Speaking of AI, do you think it’s is just a passing trend that’ll soon fade, with no real longevity to the many AI courses in Singapore nowadays?
Surely not! Quite evidently, from healthcare to transport, AI has already entered our daily lives and is here to stay. If anything, it’ll only grow more pervasive: for example, Meta shared how AI could possibly translate Hokkien to English[i]! In fact, AI apprenticeships in Singapore is set to increase, and three new centres of innovation for AI are in the pipeline[ii].
And so, if you want to pick up some AI skills in light of this information, you’re in luck! There are many avenues in Singapore for you to do so, with plenty of courses to pursue. And right here already are some that may be of interest!
All course fees are for 2021/22 intakes unless specified, and are subject to changes depending on the school; fees do not include miscellaneous fees. Do note that this is a non-exhaustive list!
[i] https://www.channelnewsasia.com/business/real-time-translation-hokkien-english-meta-ai-speech-translation-3018756
[ii] https://www.straitstimes.com/business/singapore-to-invest-71-million-to-attract-develop-ai-tech-talent-dpm-heng
Degree
1. SIM General Education – Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Computer Science (Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence)
This degree is fully taught and awarded by the University of London, UK. It will be fully taught by the university’s faculty via Coursera’s online education platform, with SIM GE lecturers serving as learning facilitators. Students will be take specialist modules in their final year and get to explore directions they have developed an interest in through specialist elective modules such as Games Development and Virtual Reality.
Programme Duration: Three years, full-time
Accreditation: SIM General Education is EduTrust certified.
Curriculum: Study modules such as Discrete mathematics, Agile software projects, Software design and development, as well as specialist modules such as Natural language processing and Virtual reality
Course Fees: SGD 40,080 (approximate)
Prospects: Potential roles for graduates include Machine Learning Engineer and Systems Analyst.
Diploma
1. Lithan Academy – Professional Diploma in Artificial Intelligence
Learn Python Machine Learning programming, statistical modelling, Azure Machine Learning models in JupyterNotebook, Deep Learning and Natural Language processing(NLP) to define the next generation of Artificial Intelligence solutions and make inferences from knowledge.
Through their training programme, you will learn the skills relevant to your work. Coupled with real-world projects which are mentored by industry experts, you will be able to perform on the first day of your job upon the completion of your training.
Programme Duration: 6 months full-time, 9 months part-time
Curriculum: Introduction to Python and AI for Data Science, Applied Machine Learning, Advanced Techniques in Data Analytics, Deep Learning Foundations, Reinforcement Learning Foundations, Develop Applied AI Solutions.
Course Fees:
S$ 18,000 (excluding misc. Fees);
S$ 5,778.00 after SkillsFuture Funding (with GST);
S$ 2,178.00 after SkillsFuture Mid-Career Enhanced Subsidy (SFMCES, with GST);
Job Placement Assistance : Help 500 locals (Singaporeans & PRs) found their dream careers every year.
Prospects: You will receive a Professional Diploma in Artificial Intelligence by Lithan Academy as well as multiple statements of attainment by SkillsFuture Singapore. Becoming an AI developer.
2. Temasek Polytechnic – Diploma in Applied Artificial Intelligence
Newly launched in 2021, you will learn how to develop chatbots, use machine learning and deep learning algorithms, and more in this course. You will also get to hone your skills in the TP-Nvidia AI Technology Centre, which is currently the only centre of its kind to be set up in a Polytechnic.
Programme duration: Three years, full-time
Curriculum: Study modules like Cloud Technologies, Deep Learning and Object Recognition, Computational Thinking, AI Essentials, as well as Database Application Development
Course fees: SGD 2,987.50 for Singaporeans <40, SGD 6,117.50 for Permanent Residents, and SGD 11,150.70 for international students
Prospects: Potential roles for course graduates include AI or machine learning engineers, application developers and data analysts.
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Short Courses
1. Singapore Management University – SMU Certificate in Artificial Intelligence
This intermediate-level course caters to executives and is available fully online. It is taught by investor and serial entrepreneur Joel Ko, the co-founder of technology investment company Deepbase AI and affiliate faculty of SMU. SMU advises that you take the ‘Artificial Intelligence: A Layman’s Approach’ course, have basic coding experience and be comfortable with basic level algebra before signing up for this executive programme.
Programme Duration: Five days (9am-5pm)
Curriculum: The certificate programme comprises two modules: they are Building AI Capability with Basic Coding for Business and Mastering Machine Learning with Coding.
