driverless cars, smart robots, intelligent chatbots, and intelligent diagnostic systems.

    This programme is designed to provide you with an in-depth understanding of the theory, methods, systems, software design and development used in Artificial Intelligence and Autonomous Systems that can be used in different industries and organisations.

    You will be equipped with knowledge and hands-on experience with up-to-date technologies that prepare you for the workforce. The number of jobs emerging in Artificial Intelligence and Autonomous Systems is increasing yearly, driven by the need for productivity improvements and efficiencies in many industries across the globe. It is an exciting time to be studying Artificial Intelligence and Autonomous Systems.

    The growth potential and limitless possibilities for innovation make it an exciting time to be studying Artificial Intelligence and Autonomous Systems, with students having the option of enrolling in either Single or Double Majors.

     

    Graduation & Degree Awarded

    Students who successfully complete and pass the modules stipulated in the programme structure will be awarded the Bachelor of Information Technology in Artificial Intelligence and Autonomous Systems from Murdoch University, Australia.

    The Degree will be the same as that awarded to the on-campus graduates in Australia.

    Key facts
    Duration
    Possible completion in 16 months (instead of 28 months)
    Intake Month
    January, May, and August
    Assessment
    A combination of assignments and examinations
    Career Opportunities
    AI Engineer
    AI Specialist
    Business Analyst
    Data Analyst
    Data Engineer
    Data Scientist
    Machine Learning Engineer
    Smart Systems Developer

Ranking & Accreditation

Professional Accreditation
  • Accredited by the Australian Computer Society (ACS)1
Professional Memberships
  • Corporate Membership with PRCA Asia Pacific (PRCA APAC)
  • Student Membership with Centre of Strategic Cyberspace and International Studies (CSCIS)
  • Student Chapter Membership with the Singapore Computer Society (SCS)
  • Intakes

    There are 3 intakes per year.

    Commencement
    • January 
    • May
    • August

      Please contact our programme consultant to obtain a copy of the class schedule.

    Minimum Class Size
    • 20 students

      Class may commence with fewer students than indicated above, subject to resource availability. In the event of cancellation, you will be notified at least 1 week before the programme commencement date, and our consultants will contact you to advise on a backup plan.

  • Intakes

    There are 3 intakes per year.

    Commencement
    • January 
    • May
    • August

      Please contact our programme consultant to obtain a copy of the class schedule.

    Minimum Class Size
    • 20 students

      Class may commence with fewer students than indicated above, subject to resource availability. In the event of cancellation, you will be notified at least 1 week before the programme commencement date, and our consultants will contact you to advise on a backup plan.

Curriculum

Modules

Core Modules
  • AI System Design
  • Artificial Intelligence and Intelligent Agents
  • Data Visualisation and Simulation
  • Databases
  • Information Technology Project Management
  • Introduction to ICT Research Methods
  • IT Professional Practice Project
  • Machine Learning
  • Principles of Computer Science
  • Systems Analysis and Design

Click here for unit descriptions.

Common Modules

Students are required to complete the following common units:

  • Building Employability Skills OR Consulting and Freelancing
  • Career Learning: Managing Your Career*

Applicants may be required to complete general elective units to fulfil the required credit points.

*3-Year Polytechnic Diploma holders are exempted, subject to University’s approval.

  • Admission Criteria
    Academic Requirements

    Applicants with a Polytechnic Diploma may be exempted from up to 12 units and can gain entry to Year 2 of the programme. Applicants with a Murdoch University-recognised Kaplan Diploma or a private Diploma may be exempted from up to 8 units and can also gain entry to Year 2 of the programme.

    This Degree programme accepts a wide range of qualifications, which include:

    • Kaplan Diploma; OR
    • Polytechnic Diploma; OR
    • Other equivalent qualifications awarded by other Singapore-registered private education institutions.

    Applicants admitted to the programme may be required to undertake bridging modules to fulfil the prerequisite knowledge.

