Delhi University Launches Online AI in Health Sciences Certificate Course
The University of Delhi has introduced a 15-week online certificate program, Application of AI in Health Sciences, built for healthcare professionals and graduates who want practical AI skills they can use at work. Classes run on weekends with two-hour sessions, and each batch is capped at 50 seats.
The course was launched under DU's Research, Innovation and Entrepreneurship Council and inaugurated on 4 February 2026 by Vice-Chancellor Yogesh Singh in New Delhi.
Why this matters for healthcare professionals
Care delivery, diagnostics, and operations are getting smarter with data. That creates an advantage for clinicians, administrators, and researchers who can work comfortably with AI tools and workflows.
This course is built to help you speak both languages-clinical and technical-without stepping away from your week. Weekend sessions make it doable alongside shifts and study.
Duration, structure, and delivery
- 15 weeks, weekend classes (Saturdays and Sundays)
- Two-hour sessions per class
- Eight modules covering fundamentals through applied use cases
- 50 seats per batch for closer interaction
- Offered under DU's Research, Innovation and Entrepreneurship Council
Who can apply
Applicants should have a bachelor's degree in a related field. Typical backgrounds include:
- Computer Science
- Information Technology (IT)
- Engineering
- Mathematics / Statistics
- Life Sciences and Healthcare (MBBS, Nursing, Pharmacy)
This mix lets technical and medical professionals learn side by side and apply AI where it actually matters-clinics, labs, health systems, research, and public health programs.
What the course covers
- Core AI concepts and how they translate into tools used in healthcare
- Applications across diagnosis support, patient care systems, and health innovation
- Ethical awareness and responsible use in clinical settings
- Interdisciplinary, real-world problem solving geared for implementation
The goal: help you move from theory to practical outcomes your team can trust.
Industry context
As DU's leadership noted during the launch, healthcare will increasingly lean on professionals who combine clinical insight with technical fluency in areas like AI. Expect new roles to emerge and existing roles to expand as AI becomes part of daily practice, from triage and risk prediction to workflow automation and population health.
For context on global guidance, see the WHO's work on AI in health ethics and governance: WHO: Artificial Intelligence in Health.
How to apply
- Check the University of Delhi's official portals for application announcements and timelines: University of Delhi
- Selection may be first-come, first-served or merit-based, depending on eligibility and seat availability
- On completion, participants receive an official certificate
This credential can support roles in healthcare technology, clinical research, AI product teams, and data-driven quality improvement.
Next steps
- Confirm your eligibility and prepare documents.
- Block weekend slots in your calendar for 15 weeks.
- If seats fill, watch for the next batch and set alerts on DU's portal.
- Want to compare programs by role? Browse AI courses by job for additional options.
Bottom line: If you work in healthcare and want practical AI skills without pausing your career, this DU program is a focused way to get started-and put new capabilities to work fast.
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