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As AI continues to transform how organisations operate, employers are looking for professionals with the ability to identify emerging technologies and harness the potential. At ACU, the Master of Artificial Intelligence prepares graduates for high-demand roles across industry, government, and emerging tech sectors.

Build advanced, job-ready skills in machine learning, data-driven decision-making, and intelligent systems, and position yourself for leadership as the field evolves.

With ACU’s Master of Artificial Intelligence (Online), you’ll:

  • Be equipped with advanced skills in machine learning and data-driven systems, opening doors to roles such as AI engineer, data scientist and machine learning specialist – positions that are in strong demand across industries.
  • Develop your ability to lead AI initiatives, helping you progress into senior roles such as technical lead, AI project manager or innovation leader.
  • Gain a competitive edge for higher salaries and the flexibility to work across sectors including tech, finance, healthcare and consulting.

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Join one of Australia’s fastest-growing industries

  • According to CSIRO and the Australian AI Industry Capability Report, more than 50 per cent of organisations are using AI to support operations.1
  • The number of Australian organisations hiring or looking to hire workers with AI-related skills has almost tripled from 2015 to 2024.2
  • In Australia, research and development business expenditure across all sectors grew by 18 per cent to $24.4 billion in 2023-24.3

AI engineer $110,000 AUD average annual salary4

Data scientist $100,318 AUD average annual salary5

AI specialist $130,000 AUD average annual salary6

Develop advanced skills in AI, machine learning and data-driven innovation

  • machine learning and model development
  • data analysis and data engineering
  • AI programming and technical implementation
  • problem‑solving using AI techniques
  • ethical and responsible AI practice
  • human‑centred AI design
  • strategic and critical thinking about AI
  • collaboration and communication across disciplines

Sources

  1. CSIRO https://www.csiro.au/en/news/All/Articles/2025/December/How-CSIRO-is-guiding-Australias-responsible-AI-adoption.
  2. National AI Centre https://www.ai.gov.au/news-and-insights/reports/australias-artificial-intelligence-ecosystem-growth-and-opportunities.
  3. Australian Bureau of Statistics https://www.abs.gov.au/media-centre/media-releases/ai-now-fastest-growing-area-business-rd.
  4. Glassdoor – AI Engineer Salary https://www.glassdoor.com.au/Salaries/ai-engineer-salary-SRCH_KO0,11.htm.
  5. Payscale – Data Scientist Salary https://www.payscale.com/research/AU/Job=Data_Scientist/Salary.
  6. Payscale – AI Specialist Salary https://www.payscale.com/research/AU/Job=Artificial_Intelligence_(AI)_Specialist/Salary/0076d0ee/Artificial-Intelligence-AI.