Source: The Manila Times

MAPUA University has announced the debut of its Bachelor of Science in Artificial Intelligence (AI) Engineering degree this academic year, 2025-2026, the first undergraduate program of its kind in the Philippines.

AI Engineering involves teaching computers to think and learn like humans, enabling them to help solve everyday challenges. The field combines engineering, computer science, and data science to create intelligent systems, such as applications that can recognize faces, recommend products, aid in disease diagnosis, predict potential natural disasters, or manage traffic systems.

The four-year, two-term AI Engineering program, comprising 205 credit units, covers both technical depth and academic foundation courses to develop globally competitive graduates who can optimize core AI technologies and lead in the development and integration of ethical and socially responsive AI tools and systems.

AI technologies have a transformative impact on addressing complex societal problems and driving industries worldwide. The World Economic Forum’s Future of Jobs Report 2025 projected that AI specialists will be among the top 10 fastest-growing job roles through 2030. Also, AI and automation are expected to change 39 percent of workers’ core skills by 2030.

A “State of AI in the Philippines“ report cited by the think tank Philippine Institute for Development said that data aggregator Statistica found AI has been gaining more prominence and traction in the country with a projected value of $1.025 billion this year, and a potential annual growth rate of 27.75 percent through 2030.

AI Engineering students hone skills in coding, mathematics, AI model development, ethical AI design, system integration, generative AI, AI governance and responsible innovation, enabling them to steer its growth in a digital-first world. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO