Kennesaw State University to launch Bachelor of Science in Artificial Intelligence in Fall 2026
Kennesaw State University to launch Bachelor of Science in Artificial Intelligence in Fall 2026
Publish Date: 2026-02-10 14:25:00
Source Domain: www.kennesaw.edu
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AI Leadership: Kennesaw State University (KSU) leads Georgia in artificial intelligence (AI) education with the recent approval of a bachelor’s degree in AI by the Board of Regents.
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First in Georgia: KSU becomes the first institution in Georgia to offer both bachelor’s and graduate degrees in AI.
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Program Launch: The Bachelor of Science in Artificial Intelligence will start in Fall 2026 on the KSU Marietta Campus and online in the College of Computing and Software Engineering.
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Meeting Demand: The program is designed to meet the growing demand for AI professionals across various sectors like healthcare, manufacturing, and business services.
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Experiential Learning: The curriculum includes experiential learning elements such as a first-year experience course, a computing-specific writing course, and an applied AI capstone project with industry partners.
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Career Preparation: Students will have opportunities for internships and undergraduate research to gain practical, job-ready skills.
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Industry Forecast: Predictions show significant growth with AI driving 186,000 new STEM jobs in Georgia over the next five years and a projected 21% growth in computer and information research scientist positions by 2031.
