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Introduction to artificial intelligence

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The AI revolution is changing everything right before our eyes. Learn what artificial intelligence is, how it works, and where it's going.

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Learning modes and locations may be different depending on the course start date. Please check the location of your chosen course and read our guide to learning modes and locations to help you choose the right course for you.

5 Dates Available

  • Start Date: 15 Jul 2025
    End Date: 22 Jul 2025
    This course is full
    Tue (Evening): 18:15 - 21:15
    Choose either online or in-person
    Location: Hybrid (choose either online or in-person)
    Duration: 2 sessions (over 2 weeks)
    Course Code: CART09
    Tutors:  Kathryn Coldham
    Full fee £129.00 Senior fee £103.00 Concession £84.00
  • Start Date: 20 Sep 2025
    End Date: 20 Sep 2025
    Sat (Daytime): 10:00 - 17:00
    In Person
    Location: Keeley Street
    Duration: 1 session
    Course Code: CART04
    Tutors:  Marc Cohen
    Full fee £139.00 Senior fee £111.00 Concession £90.00
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  • Start Date: 30 Oct 2025
    End Date: 06 Nov 2025
    Thu (Daytime): 14:00 - 17:00
    Choose either online or in-person
    Location: Hybrid (choose either online or in-person)
    Duration: 2 sessions (over 2 weeks)
    Course Code: CART03
    Tutors:  Marc Cohen
    Full fee £139.00 Senior fee £111.00 Concession £90.00
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  • Start Date: 23 Jan 2026
    End Date: 30 Jan 2026
    Fri (Daytime): 14:00 - 17:00
    Choose either online or in-person
    Location: Hybrid (choose either online or in-person)
    Duration: 2 sessions (over 2 weeks)
    Course Code: CART01
    Tutors:  Marc Cohen
    Full fee £139.00 Senior fee £111.00 Concession £90.00
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Full fee £139.00 Senior fee £111.00 Concession £90.00

What is the course about?

Artificial intelligence is one the hottest topics in technology these days, but few understand the key concepts behind it. This course will introduce you to the ways in which machines think like humans. You will also develop an understanding of some of the ethical implications of AI along with a summary of the past, present, and future of this groundbreaking field.

Participants who will attend the full course will receive a City Lit certificate of attendance electronically for their CV or CPD records. The certificate will show your name, course title and dates of the course you have attended.

What will we cover?

  • Definitions – What are the key AI terms?
  • History of AI – How did we get here?
  • Mechanics – How does AI work?
  • The State of the Art – What's possible now?
  • Ethics – What are some of the pitfalls and concerns?
  • The Future – Where is AI going?

What will I achieve?
By the end of this course you should be able to...

  • List key milestones in the history of AI
  • List examples of start-of-the-art AI algorithms and explain how they work
  • Debate some of the ethical issues associated with the use of AI
  • Programme some example code for an AI algorithm

What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?

The course is introductory, so no skills needed. All levels welcome.

How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?

The session will consist of interactive lectures, technology demonstrations, and lots of open discussion. No homework is expected outside of class.

Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?

There are no other costs.

When I've finished, what course can I do next?

Please click here to view our Programming and Maths courses and click here to view our web development courses.

Disclaimer: Use of Third-Party Software
This course might require you to either use your own personal account or create an account for the purposes of this course. City Lit cannot accept any responsibility for any failings of the third party or provide technical support. Whilst using the software you will be responsible for abiding by the providers terms and conditions and maintaining your own work

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Please note: We reserve the right to change our tutors from those advertised. This happens rarely, but if it does, we are unable to refund fees due to this. Our tutors may have different teaching styles; however we guarantee a consistent quality of teaching in all our courses.