Online doctorates in AI, data & technology
5 professional doctorates from three European universities: three years of applied research, online, alongside your career, wherever you are.
Choose your doctorate by purpose
Each doctorate has a different focus. Start with what you want your research to change.
Doctor of Technology in Artificial Intelligence
Applied research in artificial intelligence: research proposal, progress reviews, thesis and viva over three tiers.
Doctorate in AI and Technology Management
Strategic use of AI and emerging technologies in organisations: five core modules and thesis research.
Doctorate in AI Leadership and Emerging Technologies
Leadership, governance and critical evaluation of AI and emerging technologies through original research.
Doctorate in Data Intelligence and Future Technologies
Advanced research in data intelligence and emerging technologies, analysing complex systems and driving innovation.
Doctorate in AI in Education
Research-led expertise at the meeting point of AI and education: teaching, learning and assessment.
Compare all online doctorates
Purpose, duration, credits and format side by side.
| Programme | Awarded by | Purpose | Duration | Credits | Format |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Doctor of Technology in Artificial Intelligence | Woolf, Malta | Technical, applied AI research | 36 months | 180 ECTS | Blended |
| Doctorate in AI and Technology Management | Guglielmo Marconi University, Italy | Managing AI and technology in organisations | 36 months | – | Blended |
| Doctorate in AI Leadership and Emerging Technologies | UTAMED, Spain | Leadership and governance of AI | 3 years | – | 100% online |
| Doctorate in Data Intelligence and Future Technologies | UTAMED, Spain | Research in data and emerging technologies | 3 years | – | Online |
| Doctorate in AI in Education | UTAMED, Spain | AI in teaching and learning | 3 years | – | 100% online |
Partner universities
Each doctorate is awarded by the university named on the programme.
Guides to help you choose
Plain-English comparisons from the Airtics team.
Online doctorates: frequently asked questions
Straight answers. For anything about your own situation, an advisor can help.
Which online doctorates can I study through Airtics?
5 professional doctorates: the Doctor of Technology in Artificial Intelligence (Woolf, Malta), the Doctorate in AI and Technology Management (Guglielmo Marconi University, Italy), and UTAMED’s doctorates in AI Leadership and Emerging Technologies, Data Intelligence and Future Technologies, and AI in Education.
Which AI doctorate is right for me?
Choose the Doctor of Technology in AI for technical, applied AI research; the Doctorate in AI and Technology Management for managing AI and technology inside organisations; the Doctorate in AI Leadership and Emerging Technologies for the leadership and governance of AI; Data Intelligence and Future Technologies for research in data; and AI in Education if you work in teaching or academic leadership.
What is the difference between a Doctor of Technology and a PhD?
A professional doctorate such as a Doctor of Technology centres on applied research connected to practice, while a PhD is usually oriented towards theory and academic research. Read DBA vs PhD vs Doctor of Technology for a full comparison.
Can I do a doctorate online while working?
Yes. These doctorates are delivered online or in a blended format so that senior professionals can carry out their research alongside their careers.
Can I study from outside the UAE?
Yes. The doctorates are online, so you can study from the GCC, Africa, South Asia, Europe or anywhere else with a reliable internet connection.
How long does an online doctorate take?
Each doctorate on this page runs over three years (36 months).
How is a doctorate assessed?
Through original research. The Doctor of Technology in AI, for example, is assessed through a research proposal, progress reviews, a thesis and a viva.
Do I need a master's degree first?
Entry requirements differ by programme, and an advisor will review your background with you. See Can you do a doctorate without a master’s degree?
Who awards the doctorate?
The partner university named on each programme awards the doctorate. Airtics Education does not confer degrees.
How much does an online doctorate cost?
Costs depend on the programme and the intake, so we don’t publish them here. Contact an Airtics advisor for current fees and payment options.