Bachelor of Science in Artificial Intelligence with Education
This program combines AI and computer science with curriculum and instruction to produce educators and learning specialists fluent in AI and prepared for careers in CS/AI education, instructional technology, educational data science, and AI workforce training.
Contact Information
Robyn L. Klein
Director of Elementary and Secondary Education Programs and Senior Instructor
Department of Curriculum and Instruction
Office Phone: 561-297-3877
The technology landscape is evolving quickly with new fields such as AI, data science, machine learning, and cybersecurity directly impacting all walks of life and many job functions. Graduates with an interdisciplinary education that combines core AI and computer science skills with a deep discipline major specific knowledge will be better equipped to adapt to these changes and would be highly competitive in the job market.
Florida Atlantic will lead in preparing this new generation workforce to meet the need. The Florida BOG has approved FAU’s pre-proposal for a new bachelor's degree in artificial intelligence with a second discipline. The program is designed so that there is equal core coursework in AI/computer science and the second discipline. This proposed bachelor's degree was positively received, with other SUS sister universities indicating interest in developing similar programs. It is critical for Florida Atlantic to act promptly to maintain this momentum and lead with our innovative ideas and not lose ground to other SUS universities. This new degree would put FAU at the forefront of producing a new generation workforce with computational thinking, problem-solving, and discipline-specific knowledge applied to solve real-world problems. The new interdisciplinary degrees will emphasize the discipline major in the context of AI and computer science skills and knowledge. It is an exciting time for FAU to lead the State of Florida in innovative degree programs.
Once admitted, students are assigned a faculty advisor, who will advise and guide them through program development (see the overview) and degree completion.
Program Overview
Consult the FAU Course Catalog for course descriptions and other details.
NOTE: All College of Education Secondary Degree Programs are Florida Department of Education (DOE) and Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (CAEP) approved. This State and CAEP approval represents the transferability of your teaching credentials from state-to-state. Test scores must be submitted to Office of Academic and Student Services (OASS) prior to the placement deadline.
General Education Courses** |
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| Mathematics of Data Science MAP 2192 |
AI Core Courses |
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| Applications of Artificial Intelligence CAP 2603 |
| Introduction to AI CAP 4630 |
| Introduction to Data Science and Analytics CAP 4773 |
| Introduction to Software Design CEN 3062C |
| Introduction to Programming in Python COP 3035C |
| Data Structures and Algorithm Analysis with Python COP 3410C |
| Analysis of Algorithms COT 4400 |
| Foundations of Computing COT 2000C |
AI Electives ***Select 5 courses totaling 15 credits |
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| Introduction to Web Programming COP 3834 |
| Introduction to Database Structures COP 3540 |
| Introduction to Natural Language Processing CAI 4304 |
| Trustworthy Artificial Intelligence CAP 4623 |
| Introduction to Deep Learning CAP 4613 |
| Python Programming COP 4045 |
| Introduction to Data Mining and Machine Learning CAP 4770 |
| Introduction to Large Language Models CAI 4223 |
| Applied Database Systems COP 4703 |
Education Core Courses |
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| Introduction to the Teaching Profession EDF 2005 |
| Digital Literacy EME 2620 |
| Introduction to Technology for Educators EME 2040 |
| Applied Learning Theory EDF 3210 |
| Ed. Measurement and Theory EDF 3430 |
| ESOL Strategies for Content Area Teachers TSL 4324 OR Building Classroom Management EDG 4419 |
| Teaching Middle and Secondary School Math MAE 4360 OR Principles and Methods: K-9 School Math MAE 4350 |
| Sec. School Effective Instruction ESE 3940 |
Education ElectivesSelect 5 courses totaling 15 credits |
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| The Educated Citizen in a Global Context EDF 2854 |
| Educational Technology for 21st Century Teaching EME 4312 |
| Principles and Methods: K-9 School Science SCE 4350 |
| Science: Middle and Secondary School SCE 4360 |
| Introduction to Theories and Practices of TESOL TSL 4080 |
| Inclusive Education for General Educators EEX 4070 |
Free Electives(Free electives for total of 39 credits; (CC + EC + FC = 39) |
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| AI Capstone CAI 4741 |
** students must take STA 2023 and MAC 2233 in Mathematics area
*** Certain 3000- and 4000-level courses offered by the Electrical Engineering and Computer Science Department may be used as AI electives. Certain 5000- or 6000- level courses offered by the Electrical Engineering and Computer Science Department may be taken as AI electives. Students must see an advisor for a current list of elective courses.
Admission Requirements
All students must meet the minimum admission requirements of the University. Please refer to the Admissions section of this catalog. The Bachelor of Science in Artificial Intelligence with Education (B.S.A.I.) is an interdisciplinary program jointly administered by the Department of Curriculum and Instruction in the College of Education and the Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science (EECS) in the College of Engineering and Computer Science. This program aims to prepare students with balanced training in AI/computer science and Education to meet growing workforce demand at the intersection of education and technology.
NOTICE: Copies of this publication can be obtained in an alternate format by contacting the College of Education/Department of Curriculum and Instruction at dci@fau.edu. This publication is available in standard print, Braille, or electronically for people with disabilities. Please allow at least 10 days to process this request.
Prerequisite Coursework for Transfer Students
Students transferring to Florida Atlantic University must complete both lower-division requirements (including the requirements of the General Education Curriculum) and requirements for the college and major. Lower-division requirements may be completed through an Associate in Arts (A.A.) degree from any Florida public college, university or community college or through equivalent coursework at another regionally accredited institution. Before transferring and to ensure timely progress toward the baccalaureate degree, students must also complete the prerequisite courses for their major as outlined in the Transition Guides.
All courses not listed with the Florida Statewide Course Numbering System that will be used to satisfy requirements will be evaluated individually on the basis of content and will require a catalog course description and a copy of the syllabus for assessment.
Degree Requirements
The minimum number of credits required for the Bachelor of Science in Artificial Intelligence with Education degree is 120 credits: 36 credits in the General Education Curriculum, 24 credits in AI core, 15 credits in AI electives, 24 credits in Education core, 15 credits in Education electives,credits capstone course,credits mathematics for AI. This degree will be awarded to students who satisfy all admission and degree requirements.
Students must attain a minimum grade of "C" in Mathematics of Data Science, AI Core, AI Electives, Education Core, Education Electives, and AI Capstone.
Foreign Language Requirement
All students must satisfy the foreign language requirement for admission to the University.
How to Apply
APPLICANTS
Applicants must first apply to FAU as a First year/freshman (applying immediately after high school) or transfer student (already earned 12 or more college credits after graduation; earned an Associates degree, or seeking a 2nd Bachelor's).
Once admitted to FAU, students who have earned 60 Credit hours, a cumulative 2.5 GPA and have passed all sections of the General Knowledge Test are invited to apply to the College of Education (COE) and the Department of Curriculum and Instruction.