Applied Artificial Intelligence

Higher Professional Degree

Applied Artificial Intelligence

Online Study Programme

Master the skills behind intelligent systems that learn, predict, and automate. This applied AI programme gives you the tools to build real machine learning solutions and prepare for one of today’s fastest-growing tech careers.

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Online Studies

11 August 2026 More startups

13 October 2026

2 year full time | 4 years part time

Full time: NOK 45.000,- per semester
Part time: NOK 22.500,- per semester

Introduction price August 2026 startup:
Full time: NOK 38.250,- first semester
Part time: NOK 19.125,- first semester

State Educational Loan Fund (Lånekassen)

AI in the study programme

How is AI used in the programme?

This programme is fully centred around artificial intelligence and teaches you how modern AI systems are built, trained, deployed, and maintained. You will work hands-on with machine learning models, deep learning, natural language processing, and generative techniques. Students learn how to prepare data, design pipelines, evaluate model performance, and deploy models to cloud platforms.

The programme also introduces responsible AI practices, ensuring you can create solutions that are ethical, transparent, and aligned with new regulations. With practical projects and industry-relevant tools, you gain the competence needed to apply AI directly in real-world digital products.

Why Study Applied Artificial Intelligence?

Artificial intelligence now powers everything from recommendation engines and predictive analytics to chatbots, automation tools, and intelligent decision systems. Companies need professionals who understand not only how AI works, but also how to apply it to real problems.

This programme is designed for students who want to build practical AI and machine learning solutions, combining programming, data science, model development, and cloud-based deployment. You learn the full workflow: defining problems, preparing data, training models, evaluating results, and deploying your work into production. With AI knowledge becoming essential across every industry, this programme equips you with highly employable skills and a strong portfolio that opens doors to a wide range of technology-driven careers.

One-year programme also available

The first year of this two-year programme is identical to the one-year programme Applied Machine Learning. However, you can apply directly to this two-year programme and secure your place for two years.

Career Opportunities

After completing the Applied Artificial Intelligence programme, you can pursue careers such as:

  • Data Scientist
  • Software Developer
  • AI/ML Engineer
  • AI Application Developer
  • Machine Learning Technician
Applied Artificial Intelligence

Learn to build the AI solutions of the future

Programme information

Learning outcomes

Graduates gain a solid foundation in programming, data preparation, machine learning, and the development of intelligent digital systems. You learn to identify and solve data-driven problems, design and implement machine learning models, and deploy AI solutions responsibly in cloud environments.

The programme strengthens your ability to evaluate methods, communicate insights, visualise data, and work on applied AI projects both independently and in teams. With an understanding of ethical guidelines and practical development workflows, you are prepared to contribute meaningfully to data-driven innovation in modern organisations.

Read more about the study program in our course catalog.

Course structure

Subjects in Applied Artificial Intelligence:

  • Problem Based Learning
  • Introduction to Programming
  • Introduction to Data Mining
  • Data Pre-Processing
  • Programming for Machine Learning
  • Computational Intelligence
  • Data Visualisation
  • Exam Project
  • Development for Artificial Intelligence
  • Practical Artificial Intelligence
  • Data Acquisition and Cloud Services
  • Deployment and Maintenance

Extended programme information

School: Noroff Higher Vocational College (Noroff Fagskole)
Application deadline: Continuous admission. Applications are processed in the order they are submitted.
Language of instruction: English
Accreditations: Approved for loans and grants from the Norwegian State Educational Loan Fund (Lånekassen). Accredited by NOKUT.
Degree: Higher Professional Degree
Credits: 120 Credits

Hardware and software

When buying a computer, you should ensure that it meets the minimum requirements. This ensures sufficient processing power, storage capacity and memory to handle loading datasets and training machine learning models.

  • CPU: Intel i5, AMD Ryzen 5 or better
  • RAM: 16GB
  • Storage: 500GB (1TB is recommended)
  • Operating system:
    • Windows 10, MacOS 11 (Big Sur) or later.
    • Make sure you have full administrator rights to install and manage all aspects of the system.
  • Webcam and microphone: Students are expected to communicate with staff and fellow students via video and voice calls. It is recommended to use a good quality headset (headphones + microphone).

When you start the program, you will receive information about the specific software you need to use for each course. In general, however, you should have access to the following:

  • Spreadsheet software, such as Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets.
  • Text software, such as Microsoft Word or Google Docs.

Admission requirements

Noroff has ongoing admissions, and applications are processed in the order they are received. The earlier you apply, the earlier you can secure a study place.

To qualify for the program, you must have general study competence or vocational education with a professional certificate. It is also possible to apply based on recognized prior learning.

For international students, depending upon which country you have received your education from, the requirements will differ. Please use this website where you can find the specific requirements for your country at the bottom of the page.

You can read more about admission requirements here.

Financing

All our study programs are approved for loans and grants from the Norwegian State Educational Loan Fund (Lånekassen). You can apply to the Loan Fund for basic support (loan and grant; NOK 166.859) and tuition fees (NOK 79,432).

As an adult student, you can receive loans and grants from the State Educational Loan Fund. This also applies if you work while studying.

As a main rule, you must be a Norwegian citizen to receive support from the Norwegian State Educational Fund. However, foreign citizens may also be entitled to financial support. Check here to see if you are eligible.

You can read more about payment, loans, and grants here. 

Programme Manager and Industry Partner

Bertram Haskins
This program fills a growing gap between traditional degrees and the industry’s urgent need for people who can effectively utilise AI tools, models, and platforms. Bertram Haskins, Programme Manager
Vanita Kalaichelvan
The demand is the highest it has ever been and still growing steadily. Almost every role in every industry has some form of interaction with AI or use AI tools as part of their job workflow. Vanita Kalaichelvan, Simula Research Laboratory
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