Course Fees: SGD 1,605 for Singaporeans aged 40 and below. Fees can go as low as SGD605.00 after maximum funding. The full fee for the course is SGD 5,350.00, and it is SkillsFuture credit claimable.
Prospects: You will receive Certificates of Participation upon successful completion of the course.
2. ITE-Intel® AI For Citizens: – A Global AI Public Awareness Program
This self-paced course is free to Singaporeans and was developed by Intel. Its content is suitable for those with no knowledge of AI and is hosted on the Gnowbe self-learning platform. All course-takers will be awarded personalized, shareable and printable badges (one per track) after successfully completing in-course quizzes.
Programme duration: Four hours
Curriculum: Two tracks called AI Aware and AI Appreciate.
Course fees: Free
Prospects: NA
3. Ngee Ann Polytechnic (CET Academy) – Artificial Intelligence in Finance (Online course)
The first-industry led course for AI in Finance, this online course comprises video lectures by senior lecturers, readings and video interviews from industry experts. There are a total of 19 modules and you will have to complete a quiz after each one. There will be online discussion forums that let you discuss learnings and insights with fellow course takers. You do not need to have prior knowledge in AI to take this course, although some knowledge in fintech will be helpful.
Programme duration: 10-12 hours, self-paced
Curriculum: Four topics, with a total of 19 modules. The four topics in question are An Industry Overview of AI, AI Technologies, Implementing AI in an Enterprise, and Applications of AI in Finance respectively.
Course fees: SGD 108.90-963.00 (full fee)
Prospects: You will complete the course with a Certificate of Completion of “Artificial Intelligence in Finance”.
Graduate/Postgraduate
1. Nanyang Polytechnic – Specialist Diploma in Applied Artificial Intelligence
Nanyang Polytechnic’s Specialist Diploma in Applied Artificial Intelligence will cover AI concepts and practical AI skills, with the goal of producing graduates who are able to solve real-world problems.
Programme Duration: 19 weeks long (6:30-9:30pm, three times weekly)
Curriculum: The course comprises two PDCs. The first is the PDC in AI Foundation and Machine Learning, made up of the Introduction to Artificial Intelligence, Data Science Foundation, Essentials of Machine Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms and a Machine Learning Project. The second is the PDC in Deep learning and AI Applications, made up of Foundations of Deep Learning, Deep Learning Networks, AI Application with Deep Learning, Application Development using AI services and a Deep Learning Project.
Course Fees: SGD 1,093.00 for Singaporeans < 40, SGD 728.70 for Singaporeans ≥ 40 and above, and SGD 2,914.70 for Permanent Residents. SME-sponsored Singapore Citizens & Permanent Residents will have to pay SGD 752.50 and SGD 871.70 respectively. The full course fee is SGD 7,286.70.
Prospects: Course takers will be presented with a Specialist Diploma qualification upon successful completion of the course.
2. Temasek Polytechnic – Specialist Diploma in AI Solutions Development
This diploma caters to fresh graduates and working professionals with a Polytechnic diploma in a technology-related field. You will be assessed via class participation, class tests, assignments and projects.
Programme Duration: One year, part-time, twice-weekly (7-10pm)
Curriculum: The course comprises two PDCs. The first is the PDC in Machine Learning in AI, made up of the Principles of Machine Learning and the Machine Learning Solutions Development modules. The second is the PDC in Deep Learning AI, made up of the Principles of Deep Learning and Deep Learning Solutions Development modules. This course is SkillsFuture credit claimable.
Course Fees: SGD 436.56 for Singaporeans < 40, SGD 295.32 for Singaporeans ≥ 40 and above, and SGD 1,168.44 for Permanent Residents. SME-sponsored Singapore Citizens & Permanent Residents will have to pay SGD 304.56. The full course fee is SGD 2,914.68.
Prospects: Entry-level positions such as Application Developers
3. Nanyang Polytechnic – Specialist Diploma in Applied Artificial Intelligence
Nanyang Polytechnic’s Specialist Diploma in Applied Artificial Intelligence will cover AI concepts and practical AI skills, with the goal of producing graduates who are able to solve real-world problems.
Programme Duration: 19 weeks long (6:30-9:30pm, three times weekly)
Curriculum: The course comprises two PDCs. The first is the PDC in AI Foundation and Machine Learning, made up of the Introduction to Artificial Intelligence, Data Science Foundation, Essentials of Machine Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms and a Machine Learning Project. The second is the PDC in Deep learning and AI Applications, made up of Foundations of Deep Learning, Deep Learning Networks, AI Application with Deep Learning, Application Development using AI services and a Deep Learning Project.
