Overview

What Will I Study?

Unlike traditional IT- and engineering-oriented programmes, the MAAIF combines technical and philosophical topics, providing a humanities-based perspective on AI. Our students gain a fundamental understanding of AI and delve into the ethical and social issues arising from AI technologies through a rigorous interdisciplinary programme combining philosophy, computer science, logic, psychology, and the arts. Students acquire an applicable set of analytical tools and learn to think clearly and critically about AI systems. In our wide-ranging curriculum, students consider the ramifications of AI in a variety of domains, including science, law, economics, public policy, healthcare, and business and finance.

Who is it for?

The broad, interdisciplinary foundation provided by the MAAIF is suitable for anyone, whether you’re a new graduate looking for a future-proof career to an accomplished professional looking to maintain your competitive edge. No specific background in AI is necessary – we provide you with the training necessary to understand cutting-edge AI systems, reason critically about them, and make expert decisions in the AI-driven future.

What can I do with MAAIF?

Designed to align with the Level-6 parameters of Hong Kong Qualification Framework, MAAIF graduates will be well-positioned for careers that blend AI technology with artistic and humanistic pursuits, such as AI Ethicist or Analyst, AI Developer or Art Creator, Educator, and AI Consultant or Strategist. With industries increasingly integrating ethical considerations into their AI strategies, our graduates will find ample opportunities in tech, healthcare, finance, and government sectors, both in Hong Kong and abroad.

Why Lingnan?

The Department of Philosophy at Lingnan University is one of the leading anglophone philosophy departments in East Asia and home to the Hong Kong Catastrophic Risk Centre. Students will enjoy unprecedented access to an international network of research and business leaders in AI. Classes will be held at Lingnan’s state-of-the-art M+ Campus in the heart of the West Kowloon Cultural District (Subject to approval).

Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of the MAAIF, students will be able to:

Explain basic theoretical and ethical principles underlying the growing field of AI.
Communicate technical and ethical concepts related to AI to different audiences, including researchers, policymakers and non-experts.
Generate strategies for creating more responsible, ethical, and human-centered AI systems and applications.
Identify and critically assess the potential risks associated with AI development and implementation, including issues related to fairness.

Career Prospects

Our graduates will be especially well-positioned to take up jobs that combine AI technology with artistic or humanistic pursuits. Examples of career paths include:

Art Creator: Collaborating with teams designing AI systems for various purposes that meet ethical and societal standards.
Educator: Teaching and training others on the principles, ethical standards, and challenges of AI and how to deploy AI technologies in responsible, sustainable, and effective ways.
AI Consultant or Strategist: Providing advice and guidance to organizations on how to utilize AI technologies ethically for their business goals while minimizing security risks and maximizing benefits.
Data Analyst: Interpreting complex digital data to assist businesses in decision-making, while ensuring ethical use of AI and data privacy.
Compliance Officer: Ensuring corporate activities are in line with ethical guidelines and regulations related to AI use.
Start-Up Founder: Launching innovative businesses that leverage AI technologies in an ethical and socially responsible manner.