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[ 993AISOAISK25 ] KV Artificial Intelligence in Society

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Workload Education level Study areas Responsible person Hours per week Coordinating university
1,5 ECTS M1 - Master's programme 1. year (*)Artificial Intelligence Ulrich Meyer 1 hpw Johannes Kepler University Linz
Detailed information
Original study plan Master's programme Artificial Intelligence 2025W
Learning Outcomes
Competences
Students have a deep understanding of the societal impact of artificial intelligence, learning to analyze and critically engage with current debates on how AI influences political, economic, and social dynamics. They are able to assess the implications of AI development, understand the political dimensions of AI governance, and explore strategies for regulating and managing AI in society.
Skills Knowledge
  • Analyzing the Societal Impact of AI (k5)

Students can evaluate the potential and actual effects of AI on society, analyzing how AI influences social structures, political systems, and economic relationships.

  • Engaging in Debates on AI Governance and Ethics (k5)

Students are able to critically engage in discussions on the governance of AI, understanding different perspectives on how AI should be regulated, its ethical implications, and how these relate to societal values.

  • Assessing Political Dimensions of AI Development (k5)

Students can analyze the political aspects of AI development, understanding how AI technology interacts with governmental policies, global power structures, and public opinion.

  • Connecting Theoretical Perspectives with Empirical Cases (k6)

Students are capable of relating theoretical frameworks on AI and society to specific empirical cases, applying these perspectives to analyze real-world AI developments and their societal consequences.

  • Presenting Findings from Project-Based Work (k6)

Students are able to conduct project-based research on AI in society, presenting their findings on specific empirical cases and connecting these insights to broader societal and political debates about AI.

Students acquire knowledge of the social, political, and economic implications of AI, understanding how AI influences modern societies and current governance debates. They learn about the dynamics of AI development, its potential to shape society, and the various ideas and perspectives on how to regulate and manage AI effectively.
Criteria for evaluation
Changing subject? No
Earlier variants They also cover the requirements of the curriculum (from - to)
993AISOAISK19: KV Artificial Intelligence in Society (2019W-2025S)
On-site course
Maximum number of participants -
Assignment procedure Direct assignment