Responding to today’s rapid advancements in Artificial Intelligence (AI) worldwide, Trent University Durham GTA’s new AI degree, featuring an optional one-year coop term, will prepare students to navigate the complex conceptual, technical, ethical, and institutional challenges posed by the expanding career opportunities in AI and its applications.

Students will have the option to pursue either a B.A. or B.Sc. in AI, based on their interests and future career plans. Graduates will be well-rounded, with an understanding of both the technical aspects and the broader implications of AI, and well-prepared for career success in AI-related areas or further study in graduate programs.

Trent's paid co-op is an opportunity for you to gain work-integrated experiential learning that will help you get a head start on your career. The Artificial Intelligence co-op assists graduating students in achieving a competitive edge while generating experience within a wide range of sectors.

Specifically, paid co-op gives you a chance to obtain 12 months of practical experience on the job, develop or enhance technical skills, explore career options, network with a variety of individuals and organizations, learn from mentors, enhance communication and presentation skills, and develop technical writing skills.

•  Grade12 English 

If you are coming straight from high school in Ontario or are a recent grad, the general admission requirements are:

• Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD)
• A minimum of six Grade 12 4U or 4M courses, including program specific prerequisites
• A minimum 70% overall final average
• ENG 4U with a minimum of 60%

Program requirements for admittance into co-op:

• Minimum 80% cumulative average
• ENG4U with a minimum of 60%
• 4U Math
• MHF4U and one of MCV4U or MDM4U

Students from across Canada can use their grades from their home province to apply to Trent. International students from outside Canada can apply based on the curriculum of their home country.