The University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s School of Computing in the College of Engineering has launched a new graduate certificate program in artificial intelligence (AI).
The new graduate certificate is designed to equip students with a foundational understanding of AI along with a practical proficiency in exploiting AI technologies in the context of their respective fields.
“Our new graduate certificate in computational AI provides graduate students and computing professionals with the opportunity to acquire advanced skills in one of today’s most transformative technologies,” said School of Computing Director and Professor Witawas Srisa-an. “The program offers a rigorous foundation in modern AI methods, preparing students to critically analyze, design, and apply intelligent solutions across diverse problem domains. Beyond technical expertise, it also emphasizes responsible leadership, equipping graduates to guide the future impact of artificial intelligence on our society.”
The AI graduate certificate program is open to highly qualified individuals who have already earned a bachelor’s degree in a computing-related field. Students accepted into the program will complete 15 credit hours to earn the certificate, including one required course and four elective courses from 23 available course options.
The certificate courses cover foundational and advanced AI topics and are classified under Core AI or Applied AI categories. Students must complete six credit hours from the Core AI course options and may select the remaining elective courses according to their personal preferences. Core AI topics include an introduction to AI, constraint processing, machine learning, deep learning, natural language processing, data mining, game theory, and information retrieval. AI applications topics cover subjects such as generative AI, computer systems, visualization, robotics, Internet of Things, data analytics, and bioinformatics.
The goal of the certificate program is to help students develop the expertise required to excel in modern computing fields, expand their professional opportunities, and teach them how to apply AI to drive innovation in a variety of industries.
Following completion of the program, students who wish to further extend their education can apply their graduate certificate credits toward a master’s degree in computer science or computer engineering.
This is the School of Computing’s second graduate certificate program, following the introduction of its first graduate certificate in Internet of Things (IoT) earlier this year.
“We are pleased to announce the launch of two new graduate certificate programs focused on artificial intelligence and the Internet of Things,” said Dale M. Jensen Chair Professor and School of Computing Graduate Chair M. Can Vuran. “Both programs feature courses instructed by leading experts in their respective domains, utilizing cutting-edge research and teaching facilities available in Nebraska. We hope both programs will serve to benefit both professionals and students, enabling advancement in these significantly impactful areas.”
The School of Computing is currently accepting graduate certificate program applications for new students on a rolling deadline. To learn more or apply, visit the School of Computing website.
