• 12 Jul, 2025

Canadian University Dubai Launches Bachelor’s Degree in AI to Support UAE’s Leadership in Artificial Intelligence

Canadian University Dubai Launches Bachelor’s Degree in AI to Support UAE’s Leadership in Artificial Intelligence

Canadian University Dubai launches a Bachelor of Science in Artificial Intelligence to train students in AI technologies like machine learning, NLP, and computer vision. The program supports the UAE’s AI 2031 vision and prepares students with hands-on skills, ethical leadership, and real-world experience.

July 11, 2025 – Dubai, UAE: Canadian University Dubai (CUD) has officially launched a new Bachelor of Science in Artificial Intelligence (BScAI). This program is designed to train students in the fast-growing field of AI and help the UAE reach its goal of becoming a global leader in artificial intelligence.

Offered by CUD’s School of Engineering, Applied Science and Technology, the degree combines strong academic knowledge with hands-on technical training to prepare students for real-world careers in AI.


What Students Will Learn

The BScAI program starts with core courses in mathematics and computer science, then moves into advanced topics such as:

  • Machine learning
  • Neural networks
  • Intelligent systems
  • Computer vision
  • Natural language processing (NLP)
  • Autonomous decision-making

In addition to technical skills, students will develop soft skills and ethical awareness through classes in:

  • Ethical AI
  • Communication
  • Entrepreneurship

This approach helps students become well-rounded professionals who can not only build AI systems, but also understand their social and business impact.


Specializations and Career Preparation

Students can choose elective courses in specialized areas such as:

  • Speech recognition
  • Digital vision
  • Multilingual AI

The program includes a real-world internship and a final-year AI project, giving students the chance to apply what they’ve learned before graduating.


Supporting the UAE’s National AI Goals

This new program supports the UAE National Strategy for Artificial Intelligence 2031, which aims to make the UAE a global center for AI innovation. CUD’s BScAI is expected to help develop the next generation of AI talent for jobs in both public and private sectors.


What the Experts Say

Dr. Tamer Mohamed, Chair of the Department of Computer Engineering and Computational Science, explained:

“We created this program to give students the tools to shape the future. Whether they want to invent new AI technologies, solve global problems, or launch their own businesses, this degree will help them get there.”

Dr. Sherif Moussa, Dean of the School of Engineering, added:

“This program is more than just education—it’s about transformation. As Dubai grows into a hub for AI, we are proud to train professionals who will lead innovation in this exciting sector.”