Drexel University's online Graduate Certificate in Applied Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning provides a foundational introduction to the application of artificial intelligence and machine learning to a wide range of modern technical challenges. Students learn how to utilize current computational methods and libraries to analyze and build intelligent systems and how to apply them to real-world problems. This 12-credit, 4-course program is offered entirely online making it convenient for working professionals to gain knowledge in this growing field.
Drexel University’s online Graduate Certificate in Applied Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning may be stacked with other certificates to customize your education and/or earn credits toward a master's degree in computer science, data science or artificial intelligence.
Drexel University offers a variety of Graduate Minors that can be added to any master's degree program.
State restrictions may apply to some programs.
This program is organized into four 10-week quarters per year (as opposed to the traditional two semester system) which means you can take more courses in a shorter time period. One semester credit is equivalent to 1.5 quarter credits.
| Required Courses | ||
| CS 501 | Introduction to Programming | 3.0 |
| or CS 570 | Programming Foundations | |
| CS 614 | Applications of Machine Learning | 3.0 |
| INFO 629 | Applied Artificial Intelligence | 3.0 |
| Elective Courses (choose 1) | 3.0 | |
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CS 502
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Data Structures and Algorithms | |
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CS 503
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Systems Basics | |
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DSCI 501
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Quantitative Foundations of Data Science | |
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DSCI 511
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Data Acquisition and Pre-Processing | |
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DSCI 521
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Data Analysis and Interpretation | |
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DSCI 631
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Applied Machine Learning for Data Science | |
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INFO 612
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Knowledge-based Systems | |
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INFO 692
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Explainable Artificial Intelligence | |
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INFO 693
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Human–Artificial Intelligence Interaction | |
| Total Credits | 12.0 | |
With multiple ways to submit documents, Drexel makes it easy to complete your application. Learn more by visiting our Completing Your Application Guide.
You must have access to a computer that meets or exceeds the minimum configuration outlined in the College of Computing and Informatics's Computer and Technology Requirements Guide.
For the academic year 2025-2026, students enrolled in an online graduate academic program will be charged a graduate online program fee of $125 per year.
2025-2026 Academic Year
Term
Classes Begin
Classes End
Exams Begin
Exams End
Fall 2025
September 22, 2025
December 6, 2025
December 8, 2025
December 13, 2025
Winter 2026
January 5, 2026
March 14, 2026
March 16, 2026
March 21, 2026
Spring 2026
March 30, 2026
June 6, 2026
June 8, 2026
June 13, 2026
Summer 2026
June 22, 2026
August 29, 2026
August 31, 2026
September 5, 2026