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During this module, you will: 

• Understand the core concepts of AI ethics, risk, and governance, and how they influence responsible technology development. 

• Learn to identify and evaluate ethical challenges, regulatory gaps, and governance risks in real-world AI systems. 

• Apply global frameworks to case studies and assess how emerging AI technologies can be managed in context-specific ways. 

• Strengthen your understanding of responsible AI innovation, preparing you for advanced study or strategic roles in AI ethics, governance, or regulation. 

Key Information

This micro-credential will be delivered online over 5 weeks. 

You will be assessed through a series of continuous skill-based assignments, provided by your lecturer, with no final exam. 

Part-time considerations:   

•   Designed for working professionals   

•   Evening or recorded lectures   

•   Additional prep and group work time   

•   Timetable provided after registration

To help you to be successful on this course: 

• Applicants should hold a bachelor’s degree ( Level 8) with at least a second-class honours, grade 2 (2:2) in any discipline.   

• If applicants have a lower result or an unrelated qualification, they may be considered on a case-by-case basis if they can provide evidence of two or more years of relevant work experience (Recognised Prior Learning). 

• In assessing applications, the Course Team will consider relevant accredited tax qualifications, work experience etc. as being suitable prior learning 

Guidelines for your applications: 

• When applying, be sure to include the Module Code IN5103. We can’t process your application without it. You can apply for more than one module using the same application.  

• By applying, you confirm that you meet the entry requirements and can take part in the course and its assessments.  

• This course will go ahead if it meets minimum enrolment number.  

• Completing this module doesn’t guarantee you a place in a full programme. If you want to apply for a full programme, you must meet the specific entry requirements for that programme. 

EU  - €2,275  

Further information on fees and payment of fees is available from the Student Fees Office website. All fee related queries should be directed to the Student Fees Office (Phone: +353 61 213 007 or email student.fees.office@ul.ie).    

Other funding  

Find further information on funding and scholarships. 

This micro-credential can lead to the following sectors and careers: 

• AI ethics and governance advisory roles  

• Technology policy and regulatory compliance  

• Responsible innovation and digital strategy  

• Progression to postgraduate study in AI governance, data ethics, or digital leadership