Interested in artificial intelligence but want to understand more than how to write code? This major explores the reasoning behind intelligent systems, including how they classify information, represent knowledge and support decisions.

You'll study applied ontology, a field that helps people and computer systems organize and share information in consistent, meaningful ways. UB is internationally recognized for its expertise in applied ontology, giving you the opportunity to learn from faculty who help shape research and standards in the field.

At UB, you'll benefit from:

The BS in AI and Logic and Ontology combines philosophical foundations with technical training, helping you understand how knowledge, reasoning and computation come together in intelligent systems.

Your studies will include:

You'll develop technical, analytical and reasoning skills that help you understand how AI systems represent knowledge, process information and support decisions.

You will learn to:

• Apply formal logic and ontology to real-world data and AI systems.
• Analyze how knowledge is structured, classified and represented across different fields.
• Use computational methods to investigate problems involving information and reasoning.
• Understand the mathematical and technical foundations of AI and machine learning.
• Evaluate the ethical, social and policy implications of intelligent technologies.
• Communicate technical and philosophical ideas clearly to different audiences.

You'll graduate with the ability to connect human reasoning with computational approaches and contribute to the development and evaluation of intelligent systems.

Put your skills into practice through an internship, interdisciplinary learning and a capstone experience that connects philosophical thinking with real-world applications.

Depending on your interests and available opportunities, you may:

• Complete a required philosophy internship that connects classroom learning with practical experience.
• Work on projects that bring together logic, ontology and computational thinking.
• Collaborate with students across philosophy, AI and related disciplines.
• Explore research questions involving knowledge representation, reasoning and responsible AI.
• Complete a senior capstone focused on AI, society and real-world problem-solving.

These experiences help you strengthen your analytical skills, work across disciplines and see how philosophical reasoning contributes to practical challenges.

Turn your skills in logic, philosophy and artificial intelligence into opportunities across technology, information systems and research. From organizing complex information to evaluating intelligent systems, you'll be prepared to approach challenges that require both technical knowledge and careful reasoning.

Some career paths may require additional education, training or professional experience.

Ready to explore the ideas behind intelligent technology? At UB, you'll combine philosophical reasoning with technical skills while learning how logic, knowledge and ethics can help shape the future of AI.