Artificial Intelligence
Purdue University in West Lafayette
Human and machine interactions are growing at an exponential pace (just ask Alexa or Siri). So what does it mean to make ethical decisions regarding artificial intelligence and data usage?
Innovations in technology, big data, and artificial intelligence have consequences that deserve thoughtful, intentional consideration. How is big data used? What about privacy? Or bias? How do machines influence humans? What is responsible technology?
This major is for people who are science-curious and want to work in a space where innovative technology is developing yet don’t want to engineer the system or people who want to explore the human aspects of machine learning, artificial intelligence, and big data. It is also for the people building the technology and writing the code who recognize their obligation to use technology and data responsibly.
Choosing the AI Degree That's Right For You
Purdue University now offers three degree schemes for students interested in studying and pursuing a career in Artificial Intelligence. Depending on your math background in high school, your academic interests and your career goals, one of these three degrees in Artificial Intelligence may be the right fit for you.
- BA, Artificial Intelligence – for students proficient in calculus who also love liberal arts classes – study the ethics of AI and its role in and impact on humanity. Pursue a career in the creative and managerial sides of technology.
- BS, Artificial Intelligence – for students proficient in calculus who also love math classes – learn the theory and design behind AI technologies. Pursue a career in tech working with and designing AI.
- BS, ECE w/ Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning Concentration – for students proficient in calculus who love science classes – study how to design new technologies and learn how AI can be used in that process. Pursue a career in industry developing new technologies, but not necessarily AI.
Student Spotlight: Research and Internship Opportunities with A.I.
My name is Noelia Alvarez, and I am studying A.I. (Artificial Intelligence, B.A.) through Purdue University’s Department of Philosophy. One of greatest experiences I have had at Purdue was being an undergraduate researcher focusing on the perception between algorithms and democracy. This past summer, with support from the Philosophy department, and the College of Liberal arts, I was able to live in Washington D.C. while interning at the Bipartisan Policy Center with the business and technology team. I helped with the A.I. 101 initiative backed by Google to inform Congressional staff about A.I. In addition, my A.I. major has allowed me to explore other industries such as venture capital, as an HP Corporate Venture Capital & Business Analytics Extern, and consulting, through a non-profit consulting externship in collaboration with PwC. My major has allowed me to gain essential skills in researching the social impacts of artificial intelligence and the ability to better navigate our ever-growing complex information landscape.
Plan of Study
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Purdue admits to individual majors. Transfer students must meet Purdue's overall transfer criteria, as well as any major-specific requirements. Before you apply, check the closed programs page to confirm this major is open to transfer students. If it is, refer to the information below for major-specific transfer criteria.
Minimum GPA: 2.5
Contact Information
Samantha Ooley, Academic Program Manager
swalker@purdue.edu
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Careers in Artificial Intelligence
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