Higher Diploma in Artificial Intelligence

An 18-month Higher Diploma in AI from ICBT with machine learning, deep learning, large language models and agentic AI.

ICBT
Next intake: March 2027
LevelHigher-national-diploma
Duration1.5 Years
Study modefull-time
CampusColombo

Overview

About this course

This Higher Diploma from ICBT's Faculty of Information Technology gives a broad grounding in AI principles and the skills to judge which approaches suit different problems. The programme page marks it as subject to approval, so confirm availability with ICBT before applying. The first year covers computer architecture, programming fundamentals, systems analysis and design, databases, object-oriented programming and web application development. The second year turns to data visualisation, AI and machine learning, Internet of Things, deep learning and large language models, agentic AI and a computing project. Full-time study takes 18 months and part-time study takes 24 months. Intakes are listed in March, May, September and November.

Modules

12 modules
Computer ArchitectureSemester 1
Fundamentals in ProgrammingSemester 1
System Analysis and DesignSemester 1
Database Design and DevelopmentSemester 2
Object Oriented ProgrammingSemester 2
Web Application DevelopmentSemester 2

Entry requirements

Academic Entry Requirement

Qualifications
  • Five GCE O/L passes (or equivalent) including C passes in Mathematics and English.
  • At least one of: two S passes at the GCE A/L (or equivalent), or a Level 3 Foundation Certificate or Diploma.
English Language Proficiency

Applicants whose first language is not English must provide evidence of English fluency.

Facilities

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Key information

Level

higher-national-diploma

Duration

1.5 Years ยท full-time

Location

Colombo, Galle, Jaffna, Kandy, Matara, Nugegoda

Fees

On request

Upcoming intakes

Verified informationOct 14, 2026

Related study areas

Artificial IntelligenceInformation TechnologyComputing

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