Master in Artificial Intelligence

Cost

Master 1 (M1)​

Enrollment: 70.000 FCFA

1.300.000 FCFA

Payable in installments or monthly payments.

Master 2 (M2)​

Enrollment: 70.000 FCFA

1.500.000 FCFA

Payable in installments or monthly payments.

An Innovative and Quality Expert Training in Artificial Intelligence

The Master’s degree in Artificial Intelligence (AI) is aimed at students and professionals who want to become specialists and experts in AI. It is open to the holders of a Bachelor’s degree. This program stands out from undergraduate Data Science programs in that it allows students to deepen their knowledge specifically in the area of machine learning, deep learning, and their applications. Upon completion of the Master’s degree, graduates will have received strong training as computer engineers (in artificial intelligence).

IT developer updating AI systems
Presentation

The Master’s degree in Artificial Intelligence (AI) prepares students for a wide range of data-centric careers, whether in technology and engineering, consulting, science, and policy-making. The Master in Artificial Intelligence will provide a solid conceptual foundation, a deep understanding through several practical experiences, first with project-based courses and case studies, and then with an internship directly with an industrial partner, which facilitates graduate placement. The program will also foster the development of managerial skills and soft skills through practical real-life scenarios.

Students have the option to choose between two tracks. The research track promotes the development of the scientific component of the student’s training by deepening knowledge and initiation in the research careers. The professional track promotes the development of the student’s training by enhancing knowledge and acquiring deeper hands-on experience.

Students will benefit from LIAT’s strong links with the industry organizations seeking to incorporate these new technologies into their products and services as well as from our world-renowned faculty.

The first semester of the Master’s degree will be devoted to upgrading knowledge and the Intensive English Program (IEP) which are required for successful continuation of studies. The Master’s degree in AI consists of 120 credits and it is required to earn at least 60 credits at each level.

The pedagogy is based on Learning by Doing, focusing on practical work: plenty of coding exercises and guided mini-projects to be completed on your computer during the courses. Students enrolled in the Master’s in AI will build a strong foundation in machine learning, deep learning, generative AI, and data science. Classes feature collaborative activities like online discussions and group projects. Through the Capstone project, you have the opportunity to work innovatively and creatively, applying the skills you have gained to real-world challenges.

Students have access to our world-class Labs (LIAT-AI and LIAT-CySec) and to the state-of-the art equipment, providing them with the optimal environment to develop their operational skills and projects.

Our Master’s in AI continually integrates the latest technological advances and best practices in the industry. We regularly update the curriculum with the new trends and tools, in collaboration with the industry experts. Our students use cutting-edge technologies and participate in professional events organized by LIAT and our industry partners.

Skills

Upon completion of this program, students will have professional skills and know-how enabling them to:

  • Design AI-based solutions for complex problems
  • Master the conceptual, semantic, and algorithmic issues raised by artificial intelligence and data science
  • Develop a general and in-depth understanding of various aspects of AI in different fields (banking and finance, transportation, healthcare, telecommunications, etc.)
  • Acquire strong theoretical knowledge as well as good practical experience in artificial intelligence and data science
  • Evaluate the development and implementation of solutions and applications
  • Write a project proposal and communicate results
  • Design and develop systems for managing big and heterogeneous data
  • Build, evaluate, and interpret analytical and learning models, taking into account the nature of the data
  • Program predictive models, deep learning models, and graphical models with Python, and master machine learning frameworks
  • Visualize data and illustrate results using programming tools
  • Combine business skills with AI expertise
  • Master all aspects of AI implementation in companies
Careers Perspectives

With our Master’s degree in AI, take your career to the next level with a valuable skillset. Several job opportunities will be open to you in the industry and the public sector. Graduates of the Master’s in AI can work in companies developing innovative software, in start-ups or in the industry R&D departments. They can also join a research Lab or pursue into PhD degree.