Course Fees: SGD 1,093.00 for Singaporeans < 40, SGD 728.70 for Singaporeans ≥ 40 and above, and SGD 2,914.70 for Permanent Residents. SME-sponsored Singapore Citizens & Permanent Residents will have to pay SGD 752.50 and SGD 871.70 respectively. The full course fee is SGD 7,286.70.
Prospects: Course takers will be presented with a Specialist Diploma qualification upon successful completion of the course.
4. Singapore Polytechnic – Specialist Diploma in Data Science (Artificial Intelligence)
According to the course page, this specialist diploma caters to working adults and will teach course takers how to “apply machine-learning algorithms to design and develop intelligent software applications and cognitive products”. It will teach foundational training in data science, before going into specialised skill sets in the areas of Applied Machine Learning and AI Interfaces.
Programme Duration: One year, part-time (evenings)
Curriculum: The course comprises two PDCs. The first is the PDC in Fundamentals of Data Science, made up of the Introduction to Statistics for Data Science and the Introduction to Programming for Data Science modules. The second is the PDC in Artificial Intelligence, made up of the Applied Machine Learning and AI Human Interface modules.
Course Fees: SGD 983.70 for Singaporeans < 40, SGD 655.80 for Singaporeans ≥ 40 and above, and SGD 2,623.21 for Permanent Residents. SME-sponsored Singapore Citizens & Permanent Residents will have to pay SGD 677.25 and SGD 784.51 respectively. The full course fee is SGD 6,558.03. This course is SkillsFuture credit claimable.
Prospects: Course takers will be presented with a Specialist Diploma qualification upon successful completion of the course, and will also be eligible for credit exemptions on SUTD’s ModularMasters in Data Science programme.
5. Republic Polytechnic – Specialist Diploma in Applied Artificial Intelligence
This diploma is offered as both a specialist diploma and a Work-Study Post-Diploma. It covers both AI theory and practicum, such as the application of recommender systems and how to use tools like Raspberry Pi.
Programme Duration: 270 hours (approximately one year)
Curriculum: The course comprises two PDCs. The first is the PDC in Fundamentals of Artificial Intelligence, made up of the Math for Machine Learning, Introduction to Programming, Introduction to Data Management for Machine Learning and the Machine Learning Fundamentals modules. The second is the PDC in Artificial Intelligence, made up of the Pattern Recognition & Anomaly Detection, Recommender Systems, Virtual Assistants and Capstone Project modules.
Course Fees: SGD 1,213.38 for Singaporeans < 40, SGD 808.92 for Singaporeans ≥ 40 and above, and SGD 3,264.57 for Permanent Residents. SME-sponsored Singapore Citizens & Permanent Residents will have to pay SGD 835.38. This course is SkillsFuture credit claimable.
Prospects: According to Republic Polytechnic, career opportunities for course graduates include the AI Engineer, Application Developer and Machine Learning Engineer roles.
6. AI Singapore – AI for Everyone (AI4E)® courses
AI Singapore is a national research and innovation programme launched by the National Research Foundation (NRF). It offers AI training and learning courses for everyone interested in developing AI literacy and capabilities. Professionals can benefit from various free courses and Corporate Memberships for organisations, while students can participate in the Student Outreach Programme that offers opportunities to acquire course certifications and a paid internship opportunity with the organisation.
Programme Duration: Dependent on chosen course
Accreditation: NA
Curriculum: Dependent on chosen course
Course Fees: Free, but premium courses are available. You must purchase a Premium membership (annual).
Prospects: AI enthusiasts can consider applying for the AI Apprenticeship Programme (AIAP®)
7. Singapore Management University – 5-Day AI Bootcamp
An intermediate-level course catering to professionals looking to pick up applied deep learning techniques, this bootcamp helps you grasp the fundamentals of AI and machine learning. SMU Academy (SMU’s professional training arm) has partnered with WeCloudData, Canada’s leading data and AI training company, to offer this course, and course will be awarded a digital Certificate of Completion.
Programme Duration: 5 days (9am–5pm on weekdays)
Accreditation: NA
Curriculum: Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Active Learning, Natural Language Processing
Course Fees: SGD5350.00 (as low as SGD605.00 after relevant funding or subsidies). This course is SkillsFuture Credit claimable.