    English Language Requirements
    • An approved Diploma qualification or higher, where the language of instruction was English, OR
    • GCE O-Level English Language or Literature in English with Grade C or better; OR
    • IELTS 6.0 (with no band below 6.0)*; OR
    • Kaplan Diploma in Professional Business English (PBEP) with a score of 75% (Distinction) or higher*; OR
    • Any other equivalent English language qualification.
      Click here for more information.

    In all cases, the final decision on admission to the programme rests with the University.

    *Applicable for international applicants.

  • Admission Criteria
    Academic Requirements

    Applicants with a Polytechnic Diploma may be exempted from up to 12 units and can gain entry to Year 2 of the programme. Applicants with a Murdoch University-recognised Kaplan Diploma or a private Diploma may be exempted from up to 8 units and can also gain entry to Year 2 of the programme.

    This Degree programme accepts a wide range of qualifications, which include:

    • Kaplan Diploma; OR
    • Polytechnic Diploma; OR
    • Other equivalent qualifications awarded by other Singapore-registered private education institutions.

    Applicants admitted to the programme may be required to undertake bridging modules to fulfil the prerequisite knowledge.

    English Language Requirements
    • An approved Diploma qualification or higher, where the language of instruction was English, OR
    • GCE O-Level English Language or Literature in English with Grade C or better; OR
    • IELTS 6.0 (with no band below 6.0)*; OR
    • Kaplan Diploma in Professional Business English (PBEP) with a score of 75% (Distinction) or higher*; OR
    • Any other equivalent English language qualification.
      Click here for more information.

    In all cases, the final decision on admission to the programme rests with the University.

    *Applicable for international applicants.

  • Fees

    • Local Applicants
      Apply Now

      Part-time (Local Applicants) – Click here to apply online.

      Course Fee

      Tuition Fee

      The total tuition fee covers university registration, lectures/tutorials/workshops and assessments such as assignments/tests/examinations/projects (where applicable), programme materials in digital format, Degree (if earned) and transcript.

      S$22,628.40 payable in 4 instalments 
      (12 units with exemptions) 

      S$30,171.20 payable in 4 instalments 
      (16 units) 

      Fee inclusive of 9% GST

      Receive a S$500 referral incentive when you recommend a friend to enrol in our Degree programme*

      *Click here for Terms and Conditions for Rebates and other Offers.


      Non-Refundable Application Fee

      S$239.80
      Fee inclusive of 9% GST


      Student Development Fee

      S$283.40*
      Fee inclusive of 9% GST

      *Payment for this fee will be included in the first instalment.

      The Student Development Fee covers the provision of a comprehensive range of initiatives aimed at enhancing the career and industry-readiness of Kaplan students, such as programmes aimed at improving interpersonal skills, technical and digital skills, as well as career advisory and job matching services. More details can be found here.

      Payment Options

      Payment Counter Operating Hours:

      Wilkie Edge Campus, Level 2, Payment Counter Operating Hours:
      9am – 8pm (Mondays to Fridays)
      9am – 3pm (Saturdays)

      Christmas Eve and New Year Eve: 9am to 1pm

      (Closed on Sundays, Public Holidays and Chinese New Year Eve)


      SingPost SAM Kiosk/Mobile App/Web/Kiosk:

      For New Students

      New students who wish to pay their application fee or their 1st instalment of the programme fee via SAM mobile app, web or kiosk can contact the programme consultant for assistance.

      Download SAM mobile app:
      Google Playstore
      Apple Appstore

      Online payment website: 
      https://mysam.singpost.com/webhome


      Credit Card 0% Interest Instalment Payment:

      Payment to be made at the Payment Counter:

      • 6/12 months – DBS/POSB/OCBC/Standard Chartered Bank/UOB
      • 6/12/24 months – AMEX/Maybank

      Online Instalment Payment Plan (IPP):

      • 6/12 months – AMEX/OCBC/Standard Chartered Bank

      Education Loan:

      Choice of flexible repayment schemes available to suit your needs:

      • Standard Repayment: Pay your monthly instalments (principal and interest) once your loan is disbursed.
      • Partial Repayment: Pay partial instalments for up to 3 years or till the end of your programme, whichever is earlier. Standard monthly instalments (principal and interest) will commence thereafter.
      • Interest Servicing: Pay only interest for up to 3 years or till the end of your programme, whichever is earlier. Standard monthly instalments (principal and interest) will commence thereafter.
      • Flexible repayment tenure of up to 8 years. 

