The Alabama Center for the Advancement of Artificial Intelligence (ALAAI) is dedicated to building the next generation of AI talent through hands-on learning, academic excellence, and industry engagement. We support a wide range of educational opportunities that prepare students to thrive in an AI-driven future.
🧠 Student Engagement: UA AI Club
Join a thriving community of students passionate about AI!
The UA AI Club brings together students from all disciplines to explore artificial intelligence through:
- 1) Hands-on workshops and coding sessions
2) AI competitions and hackathons
3) Guest speakers from academia and industry
4) Collaborative projects and research opportunities
The club is open to all majors and levels of experience, making it the perfect space for students to grow their skills, network, and lead.
📘 Academic Programs in AI and Data Science
Explore degree pathways that align with your AI ambitions:
• B.S. in Data Science
An interdisciplinary degree that combines statistics, computer science, and domain expertise to prepare students for data-centric careers across industries.
• B.S. in Artificial Intelligence (2027)
A cutting-edge undergraduate program focused on machine learning, cognitive systems, and AI ethics—ideal for students aiming to become AI developers and researchers.
• M.S. in Artificial Intelligence (2026)
A graduate program offering advanced coursework in deep learning, NLP, and AI applications, with tracks for both research and industry careers.
• Ph.D. in Artificial Intelligence (Under Development)
A graduate program offering advanced coursework in deep learning, NLP, and AI applications, with tracks for both research and industry careers.
📄 AI Certificates & Microcredentials
Stay competitive with flexible, career-focused programs.
Through multidisciplinary collaborations, ALAAI help to create certificate programs and microcredentials for students and professionals seeking targeted training in:
- Applied AI
- Responsible and ethical AI
- Domain-specific AI use cases (e.g., health, security, education)
These stackable credentials support lifelong learning and career advancement.
🤝 Internships & Industry Partnerships
Turn your classroom knowledge into real-world impact.
ALAAI partners with leading companies, startups, and government agencies to offer internships and co-op opportunities that give students practical experience in:
- 1) AI engineering and development
- 2) Health and environmental data science
- 3) Ethics and policy in AI
- 4) Smart transportation and infrastructure systems
These partnerships empower students to apply their learning in dynamic professional environments.