Starts from
September 2026
Duration
16 months
Format
On-Campus
Designed to prepare graduates for success in this fast-growing field, this MS in applied AI degree program has been developed in close collaboration with key industry and government stakeholders to provide in-depth practical and technical training.
The strengths of our program include a significant emphasis on real-world applications, ethics, moral responsibility and social good in designing AI-enabled systems.
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Curriculum Overview:
Probability and Statistics for Artificial Intelligence
Introduction to AI
Machine Learning: Fundamentals, Application & Operations
Neural Networks and Deep Learning
Natural Language Processing and GenAI
Applied Computer Vision for AI
Data Analytics and Internet of Things
Applied AI Ethics
Capstone Project
Applied Machine Learning Specialist
Applied Machine Learning Specialists design and develop machine learning and deep learning systems.
Projected Salary
$121,299
Artificial Intelligence Engineer
AI Engineers are problem solvers who work with machine learning techniques like natural language processing and neural networks to build models that power AI-based selection
Projected Salary
$180,000
Machine Learning Engineer
Machine Learning Engineers are involved with developing software that learns from data and builds automated, predictive models to derive insights and solve problems.
Projected Salary
$155,000
Our dedicated career development ecosystem connects students with global employers, mentorship networks, and industry experiences that accelerate real-world success. We support students in developing and achieving career goals that lead to meaningful lives.
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Career exploration trips
Explore careers firsthand through Torero Treks — visits to leading companies across the US, offering insider access to industries, alumni, and real workplace environments.
Alumni Network
Join a powerful community of 50,000+ USD alumni — with 60% in Silicon Valley - offering lifelong connections, mentorship, and exclusive job opportunities.
Career Readiness Program
The Career Readiness Program delivers personalized guidance, résumé & interview prep, job-search tools, and dedicated career support throughout your journey.
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USD develops not only accomplished professionals but also responsible leaders committed to advancing global progress. Through rigorous academics and mission-driven training, students discover their purpose and develop the capabilities to influence society at every level.
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Jim Parsons
Actor, Primetime Emmy and Golden Globe Winner
Mike Brown
Associate head coach for the Golden State Warriors of the National Basketball Association (NBA)
Lowell McAdam
Former President
CEO of Verizon Communications
Dr. Craig Venter
American biochemist & geneticist. Founder of Celera Genomics, Institute for Genomic Research and the J. Craig Venter Institute
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