Study Visual AI and Intelligent Systems to shape the future
Do you want to be involved in creating more smart and secure societies with the help of Visual AI or develop Intelligent Systems and Networks that can withstand security threats? Mid Sweden University’s Master’s Program in Computer Engineering is the right place for you!
The unparalleled developments in the last few years on artificial intelligence and intelligent systems fields encouraged companies to look for expertise in both Visual AI and Intelligent Systems and Networks. The relevant application domains include, among others, smart city, intelligent transportation systems, smart healthcare, industrial automation, remote presence and teleoperation, and entertainment.
“There is a need for engineers, researchers, and developers who contribute to innovate smarter and more efficient solutions for the industry and society at large,” says Aamir Mahmood, coordinator for the Intelligent Systems and Networks specialization.
Courses on mathematical foundations and the basics of machine learning and deep learning constitute the common core of the program, and a significant portion of the time is dedicated to specializations and deepening within each respective area.
Benefit from research
In the Visual AI specialization, students get immersed in topics such as computer graphics, human-centric design, compression techniques for visual media, and AR and VR technologies. Balancing theoretical knowledge and practical hands-on activities, the Visual AI specialization will focus on learning-based approaches for visual data processing.
“We cover subjects and issues linked to our research. This allows students to benefit from the knowledge and advancements occurring within the cutting-edge research at Mid Sweden University,” explains Emin Zerman, coordinator for the Visual AI specialization.
Within the Intelligent Systems and Networks specialization, the coursework develops the theoretical foundations of artificial intelligence and machine learning, distributed and embedded systems, advanced networking, and their applications to various domains. Overall, the aim is to prepare the students for making future networks intelligent, data-driven, and robust against network dynamics and security threats.
“The course design is the result of experiences gained from the innovation projects undertaken by the research group behind this specialization. The students get the opportunity to apply the learned theory and knowledge to practical problems in project-based learning, bringing them closer to the job market's needs, be it academia or research,” says Aamir Mahmood, responsible for the Intelligent Systems and Networks specialization.
Skills in demand
According to recent market analyses and interviews with companies conducted in 2023, there are ample job opportunities and the chance to pursue an interesting and rewarding career after completing the education. The skills taught in these two specializations are in demand and contribute to a technological development that society needs.
“This program aims to prepare the workforce to leverage the transformative power of AI, specifically within the application areas of Visual AI and Intelligent Systems and Networks,” explains Aamir Mahmood.
“It is an exciting opportunity to be a pioneer in the areas where AI will be reshaping the future. In this program, students gain knowledge and abilities that prepare them for a career in industries that have a focus on this changing digital frontier,” Emin Zerman adds.