Course Details

Specialist Diploma in Data Science (Artificial Intelligence)

Overview

  • Course Date:

    19 Oct 2026 to 30 Sep 2027

  • Registration Period:

    1 Jun 2026 to 31 Aug 2026

  • Duration/Frequency:

    Every Tuesday and Thursday, 6.30pm-9.30pm

  • Mode of Training:

    Face-to-Face (Classroom Teaching)

Class Schedule

PDC1

Every Tue and Thu
6:30pm to 9:30pm (face-to-face class)

9:30pm to 10:30pm (e-learning)

 

PDC2

Every Tue and Thu
7:00pm to 8:30pm (face-to-face class)

8:30pm to 10:00pm (e-learning)

 

Duration:
270 hours (1 year)

What You Will Learn

Build artificial intelligence skills to power the future of intelligent innovation!

AI is transforming industries across ICT, healthcare, fintech, logistics, manufacturing, and the digital economy. As organisations increasingly adopt AI-driven solutions, professionals with expertise in machine learning, deep learning, computer vision and natural language processing are among the most in-demand talent in Singapore.

Through this Specialist Diploma in Data Science (Artificial Intelligence), you will gain hands-on skills in AI development, data-driven problem solving, and cognitive applications, preparing you to design intelligent software systems and next-generation AI-powered products.

Key Outcomes
  • Apply statistics, programming, and data science fundamentals to AI and machine learning applications
  • Develop intelligent software solutions using machine learning and deep learning techniques
  • Build AI-powered applications involving computer vision, Natural Language Processing (NLP), and conversational interfaces
  • Apply time-series forecasting and generative AI prompt engineering techniques to solve real-world business problems
  • Design cognitive products and AI-human interaction systems such as chatbots and intelligent assistants
  • Use data-driven insights and AI models to support decision-making and business innovation

Designed For
Forward-looking professionals, analysts, and technical personnel keen to advance your career and take on AI engineering, machine learning, intelligent systems, and data-driven innovation roles across industries such as ICT, healthcare, fintech, logistics, manufacturing, and digital services.

More Information

This is a 1-year part-time course consisting of 2 Post-Diploma Certificates conducted over 2 semesters.  

Post-Diploma CertificateKey Modules
PDC 1 - Post-Diploma Certificate in Fundamentals of Data Science- Introduction to Statistics for Data Science
- Introduction to Programming for Data Science
PDC 2 - Post-Diploma Certificate in Artificial Intelligence- Applied Machine Learning
- AI Human Interface

Please click here for the Module Synopsis.

Academic Progression and Pathways

Singapore Polytechnic

After completing this course, you may be eligible for PDC 1 exemption if you plan to register for another Specialist Diploma in Data Science:

Please note exemptions are evaluated on a case-by-case basis. If you are interested, please email to ptenquiry@sp.edu.sg and our team will get in touch to address your queries and guide you through a separate application process. 

Industry Accreditation Pathways 

As one of the world's most recognised data science learning platforms, you will earn digital certificates after completing DataCamp content across three modules.

You can also earn an NVIDIA Deep Learning Institute (DLI) certificate in Fundamentals of Deep Learning, backed by the company that builds the chips powering today's AI revolution.

AI Singapore also offers an AI Singapore AI Apprentice Program (AIAP). If you are keen but don't have the pre-requisites, this course will still give you the solid foundation to succeed.

National University of Singapore 

You may be considered for direct admissions into the Bachelor of Information Technology (BIT) programme should you meet the criteria as assessed by NUS-SCALE (School of Continuing and Lifelong Education).

Singapore Institute of Technology

After completing this Specialist Diploma, you will be eligible for credit exemptions from the following SIT modules under the Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Applied Computing [CSM Pathway]:

  • ICT1507C Programming Fundamentals in Python
  • ICT1508C Applied Statistics

Singapore Institute of Management 

You will receive exemption of up to 2 modules, namely Data Programming in Python and Data Visualisation from the University of London - Master of Science in Data Science and Artificial Intelligence. Details can be found on SIM's website.

Singapore Management University

You may be eligible for credit exemption towards the following SMU Academy Industry Graduate Diploma (IGD) programme:
  • Industry Graduate Diploma in Python Programming and Machine Learning
    • Basic Data Wrangling in Python
Please click here for SMU Academy IGD details.

Singapore University of Technology and Design 

You will receive exemption of up to 12 subject credits on SUTD's ModularMasters in Data Science programme. Details can be found on SUTD's website.

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NSDAI

 

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