The Master of Science in Systems Science and Engineering with a Concentration in Interdisciplinary Artificial Intelligence at the University of Ottawa equips you to address complex challenges at the intersection of systems thinking and artificial intelligence. You will explore foundational concepts in modelling, simulation, optimization, and machine learning, preparing you for a field that demands innovative solutions to intricate problems. This postgraduate program is ideal for aspiring professionals seeking to develop advanced analytical and integration skills, leveraging transdisciplinary approaches to understand, control, and predict the behaviour of sophisticated systems across diverse domains.
This full-time, on-campus Masters degree is typically completed over two years, involving compulsory courses in areas such as Foundations of Modelling and Simulation, Systems Optimization and Management, Foundations and Applications of Machine Learning, and Mathematics for Artificial Intelligence. You will engage in rigorous academic study, culminating in a Master Thesis Proposal and a substantial Master's Thesis. Throughout your studies, you will develop expertise in essential concepts of data science and AI ethics, graduating with the advanced technical and research capabilities necessary for careers in AI development, systems analysis, and research-focused roles.