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Graduate Certificate – Artificial Intelligence at Athabasca University

Athabasca University, Canada

Programme overview

Get the technical skills and tools you need to understand and utilize machine learning, natural language processing, deep learning, and more with Athabasca University’s Graduate Certificate – Artificial Intelligence.

Faculty: Faculty of Science and Technology  |  Study mode: online  |  Location: Athabasca, Alberta, Canada

What you will study

In this program, you'll complete four courses that employ a team-based approach to tackle real-world analytical issues. Your studies will cover a broad range of skills, from communication and collaboration to technical abilities like data mining, using software tools like R, SAS, and Tableau.

Career pathways

After completing the Graduate Certificate – Artificial Intelligence, you'll be well-equipped for various career paths in fields like health care, business, government and education, where intelligent systems and AI-driven decision-making are increasingly essential. The program prepares you to apply artificial intelligence techniques, machine learning models, and data-driven insights to real‑world organizational challenges.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Admission requirements include a baccalaureate degree in a related area or equivalent education and experience.

Domestic applicants: CAD 8,264 for the whole programme (2026). Estimated total programme tuition for a student living in Canada taking all courses at Athabasca University, 2026-2027 (courses starting Sep 1, 2026 to Aug 31, 2027). Course tuition includes the course administration/technology fee, course materials fee a Source

Undergraduate programmes have continuous enrolment: applications are accepted throughout the year and students can start registering for courses as soon as the online application is complete.

Graduate Certificates in Instructional Design and Technology-Based Learning: three program intakes per year, for course starts in spring (May), fall (late August) and winter (January).

Graduate Certificates in Artificial Intelligence, Data Analytics, Information Security and Information Technology Management: two program intakes per year, Fall (September) and Winter (January).

Post-Master's Certificate in Counselling: starts in May, September and January.

There are no application deadlines for most undergraduate programs; the one-time, non-refundable general application fee is $141 (2026-2027).

Graduate Certificates in Instructional Design and Technology-Based Learning: apply by January 15 for a spring start, May 15 for a fall start and September 15 for a winter start. Program application fee $201 and admission fee $265.

Graduate Certificates in Artificial Intelligence, Data Analytics, Information Security and Information Technology Management: apply by March 1 for the Fall session and Oct. 1 for the Winter session. Program application fee $201 and admission fee $265.

Post-Master's Certificate in Counselling: apply by Dec. 1 for May, April 1 for September and Aug. 1 for January. Program application fee $201 and admission fee $265.

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