University of West Florida

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Admission Snapshot

Typical admitted student: High school diploma or equivalent with a minimum GPA of 2.5–3.0 required; SAT/ACT scores optional for many programs but recommended for competitive admission.

About This Program

A career-focused degree program that prepares students to develop computerized solutions through interdisciplinary teams within global and societal contexts.

Career Outcomes

Begin AI Engineer career in Cross-Industry AI with robotics focus

• 1. Machine Learning Engineer
• 2. AI Systems Developer
• 3. Robotics Software Engineer
• 4. Data Scientist (Intelligent Systems)

What You'll Learn

• Design and implement machine learning models for intelligent decision-making.
• Analyze and optimize algorithms for AI applications.
• Develop autonomous systems using neural networks and reinforcement learning.
• Apply ethical principles to intelligent systems development.

Curriculum Highlights

The curriculum includes study in net-centric computing and computer architecture, with a focus area in intelligent systems, robotics, and human factors.

Top Employers

Top employers include tech leaders like Google, Microsoft, Amazon, and NVIDIA, as well as defense contractors and research labs.

Admissions

High school diploma or equivalent with a minimum GPA of 2.5–3.0 required; SAT/ACT scores optional for many programs but recommended for competitive admission.

Application Materials

• Statement of Purpose: Optional
• Letters of Recommendation: Optional
• Resume: Optional
• Transcripts: Official transcripts required

Academic Requirements

• Degree Required: High School Diploma
• GRE/GMAT: Not Required
• TOEFL/IELTS: Required for international students (TOEFL 80+ / IELTS 6.5+)