University of Florida

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Admission Snapshot

Typical admitted student: A bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, mathematics, or a related field with a minimum GPA of 3.0 is required; relevant programming experience or coursework in Python and statistics is preferred.

About This Program

This 9-credit university-wide certificate is designed for students across all majors to understand AI fundamentals and apply these technologies to real-world problems within their specific disciplines.

Career Outcomes

Develop ai applications skills to advance as AI Engineer in Cross-Industry AI

• 1. AI/ML Engineer
• 2. Data Scientist
• 3. AI Ethics Consultant
• 4. Machine Learning Specialist

What You'll Learn

• Implement machine learning algorithms for data analysis and prediction.
• Design and train deep neural networks for computer vision and NLP tasks.
• Apply generative AI models to create content and solve real-world problems.
• Evaluate ethical implications and biases in AI systems.

Curriculum Highlights

The program requires three courses: one in AI fundamentals, one in AI ethics, and a college-specific elective focusing on AI applications in fields like business, engineering, or education.

Top Employers

Top employers include Google, Microsoft, Amazon, and IBM.

Admissions

A bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, mathematics, or a related field with a minimum GPA of 3.0 is required; relevant programming experience or coursework in Python and statistics is preferred.

Application Materials

• Statement of Purpose: Required
• Letters of Recommendation: 2–3
• Resume: Required
• Transcripts: Official transcripts required

Academic Requirements

• Degree Required: Bachelor's degree
• GRE/GMAT: Not Required
• TOEFL/IELTS: Required for international students (TOEFL 80+ / IELTS 6.5+)