      Please click here for more information on Maybank Education loan and here for OCBC Frank Education loan. Terms and conditions apply, subject to bank’s approval.


      Maybank and OCBC Education Loans:

      Flexible repayment tenure of up to 8 years

      For assistance, you may contact your programme consultant or the bank officers, by clicking on the link.


      Cheque Payment (Singapore banks only):

      Cheque should be made payable to “Kaplan Higher Education Academy Pte Ltd”.


      Flywire (for International Students):

      For international students making overseas remittance payments through Flywire, please make payment via https://flywire-pay.kaplan.com.sg/#/ (application and programme fees only).


      Interbank Transfer/Telegraphic Transfer:

      Students can make application fee and programme fee payments via Interbank Transfer or Telegraphic Transfer.

      Kaplan Higher Education Academy
      Bank account details: 
      Bank name: DBS Bank
      Bank address: 12 Marina Boulevard, DBS Asia Central, Marina Bay Financial Centre Tower 3, Singapore 018982
      Beneficiary’s name: Kaplan Higher Education Academy Pte Ltd
      Bank code: 7171
      Branch code: 001
      Account no.: 001-900452-7
      Swift code: DBSSSGSG

      Important Note:

      • Please fill in the “Payment description” column with your Invoice details and Student CT number which can be found in the student contract.
      • If you wish to make an application fee payment via this method, please contact your programme consultant to acquire your Student CT number.
      • For new students: please sign the student contract prior to making the transfer and provide a screenshot of your payment confirmation (including hard copy payment slips, if any) with your CT number to your programme consultant.
      • For existing students: please provide a screenshot of your payment confirmation (including hard copy payment slips, if any) to [email protected] or call 6496 5661 for assistance.
  • Fees

    • Local Applicants
      Apply Now

      Full-time (Local Applicants) – Click here to apply online.

      Course Fee

      Tuition Fee

      The total tuition fee covers university registration, lectures/tutorials/workshops and assessments such as assignments/tests/examinations/projects (where applicable), programme materials in digital format, Degree (if earned) and transcript.

      S$22,693.80 payable in 4 instalments 
      (12 units with exemptions) 

      S$30,258.40 payable in 4 instalments 
      (16 units) 

      Fee inclusive of 9% GST

      Receive a S$500 referral incentive when you recommend a friend to enrol in our Degree programme*

      *Click here for Terms and Conditions for Rebates and other Offers.


      Non-Refundable Application Fee

      S$239.80
      Fee inclusive of 9% GST


      Student Development Fee

      S$283.40*
      Fee inclusive of 9% GST

      *Payment for this fee will be included in the first instalment.

      The Student Development Fee covers the provision of a comprehensive range of initiatives aimed at enhancing the career and industry-readiness of Kaplan students, such as programmes aimed at improving interpersonal skills, technical and digital skills, as well as career advisory and job matching services. More details can be found here.

      Payment Options

      Payment Counter Operating Hours:

      Wilkie Edge Campus, Level 2, Payment Counter Operating Hours:
      9am – 8pm (Mondays to Fridays)
      9am – 3pm (Saturdays)

      Christmas Eve and New Year Eve: 9am to 1pm

      (Closed on Sundays, Public Holidays and Chinese New Year Eve)


      SingPost SAM Kiosk/Mobile App/Web/Kiosk:

      For New Students

      New students who wish to pay their application fee or their 1st instalment of the programme fee via SAM mobile app, web or kiosk can contact the programme consultant for assistance.

