Unicollege – Westcliff University Programs
Unicollege and Westcliff University partner to deliver graduate-level academic programs, including Master’s and Doctoral degrees, within an international learning environment. Unicollege, a degree-granting higher education institution based in Italy, manages international outreach, student orientation, academic advising, and enrollment support, while Westcliff University, a WASC-accredited university in the United States, provides all academic delivery, instruction, assessment, and supervision from program start through graduation. Programs are offered fully online and are designed to accommodate international learners across disciplines and academic levels, while also offering exclusive partner-granted scholarships for Unicollege applicants, dedicated international cohorts with schedules aligned to European time zones, and personalized one-to-one academic and administrative assistance throughout the program. Upon successful completion, graduates are awarded a U.S.-accredited degree from Westcliff University, recognized internationally.
MSAI Program Description
The Master of Science in Artificial Intelligence (MSAI) program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive framework for artificial intelligence. Its goal is to cultivate exceptional leaders in the AI industry who can create and deploy cutting-edge intelligent systems that enhance human capabilities. Students will engage in an extensive core curriculum, intended to develop a strong foundation in core concepts that underpin artificial intelligence theory and practice. The program’s curriculum will help students develop a deep understanding and acquire knowledge in state-of-the-art topics in artificial intelligence, including machine learning, deep learning, robotics, fuzzy-based methods, and data science. They will also learn how to apply these techniques across various fields. Additionally, the curriculum includes a project component that allows students to apply the core course materials to a practical project in a real-world environment.
Program Structure
- 2 years full-time (the duration may be shorter depending on the number of credits recognized from prior academic studies and/or validated professional experience).
- Candidates may apply for credit recognition (up to 50% of the total credit requirement) based on prior academic studies or relevant professional experience
- Fully online, designed for international and multi-time-zone participation
- Typically one live taught class per week
- Weekly readings, applied assignments, and assessments
Admission Requirements
Applicants must meet the following criteria:
- A Bachelor-level degree from a regionally, nationally, or internationally accredited institution (including NACES-recognized credentials)
- English language proficiency for non-native English speakers
Enrollments are open all year round with starting windows every 2 months.
Tuition and Scholarships
Applicants applying through Unicollege may access exclusive partner-granted scholarships of up to 75% of the total program cost, awarded based on academic merit, prior academic achievements, and professional experience.
Enrollment
Applying through Unicollege provides access to dedicated guidance, enhanced scholarship opportunities, and personalized admissions support.
For applications or further information, please contact: admissions@unicollege.eu
Curriculum
Required Courses
Core Required Courses – 12 Credit Hours
- AIT 500 – Concepts of Artificial Intelligence – 3 credit hours
- AIT 505 – Advanced Mathematical Methods for AI – 3 credit hours
- AIT 506 – Machine Learning – 3 credit hours
- AIT 515 – Introduction to Data Science – 3 credit hours
Capstone Course – 3 Credit Hours
CAP 690 – Master Applied Capstone (3 credit hours)
Focuse Courses – 21 Credit Hours
- AIT 508 – Advanced AI Programming and Frameworks – 3 credit hours
- AIT 556 – Advanced Machine Learning Techniques – 3 credit hours
- AIT 509 – Natural Language Processing – 3 credit hours
- MIS 550 – Big Data Analytics – 3 credit hours
- AIT 520 – Artificial Intelligence and Ethics – 3 credit hours
- AIT 517 – Affective Computing – 3 credit hours
- AIT 510 – Deep Learning and Neural Networks – 3 credit hours