IT1100 - Artificial Intelligence & Large Language Models

This subject introduces students to the foundations and practical applications of Artificial Intelligence (AI) used across modern digital industries. Students learn how AI systems are built, analysed, and applied, with a focus on machine learning pipelines, natural language knowledge and generation, transformer models, and technologies such as ChatGPT. This subject introduces students to practical career focused knowledge and skills. Graduates working in information technology departments within a diversity of business contexts will need to know which Large Language Models (LLMs) to use for what purposes, how to use them most appropriately and how to keep businesses safe through practical Artificial Intelligence measures.

Learning is hands-on and application-driven, using real-world case studies, investigative tasks, and guided workshops to help students analyse data, evaluate AI methods, and interpret system behaviour. The subject also develops awareness of security, privacy, ethics, and trust, enabling students to assess the responsible use of AI in professional contexts.

Through individual and group-based activities, students build practical analytical skills, teamwork, and professional communication, preparing them for further study and entry-level roles in AI, data, and technology-related fields.