      Download SAM mobile app:
      Google Playstore
      Apple Appstore

      Online payment website: 
      https://mysam.singpost.com/webhome


      Credit Card 0% Interest Instalment Payment:

      Payment to be made at the Payment Counter:

      • 6/12 months – DBS/POSB/OCBC/Standard Chartered Bank/UOB
      • 6/12/24 months – AMEX/Maybank

      Online Instalment Payment Plan (IPP):

      • 6/12 months – AMEX/OCBC/Standard Chartered Bank

      Education Loan:

      Choice of flexible repayment schemes available to suit your needs:

      • Standard Repayment: Pay your monthly instalments (principal and interest) once your loan is disbursed.
      • Partial Repayment: Pay partial instalments for up to 3 years or till the end of your programme, whichever is earlier. Standard monthly instalments (principal and interest) will commence thereafter.
      • Interest Servicing: Pay only interest for up to 3 years or till the end of your programme, whichever is earlier. Standard monthly instalments (principal and interest) will commence thereafter.
      • Flexible repayment tenure of up to 8 years. 

      Please click here for more information on Maybank Education loan and here for OCBC Frank Education loan. Terms and conditions apply, subject to bank’s approval.


      Maybank and OCBC Education Loans:

      Flexible repayment tenure of up to 8 years

      For assistance, you may contact your programme consultant or the bank officers, by clicking on the link.


      Cheque Payment (Singapore banks only):

      Cheque should be made payable to “Kaplan Higher Education Academy Pte Ltd”.


      Flywire (for International Students):

      For international students making overseas remittance payments through Flywire, please make payment via https://flywire-pay.kaplan.com.sg/#/ (application and programme fees only).


      Interbank Transfer/Telegraphic Transfer:

      Students can make application fee and programme fee payments via Interbank Transfer or Telegraphic Transfer.

      Kaplan Higher Education Academy
      Bank account details: 
      Bank name: DBS Bank
      Bank address: 12 Marina Boulevard, DBS Asia Central, Marina Bay Financial Centre Tower 3, Singapore 018982
      Beneficiary’s name: Kaplan Higher Education Academy Pte Ltd
      Bank code: 7171
      Branch code: 001
      Account no.: 001-900452-7
      Swift code: DBSSSGSG

      Important Note:

      • Please fill in the “Payment description” column with your Invoice details and Student CT number which can be found in the student contract.
      • If you wish to make an application fee payment via this method, please contact your programme consultant to acquire your Student CT number.
      • For new students: please sign the student contract prior to making the transfer and provide a screenshot of your payment confirmation (including hard copy payment slips, if any) with your CT number to your programme consultant.
      • For existing students: please provide a screenshot of your payment confirmation (including hard copy payment slips, if any) to [email protected] or call 6496 5661 for assistance.
  • Duration
    Duration
    • Possible completion in 16 months (instead of 28 months)
    Maximum allowed candidature period
    • 12 credit points: 24 months
    • 24 credit points: 48 months
    • 36 credit points: 60 months
    • 48 credit points: 72 months
    • 72 credit points: 120 months
    • 96 credit points: 144 months
    • 120 credit points: 144 months

      If a student fails to complete the programme within the candidature period, they will not be entitled to any recourse or refund.

  • Duration
    Duration
    • Possible completion in 16 months (instead of 28 months)
    Maximum allowed candidature period
    • 12 credit points: 24 months
    • 24 credit points: 48 months
    • 36 credit points: 60 months
    • 48 credit points: 72 months
    • 72 credit points: 120 months
    • 96 credit points: 144 months
    • 120 credit points: 144 months

      If a student fails to complete the programme within the candidature period, they will not be entitled to any recourse or refund.

Life Beyond Classrooms

Experience Kaplan’s supportive learning environment inside and out.

A Supportive Environment

At Kaplan, our conducive environment helps stimulate minds, encourage exploration and achieve excellence. Find out how this helped our student Jordan Sukaimi become a World Dance Champion! Check out the video here.

Learn more about the Kaplan way:
Culture of Support 
Future Ready 
Student Engagement 
Career Readiness

Contact us now / Download Brochure

We just need a few details to assist you better

Please refer to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Carmen_161672_Fn

Please do not hesitate to get in touch with our dedicated consultant for this programme for more information.

Carmen Chen

1Accreditations remain subject to accreditation providers. Kaplan Higher Education Academy is not responsible for any changes in accreditation requirements or loss of accreditation status not attributable to Kaplan Higher Education Academy.