The first edition of the LLO programme Generative AI at VU Amsterdam has been successfully completed. Over eight intensive days, professionals developed a deep understanding of both the foundations and applications of modern AI technologies.
The first edition of the LLO programme Generative AI at VU Amsterdam has been successfully completed. Over eight intensive days, professionals developed a deep understanding of both the foundations and applications of modern AI technologies.
The programme stands out for its strong integration of conceptual insight and hands-on learning. Participants worked with techniques ranging from neural networks and generative adversarial networks to diffusion models and large language models. They also built their own AI applications, including systems based on retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) and autonomous AI agents.
Beyond technical skills, the programme explicitly addressed the broader context of AI. Topics such as ethics, governance, and the organisational impact of AI were explored in depth. As a result, participants are better equipped not only to apply AI, but also to make informed decisions about its use and implications.
The small-scale and interactive setup fostered intensive exchange between participants and instructors. Professionals from various sectors, along with VU staff, brought in their own questions and challenges, keeping theory and practice closely connected.
With this first edition, VU demonstrates how professionals and VU employees can be effectively prepared for a world in which generative AI plays an increasingly significant role.