8. Nanyang Technological University – Master of Science in Artificial Intelligence (MSAI)
This is a Master of Science by coursework. Students will be taught by faculty from the NTU
School of Computer Science and Engineering (SCSE), and other disciplines, on how to use AI theory techniques and tools to solve real world problems. There will be hands-on projects to help you reinforce your learning, and chances to work with AI faculty members for research or industrial related projects.
To enrol, you will require a degree-level qualification in computer science, computer engineering or a related discipline.
Programme Duration: 1 year full-time, 2 years part-time
Accreditation: NA
Curriculum: Core courses such as Deep Learning and Applications and Mathematics for AI, elective courses such as AI for IOT Data and AI for Image and Video Processing
Course Fees: SGD 39,000 for Singaporeans, SGD 46,500 for Permanent Residents and SGD 58,000 for International students. NTU alumni will enjoy a one-time grant giving them 10% off tuition fees.
Prospects: Graduates can explore careers as Machine Learning Engineers, Data Scientists, Business Intelligence Developers and more
9. Singapore Institute of Technology – Bachelor of Science with Honours in Applied Artificial Intelligence
The Bachelor of Science with Honours in Applied Artificial Intelligence is suitable for individuals exploring the implementation of AI within software systems. It provides students with knowledge in Core-Software Engineering, Core-Machine Learning and Professional Skills.
Programme Duration: 3 years full-time
Accreditation: NA
Curriculum: Study modules such as Web Systems and Technologies, Artificial Intelligence in Business and Society, Computer Vision and Deep Learning as well as Database Systems. There will also be an eight-month Integrated Work Study Programme (IWSP) and a capstone project.
Course Fees: SGD 22,500.00 for Singaporeans, SGD 47,160.00 for Permanent Residents, SGD 63,558.00 for International Students and SGD 96,879.00 for others
Prospects: Explore careers as an AI Engineer, Machine Learning Engineer, Data Engineer (Machine Learning Specialist) or AI Application Engineer
10. Aventis Graduate School – Master of Science in Artificial Intelligence
Awarded by London Metropolitan University, the Master of Science in Artificial Intelligence is a fully online programme. Classes are held on the weekends, with each module lasting two consecutive full weekends from 9:30am–5:30pm.
The programme caters to C-level executives, with coursework consisting of written reports, practical and research assignments, demonstrations, presentations, group work, and examinations.
Programme Duration: 12 months part-time
Accreditation: Aventis Graduate School is EduTrust Certified, and is also a member of the Executive MBA Council as well as the AACSB International Business Education Alliance.
Curriculum: Study 6 modules in Artificial Intelligence, Cloud Computing and the Internet of Things, Data Warehousing and Big Data, Information Security, Machine Learning, and Semantic Technologies. There will be an academic dissertation component.
Course Fees: SGD 24,800 (pre-GST)
Prospects: Aventis has an industry partnership with SGInnovate
11. Nanyang Technological University – Bachelor of Science in Data Science and Artificial Intelligence
Jointly run by the NTU School of Computer Science and Engineering and the NTU School of Physical and Mathematical Sciences, the Bachelor of Science in Data Science and Artificial Intelligence is a direct honours programme that allows students to develop solutions for different areas, ranging from science and technology to environmental sustainability.
NTU ranked sixth globally for Computer Science in the 2022-2023 US News and World Report’s Best Global Universities, and is the top university for AI research and citation impact. NTU was part of the team that launched the TR 99:2021 AI Security standard in 2021.
Programme Duration: 4 years full-time
Accreditation: NA
Curriculum: Study modules revolving around machine learning, data analysis and mining, discrete mathematics, software engineering, Algorithm Design and Analysis, and more
Course Fees: SGD 22,500.00 for Singaporeans, SGD 47,160.00 for Permanent Residents, SGD 63,558.00 for International Students and SGD 96,879.00 for others
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So, any of these courses meet your needs? Hopefully they did! And to end off, we wish you a fulfilling time exploring the world of AI!
[i] https://www.smartnation.gov.sg/why-Smart-Nation/NationalAIStrategy
[ii]https://filecache.mediaroom.com/mr5mr_ibmnews/190846/IBM%27s%20Global%20AI%20Adoption%20Index%202021_Executive-Summary.pdf
[iii] https://www.straitstimes.com/tech/tech-news/1-in-2-companies-in-singapore-has-sped-up-ai-roll-out-in-the-wake-of-covid-19-study
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