Key Dates
Apply Now for Admissions to the September 2025 Session
Program Duration
4 Years with the first 2 Years at Chitkara University and next 2 Years at Deakin University, Australia
International Transfer Option
Enrol in B.E. in Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning at Chitkara University with an option to transfer after two years of study in India to Deakin University, Australia and graduate with a degree in Bachelor of Artificial Intelligence (Honours) from Deakin in Australia, after 4 years (2+2) of total study.
Chitkara University in partnership with Deakin, Australia, ranked in the Top 1% of Universities worldwide, offers an International Pathway Transfer Program in Artificial Intelligence. This is a 2+2 or a 4-year undergraduate pathway degree option where you can transfer to Deakin University in Australia with 100% credit transfer after two years of your study at Chitkara University in India. On completion of your degree in Australia at Deakin University, you graduate with a Bachelor of Artificial Intelligence (Honours) from Deakin. Your transfer to Deakin in Australia is subject to certain transfer conditions, academic and statutory.
The first two years of your education are co-taught by the faculty from both Universities via a blended learning mode, including in-person classes, virtual classes from Australia, and projects.
Deakin University has a long and illustrious history, from being the first Australian University to specialise in distance education to becoming the University with Victoria’s most satisfied students for ten years running. Known for its innovative approach to education, Deakin emphasises practical learning and industry-driven curricula. Artificial Intelligence students gain valuable experience through industry placements, while DeakinTALENT services help connect them with employers and support their job search.
Deakin has invested in state-of-the-art technology, including advanced labs in electrical and renewable energy, ensuring students are prepared for the digital future. Beyond academics, Deakin offers over 150 clubs and societies, along with extensive student support services. Deakin provides more than just a quality degree—it’s an opportunity to engage, grow, and build your career. With a focus on high-quality education and exceptional employment prospects, Deakin offers a life-changing experience that sets students up for success.
Top 1% University Worldwide
Counted among the Top 50 young universities across the globe, Deakin University stands out for world-class facilities, research, teaching excellence, employability, innovation, and inclusiveness.
Best Rated University
Deakin University won the Victorian International Education Award 2020 for ‘Excellence in International Student Employability and Career Development,’ showcasing its commitment to student success.
World-Class Facilities
Ranked as Australia’s top tech-support University (Voice Project IT Service Quality Survey), Deakin offers excellent infrastructure, hands-on learning, and real-world research application at its Burwood campus.
Most-Satisfied Students
For eleven consecutive years, Deakin’s undergraduates have reported the highest satisfaction among Victorian universities, as per Australian Graduate Survey and QILT’s Graduate Outcomes Survey.
Students enrolling in the Academic Mentorship Program in Artificial Intelligence with Deakin University will complete the following courses during their first two years on campus at Chitkara University, India.
Students who opt to take the pathway to Deakin University’s Melbourne campus (subject to meeting transfer conditions) will take the following courses in the subsequent semesters in Australia to get the 4-Year degree in Bachelor of Artificial Intelligence (Honours) from Deakin University.
Students who choose to stay at Chitkara University will enter the 3rd year of the B.E. in Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning program, completing the 3rd and 4th-year courses to successfully graduate with a 4-year B.E. in Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning degree from Chitkara University.
Graduates of the Bachelor in Artificial Intelligence (Honours) program at Deakin University will develop a comprehensive set of skills and knowledge essential for a successful career, preparing them for the evolving field of Artificial Intelligence.
Deakin University’s Bachelor of Artificial Intelligence prepares graduates for high-demand careers in AI-driven fields. With expertise in data, algorithms, and intelligent systems, graduates can work across industries such as healthcare, finance, autonomous systems, smart cities, and robotics.
This program includes industry placements, where students must complete 30 to 60 days of practical work experience in an AI-focused workplace. Students transferring to Deakin University will be required to undertake additional 100 to 160 hours of professional experience, gaining hands-on exposure to AI applications across industries.
Students will save significantly on international tuition fees during the first two years at Chitkara University. International tuition will be applicable only when students transfer to Australia in the third year at Deakin University.
| Program | Fee Per Semester |
|---|---|
| B.E. in Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning | Rs. 1,80,000/- |
For students transferring in the 3rd year to Deakin University, Australia, please scan the QR code for details on fees for the 3rd and 4th years.
You can visit our website or download application form or visit us at our admission office in Chandigarh or speak to our representative. Once you meet the eligibility conditions below, you can deposit application form with required documents and application fee to receive your letter of admission. The eligibility conditions are:
Home to many of Australia’s best-known landmarks, such as the Melbourne Cricket Ground, the National Gallery of Victoria and the World Heritage-listed Royal Exhibition Building, it is also the birthplace of Australian rules football, and the Australian film and television industries.
More recently, it has been recognised as a UNESCO City of Literature and a Global centre for street art, live music and theatre. It hosts major annual international events such as the Australian Grand Prix, the Australian Open, Cricket World Cup and the Melbourne Cup, and also hosted the 1956 Summer Olympics and the 2006 Commonwealth Games. Due to its high ratings in entertainment, tourism, and sport, as well as education, healthcare, research, and development, Melbourne has consistently ranked as one of the world’s most liveable cities year after year.
You can apply for transfer to Deakin University in Australia after studying and demonstrating academic success (with a requisite CGPA of 6.5 on 10.0 scale) at Chitkara University’s B.E. Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning. You will be eligible to transfer into the third year of Bachelor of Artificial Intelligence (Honours) degree at Deakin University, Burwood Campus in Melbourne, Australia with prior learning credits from the first two years of your study at Chitkara University. You will apply at Deakin University in Australia for transfer into the third year of Bachelor of Artificial Intelligence program and based on approval of study permit from the concerned authorities and other conditions, you can graduate with a four-year Bachelor of Artificial Intelligence (Honours) Degree.
Additionally, you will be eligible to apply for a Post-Study Work Permit upon successful graduation/completion of the program. However, apart from academic success, you have to secure a study permit from the Department of Home Affairs at the Australian High Commission in New Delhi, the only Australian Government visa granting Authority.
As an international student at Deakin, you can work part-time according to the conditions of your visa. If you are on a student visa, you can work before the course commences and work more than 40 hours a fortnight in any sector of the economy.* During trimester breaks and holidays, you can work as much as you want. Deakin can even help to find a job that suits you – whether you would like some extra income, or if you are keen to get some work experience related to your degree.
*Disclaimer: The policies are constantly updated and are not static.
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