Artificial Intelligence
Oxford University’s short professional courses in artificial intelligence equip you with the latest AI techniques across a range of specialist areas. These practical courses focus on real-world application – helping you use AI to solve problems, improve workflows and drive innovation.
Build your confidence in using AI
- AI for productivity – Use AI tools to improve efficiency, automate tasks and enhance decision-making by using data-driven insights.
- Ethical AI – Learn how to use AI responsibly, with a focus on risk, safety and ethical best practices for your industry.
- Systems and tools – Explore machine learning, autonomous agents and generative AI, and understand how these technologies are shaping the future of work.
These courses are for
Professionals across industries – from those in technical roles looking to deepen their skills, to non-technical professionals interested in applying AI to strategic or operational challenges.
Whether you’re improving business processes, exploring automation or working towards digital transformation, discover how AI is changing the way organisations operate across sectors.
Upcoming courses
Short intensive • Short courses • Professional development
Are you looking to take advantage of artificial intelligence but not sure where to start? Learn how to build real-world AI solutions using low-code tools and large language models such as ChatGPT, and transform the way your work!
- Mon 24 Nov 2025 – 10 Dec 2025
- 2:00pm-6:00pm (UK time)
Online - flexible • Short courses
Explore how Artificial Intelligence works, where it came from, and where it’s going. This course introduces key concepts, modern applications and ethical challenges to a general audience. No coding required, just curiosity.
- Mon 19 Jan 2026 – 10 Apr 2026
Online - flexible • Short courses
Understanding the impact of Artificial Intelligence, now and in the future, is a key skill in the knowledge economy. This course develops a critical understanding of real-world AI applications by introducing various case studies to a general audience.
- Wed 21 Jan 2026 – 10 Apr 2026
In-person weekly • Short courses
Artificial intelligence is everywhere we look. But what do we mean by 'intelligent'? Do machines 'think'? Does AI have the potential of becoming self-aware or conscious? Do we need to fear the singularity? Can we align AI with our human values and ethics?
- Thu 22 Jan 2026 – Thu 26 Mar 2026
- 10 meetings
- 2:00 – 4:00pm
Online - flexible • Short courses
Machine Learning methods lie at the heart of the Artificial Intelligence revolution. This course introduces the core concepts behind these methods, explaining their potential and limitations in a way that’s accessible to a general audience.
- Wed 28 Jan 2026 – 10 Apr 2026
Online - flexible • Short courses
Machine Learning methods lie at the heart of the Artificial Intelligence revolution. This course introduces fundamental concepts to explain Machine Learning methods, potential, and pitfalls to a general audience.
- Wed 06 May 2026 – 17 Jul 2026