LSU to begin offering bachelor’s degree in artificial intelligence this fall
LSU to begin offering bachelor’s degree in artificial intelligence this fall
Publish Date: 2026-05-09 19:11:00
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- LSU will start offering a bachelor’s degree in Artificial Intelligence through its College of Engineering starting in fall 2026.
- This degree will be the first of its kind in the state of Louisiana.
- Recently, LSU has been expanding its education and workforce development on topics related to artificial intelligence.
- The rigorous AI program covers areas including mathematics, computer science, and the ethics of AI.
- The college developed 20 new courses to build the new degree program, with specific topics like AI security and system building.
- Assistant Professor Dr. James Ghawaly is recognized as the architect of the program.
- LSU also plans to offer a master’s in applied artificial intelligence for professionals in 2027.
- The College of Engineering aims to offer AI as a minor in the coming years.
