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Last Updated: 26 Jun 2025

Applied Artificial Intelligence

Learn to develop chatbots, leverage on natural language processing technologies to determine human sentiments and classify text, undertake object recognition projects that enable you to identify objects such as car plate numbers, and learn to use machine learning and deep learning algorithms to develop creative new solutions for businesses and industry.

Course code : T69
Temasek Polytechnic
Admission type: JAE , JPAE , Poly EAE , PFP , DAE
2025 JAE ELR2B2-C net aggregate: 6-13
Course duration : 3 years

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Course details

Field of study Information and Digital Technologies
Track/Specialisation

This course offers the following tracks or specialisation:

  • Applied Artificial Intelligence
  • Applied Machine Learning
  • Applied Deep Learning
  • Application Development
Certification offered

Diploma in Applied Artificial Intelligence

Learn more about the course

Minimum entry requirement

You must meet the respective examination requirements in order for us to consider your application.

For N(A)-Level students seeking admission through PFP

This course is under the Engineering & Technology sub-cluster

Subject Grade
English Language Syllabus A 1-3
Mathematics Syllabus A / Additional Mathematics 1-3

One of the following relevant subjects:

  • Design and Technology
  • Food and Nutrition/Nutrition and Food Science
  • Science (Chemistry, Biology)
  • Science (Physics, Biology)
  • Science (Physics, Chemistry)
1-3

Any 2 other subjects excluding CCA

1-4
For O-Level students seeking admission through JAE
Subject Grade
English Language 1-7
Additional Mathematics or Mathematics 1-6

Any one of the 2nd group of Relevant Subjects for the ELR2B2-C Aggregate Type

  • Biology
  • Biotechnology
  • Chemistry
  • Computing/Computer Studies
  • Creative 3D Animation
  • Design & Technology
  • Food & Nutrition/Nutrition & Food Science
  • Electronics/Fundamentals of Electronics
  • Exercise & Sports Science
  • Physics
  • Science (Chemistry, Biology)
  • Science (Physics, Biology)
  • Science (Physics, Chemistry)
1-6

Course modules

Year 1

Diploma-related modules

  • Logic and Mathematics
  • Data Visualisation and Analytics
  • Computational Thinking
  • User Experience and Interface Design
  • Cybersecurity Fundamentals
  • Network and Cloud Technology
  • Database Application Development
  • Data Structures and Algorithms
  • Application Development Project

General modules

  • Career Readiness
  • Leadership Fundamentals
  • Current Issues & Critical Thinking 
  • Sports & Wellness
Year 2

Diploma-related modules

  • Mobile App Development
  • AI and Ethics
  • Deep Learning and Object Recognition
  • Natural Language Processing
  • Robotic Process Automation
  • IoT Application Development
  • Cloud Technologies for AI
  • Machine Learning for Developers

General modules

  • Effective Communication
  • Professional Communication
  • Leadership in Action
  • Innovation and Entrepreneurship
  • Global Studies
  • Sustainability & Climate Action/Guided Learning

* Students must choose to take either one of these subjects or Guided Learning

Year 3

Diploma-related modules

  • AI for Advanced Manufacturing
  • AI for Cybersecurity
  • Major Project

General modules

  • Career Management
  • Student Internship Programme

Internship

Internship duration 24 weeks
Internship timeframe Year 3

Career prospects

You can explore the following career options upon graduation:

  • AI/Machine Learning Engineer
  • Applications Developer
  • Data Analyst
  • RPA Developer/Engineer
  • Software Engineer
  • Mobile Applications Developer
  • Web Developer
  • Frontend Developer

Use resources and interactive tools that are available on MySkillsFuture Portal to explore various education and career pathways.

How to register

Joint Admissions Exercise (JAE)

You may register using the JAE Internet System (JAE-IS). Learn the process and how to apply.

Joint Polytechnic Admissions Exercise (JPAE)

You may register using the JPAE Portal. Learn the process and how to apply.

Polytechnic Early Admissions Exercise (Poly EAE)

You may register using the Poly EAE Portal. Learn the process and how to apply.

Polytechnic Foundation Programme (PFP)

You may register using the PFPAE Portal. Learn the process and how to apply.

Direct Admissions Exercise (DAE)

You may apply through the respective polytechnics’ websites. Learn the process and how to apply.