Higher Diploma in Artificial Intelligence & Data Science
Course Overview
Build a rock-solid foundation in machine learning, data analytics, and intelligent systems through a structured academic pathway designed for your Higher Diploma and Top-Up Degree in Artificial Intelligence & Data Science.
INTAKES
January, May & September
METHOD OF DELIVERY
Hybrid (Physical + Online)
MEDIUM OF INSTRUCTION
Sinhala and Simple English
COURSE DURATION
Minimum 18 months, Maximum 24 months.
COURSE SCHEDULE
Monday–Friday (4 Days per Week)
LEARNING HOURS
900 Guided + 2000 Self-Study
Course Contents
| Unit Code | Unit | Credits |
| MIT-113 | Programming | 15 |
| MIT-123 | Probability And Statistics | 15 |
| MIT-133 | Networking | 15 |
| MIT-143 | Database Design & Development | 15 |
| MIT-214 | Introduction to Data Science | 15 |
| MIT-224 | Computer Systems Architecture | 15 |
| MIT-234 | Object Oriented Programming | 15 |
| MIT-244 | Discrete Maths for AI | 15 |
| MIT-314 | Artificial Intelligence and Applications | 15 |
| MIT-324 | Machine Learning | 15 |
| MIT-334 | Advanced Programming for Data Analysis | 15 |
| MIT-344 | Data Structures & Algorithms | 15 |
| MIT-414 | Advanced Machine Learning | 15 |
| MIT-424 | Natural Language Processing | 15 |
| MIT-434 | Neural Networks And Deep Learning | 15 |
| MIT-444 | Capstone AI Based Project | 15 |
| Total | 240 | |
Admission Requirements
| Qualification | Minimum Requirement |
| G.C.E. A/L Route (Standard) | ✓ Minimum 03 C Passes (Language, English & Mathematics) and 03 S Passes in G.C.E. O/L (in one or more sittings); AND ✓ Minimum 03 S Passes in G.C.E. A/L in one sitting in any stream. |
| G.C.E. A/L Route (Credit System) | ✓ Minimum 03 C Passes (Language, English & Mathematics) and 03 S Passes in G.C.E. O/L (in one or more sittings); AND ✓ Minimum 12 Credits in G.C.E. A/L in one sitting in any stream. *(Grading: A = 10 Credits, B = 8 Credits, C = 6 Credits & S = 4 Credits)* |
| Professional & Proficiency Qualification | ✓ Minimum 03 C Passes (Language, English & Mathematics) and 03 S Passes in G.C.E. O/L (in one or more sittings); AND ✓ A Professional and Proficiency Qualification not below SLQF Level 02, awarded by a reputed Higher Education Institution or Awarding Body. |
| Degree Foundation / Equivalent Route | ✓ Minimum 03 C Passes (Language, English & Mathematics) and 03 S Passes in G.C.E. O/L (in one or more sittings); AND ✓ Any other Educational / Professional Qualification / Degree Foundation Program, or an equivalent qualification, subject to approval from Global Skills Development Campus (GSDC). |
Please review the entry requirements before starting your application.
