Imperial is at the forefront of AI research and innovation, and our vision is that every student graduates from Imperial with the ability to work confidently, critically, and responsibly with AI.
AI for the Workplace is a free, optional programme for students, designed to complement your existing studies.
It is a practical, Imperial-designed programme that prepares you for a world where AI is already changing how work gets done.
Across four progressive courses, you will build the skills and judgement employers increasingly expect. You will learn to understand what AI can and cannot do, decide when and how it should be used responsibly, design agentic AI workflows, and apply what you have learnt in a project that demonstrates your capabilities.
The first course will launch on Monday 2 November.
The first course is AI Foundations for Professional Contexts. To access, follow your Faculty links:
- Faculty of Medicine
- Faculty of Natural Sciences
- Faculty of Engineering
- Imperial Business School
- Students who may be unaffiliated with any specific faculty
Frequently Asked Questions
- Does this course supersede my degree programme’s policies and guidance?
- Will this course be part of my timetable?
- Should I prioritise this course or my degree programme?
- How does this new course sit alongside the existing Introduction to Generative AI course?
- When will the other three courses will be available?
- Is there a deadline for completing the course?
- Will this course be registered on my academic transcript?
- I am having difficulty enrolling. Who should I contact?
No. When you are doing work for your degree programme, you must follow the guidance provided by your programme.
No. This course is optional and online only. It is up to you to decide when to make time for it, around your degree programme commitments.
You should prioritise work for your degree programme.
The Introduction to Generative AI course provides a rapid overview of what generative AI is and some of the points you should keep in mind when using generative AI in your studies at Imperial.
This new AI for the Workplace programme goes into much more depth and focuses on the AI-related skills you will need in your future workplace.
The three subsequent courses will roll out progressively throughout the 2026/27 academic year, with all courses available by April 2027. Learners will be informed of the release dates during Course 1.
As the course is self-paced, there is no set deadline for completion.
If your degree programme finishes before the end of the 2026/27 academic year, you are welcome to start the programme and the courses available to you. However, you will not be able to complete the full AI for the Workplace programme.
No. This course is not credit-bearing or award-bearing.
However, if you complete the course, you will be given a digital certificate of completion to demonstrate this achievement.
If you are having difficulties, please consult the Canvas FAQs or contact the ICT Service Desk.