Career Opportunities:
After the Master's in Artificial Intelligence, you will be able to work as:

PhD (doctorate) Programs:

Program

The curriculum for the Master’s in AI has been specifically designed to provide students with the latest knowledge and skills in the ever-evolving field of technology mainly in AI and data science. The topics covered in the Master’s degree in AI include:

Master 1 (M1)Master 2 (M2)
PythonProcessing scientific and technical information
Mathematical tools for Data Science and AIProject financing and budgeting
Machine Learning tools and softwareFinancing technology companies
Search strategiesDevOps/MLOps
Planning and monitoring technological projectsAdvanced concepts in AI-based IT security
Machine LearningSecurity in cloud computing
Foundations of Artificial Intelligence: methods and algorithmsSignal and speech processing
Deep LearningImage processing and computer vision
Statistical methods for machine learningAutomatic natural language processing
Recommendation systemsEthical AI, Trusted AI, Responsible AI
Unsupervised learning and time seriesFoundations of Generative AI
Analysis and design of algorithmsEntrepreneurship and Innovation
Structured and unstructured databases (SQL, NoSQL)Internship
Data visualization, exploration, analysis and processing
Artificial Intelligence project
Communication and English

An internship of four (4) to six (6) months completes the Master’s degree in AI. As part of this internship, students must write a Master’s thesis and defend it in front of an evaluation committee (jury). An optional 2 to 3 months internship can be completed during the first year of the Master’s degree. These internships can be carried out in a company or in a research Lab.

Regular seminars are organized with local and world-class experts to give students a global view of the issues and challenges of data science, artificial intelligence and cybersecurity.

Admission

Admission is only possible for Master 1 (M1). Learning artificial intelligence at the Master’s level is an ambitious and demanding program. We believe it is best to complete it over two academic years (4 semesters).

Selection is made by reviewing the application package, and if necessary, an interview via video conference or in person. The complete admission procedure is as follows:

  • Submit the admission application
  • Interview with the admission committee
  • Payment of registration fees

Prerequisites

  • Holder of a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in science and technology
  • Good skills in mathematics and computer science
  • Experience in at least one programming language

Required Documents

Please fill out the online application form. You will need the following documents:

  • Identity document (National ID, passport, or driving license)
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Bachelor’s degree diploma
  • Transcripts from post-high school years
  • Two (2) color passport-sized photos
  • Cover Letter
  • Curriculum vitae (CV) or Resumé

After submitting your application, if your profile meets the requirements, you will be contacted for an interview (via video conference or in person) with the admission committee. During the interview, you will be able to present your experiences and your motivation to join this program.

Subsequently, you will receive a response regarding your admission application. If you are accepted to enroll at LIAT, you will need to pay the registration fees according to the conditions specified in your admission letter.

Cost & Scholarships

Your choice of university or higher education institution should not be based on financial considerations, but rather on real criteria, such as: quality of the programs, specific features of the institution, expertise and reputation of the faculty, potential job opportunities, suitability for your personal and professional project. The timetable for the payment of the tuition fees will be sent to you.
The tuition and application fees are:

DesignationMaster 1 (M1)Master 2 (M2)
Application fees70.000 FCFA80.000 FCFA
Students Association5000 FCFA5000 FCFA
Monthly cost130.000 FCFA150.000 FCFA
Monthly cost (students subsidised by their company)150.000 FCFA180.000 FCFA
Annual cost1st installment500.000 FCFA500.000 FCFA
2nd installment500.000 FCFA500.000 FCFA
3rd installment500.000 FCFA600.000 FCFA
Annual cost (in a single payment)1.300.000 FCFA1.500.000 FCFA
Annual cost (students subsidised by their company)1.500.000 FCFA1.800.000 FCFA

Unfortunately, we don’t have a scholarship system at this stage. However, we do offer tuition fees reductions for students who have completed their Bachelor’s degree with honor and distinction.
Moreover, through our Solidarity Fund, some assistance might be provided on a need basis.

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