FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS


Q1: What is the maximum duration of the course for part-time students?

  • Full-time: Normal candidature is 3 trimesters; maximum is 6 trimesters.
  • Part-time: Normal candidature is 6 trimesters; maximum is 9 trimesters.
  • Minimum: 2 trimesters (full-time), 3 trimesters (part-time), depending on credit transfer.

Q2: Can we take more than 2 AUs from the technical electives?

  • Yes, students may take more than the minimum 2 AUs in the technical AI basket.
  • You must complete at least 4 AUs from the Responsible AI basket.
  • The remaining 14 AUs can be chosen from electives, including a 5 AU Capstone Project.

Q3: How many Academic Units (AUs) are required to complete the course?

  • 30 AUs in total – 12 AUs from core, 4 AUs from Responsible AI, and 14 AUs from elective modules.

Q4: Saturday classes – are they compulsory for full-time or part-time students?

  • Saturday classes are compulsory.
  • If you register for 2 courses that run concurrently, you’ll attend both AM and PM on Saturdays.
  • Scheduling depends on when courses are offered during the trimester.

Q5: Do students need to take the core modules first?

  • Yes, students are expected to take core modules before electives.
  • These core modules provide the foundational knowledge and skills necessary for the electives.

Q6: Can I get SkillsFuture subsidy for this course?

Q7: Is MCAAI assessed through exams?

  • No final exams. The programme uses 100% continuous assessment, which may include quizzes, assignments, projects, presentations, and typically a final test in week 6/13.
  • Format will vary slightly depending on the instructor.

Q8: Will core modules be offered every trimester?

  • Since every intake must begin with the core, these modules are offered each time a new cohort starts.
  • It is very likely core modules will run every trimester.

Q9: What if I don’t have a company project for the capstone?

  • Company-sponsored capstone project is an elective component of the MCAAI.
  • The capstone is strictly designed as a company-sponsored project.
  • If you do not have a company-sponsored project, you should take other elective modules to fulfill the AU requirement.

Q10: If I’ve already completed the AI Ethics and Governance courses, will I pay less?

  • Yes. You only pay for the remaining AUs needed.
  • Example: If you’ve transferred 9 AUs, you pay for the remaining 21 AUs.

Q11: What’s the difference between the Master of Computing in Applied AI (MCAAI) and the Master of Science in AI (MSAI)?

  • MSAI is more technical and theory-heavy; intended for those with a Computer Science or STEM background.
  • MCAAI is for domain experts looking to apply AI in their field (not build models from scratch).
  • MSAI requires heavier math and may include model building; MCAAI uses pre-built models and focuses on application.

Q12: Is MCAAI open to international applicants?

  • Yes. The programme is open to all applicants with a Bachelor’s degree.