PGDip

Applied Artificial Intelligence

Learn more about studying Applied Artificial Intelligence as an international student.

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Key facts

  • Program
    Postgraduate diploma
  • Duration
    9 months
  • Program
    On campus
  • Pace
    Full-time
  • Annual tuition fee
    18,200USD
  • Start date
    Mar, Sep

Program overview

What the University of California, Riverside Extension says about their program:

Be the force shaping tomorrow’s technology. With AI projected to create 97 million new jobs by 2025, the Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Artificial Intelligence equips you to seize leading opportunities. In just 9 months, master machine learning, data preparation, and model optimization, gaining real-world experience through a U.S. internship.

  • Understand AI fundamentals like machine learning, deep learning, and model development
  • Master data preparation to build reliable, high-performing models
  • Develop advanced models, including large language models (LLMs)
  • Optimize performance with retrieval-augmented generation (RAG)
  • Deploy real-world solutions and present results with confidence
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Admission requirements

Postgraduate academic requirements

A Bachelor's degree in an academic discipline relevant to the proposed field of study (or equivalent)

English proficiency

  • TOEFL iBT

    80

  • IELTS

    6.5

  • Duolingo English Test

    100

English proficiency waivers

  • Student comes from a native English speaking country
  • Completion of UG/PG degree taught in English

Documents required

  • Program Application Fee
  • Copy of your passport photo page
  • Bachelor's degree diploma
  • Transcripts with proof of degree completion
  • Statement of Financial Support form
  • Proof of funds
  • Score from an official English language proficiency exam
  • Copy of your most up-to-date resume
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Fees and funding

Fee information

  • Postgraduate diploma

    $18,200 per program

  • Master of Business Preparation Program (MBPP)

    $25,000 per program

Funding

UCR University Extension Scholarship for Student Success

- Scholarships can be used to cover the costs of courses in certificate programs that span all academic areas

Eligibility requirements:

  • Students must have applied for, and been accepted into, a current professional or academic program and have completed at least 8 units of credit with a grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 or higher.
  • International students must have applied for candidacy in a credit-based certificate or academic program by the start of the quarter in which the student is requesting to receive a scholarship.
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What is the cost of living near University of California, Riverside Extension?

Local figures aren't available yet — values reflect USA-wide averages.

Category Cost  (in United States Dollar)
Rent, 1-bed apartment in city centre$1,652
Rent, 1-bed apartment outside centre$1,349
Utilities (electricity, heating, water, refuse)$214
Internet (60 Mbps unlimited)$73
Mobile phone plan (data + calls)$61
Monthly public transport pass$65
Monthly grocery basket$350
Coffee shop drink$5
Cinema or cultural event ticket$15
Gym membership$45

Indicative monthly costs per person.

Data sourced from numbeo.com (Crowdsourced).

Visa requirements for the University of California, Riverside Extension

Many international students will require a visa to study in the US, and this is a vital step of your study abroad journey. Make sure you understand the requirements you may need to meet before applying.

USA student visa requirements