The Aim of the programme is to develop Higher Diploma holders who have a comprehensive understanding of the principles of Artificial intelligence, and they apply those principles more broadly and efficiently. They will have the skills and knowledge to appraise the suitability of different approaches to solving problems. They will be able to perform effectively in any field related to Artificial intelligence They will willingly take personal responsibility and decision-making if situation arises. The program results in Higher Diploma holders who recognise the need for, and engage in, lifelong learning.
- Applicants whose first language is not English will need to provide evidence of fluency.
- Please refer to the current requirements as detailed at the following link: English Language Requirements for International Applicants | Cardiff Metropolitan University
- Applicants should have a minimum of five G.C.E Ordinary Level (O/L) pass grades (or equivalent), including C passes for Mathematics and English
- Applicants should have at least one of the following (or equivalent):
- A minimum of two S passes in G.C.E Advanced Level (A/L)
- Level 3 Foundation Certificate/Diploma
- BSc (Hons) in Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence,
- BSc (Hons) in Software Engineering,
- BSc (Hons) in Data Science
- BSc (Hons) in Business Information Systems
Semester 01
- Computer Architecture
- Fundamentals in Programming
- System Analysis and Design
- Database Design and Development
- Object Oriented Programming
- Web Application Development
- Data Visualisation
- Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
- Internet of Things
- Deep Learning and Large Language Model
- Agentic AI
- Computing project
- Junior AI Developer
- Junior Machine Learning Engineer
- AI/ML Intern
- Data Analyst
- Junior Data Scientist
- Python Developer
- AI Software Developer
- Computer Vision Intern/Junior Developer
Quick Info
Duration
18 Months
Full-time: 18 Months
Part-time: 24 Months
Faculty
Faculty of Information Technology
Program Type
Undergraduate
Intake Months
March
May
September
November
Campus Locations
Colombo Campus
Kandy Campus
Southern Campus – Matara
Nugegoda Campus
Galle Campus
Jaffna Campus
Kurunegala Campus
Batticaloa Campus
Gampaha Campus
Last Updated
October 3, 2026 at 10:22 pm
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