How to “AI-Proof” Your Career

What is AI?

Artificial intelligence (AI) refers to technology that tries to replicate human intelligence. It can perform complex tasks that only a human could do in the past, such as thinking and problem-solving.

How is AI impacting jobs and future university graduates?

AI is transforming industries, reshaping the job market and replacing jobs, but with the right skills and knowledge, you can “AI-proof” your career and stay one step ahead of technology.

Employers want new hires who can master AI tools, but the importance of soft skills is rising as AI advances.

With the advent of automation and offshoring in the manufacturing industries, people are understandably concerned about being “replaced” by AI, especially as they consider potential career paths.

AI and automation are great for handling routine tasks, but don’t perform as well with tasks that require creativity, emotional intelligence and complex problem-solving. To combat this, students are working towards more “AI-resistant” careers that emphasize the skills only a human can provide.

At CapU, many of our programs incorporate AI into the curriculum, and students get practical experience and develop the digital literacy needed to thrive in this new AI-driven era.

AI-resistant Career Paths at CapU

A successful film relies heavily on human creativity and intuition, all areas that AI lacks.

With the entertainment industry constantly evolving, our Bachelor of Motion Picture Arts degree program ensures that students keep up with the latest technical skills needed to excel.

Students learn from industry professionals and gain hands-on experience using the newest tools, whether they choose to pursue storytelling, digital editing or animation.

We also offer two separate four-week accelerated training programs for students looking to re-train to work as lighting technicians or grips, two essential roles on every film set.

Graduates of our programs learn how to tell meaningful stories that evoke emotions and change lives, and they pursue careers as directors, editors, producers and more.

Learn more about CapU’s Bachelor of Motion Picture Arts Degree.

Whether it’s graphic design, illustration or interactive design, our programs prepare students to thrive in an AI-influenced design sphere.

Lucrative careers like UX design and UX writing are increasingly in demand in the age of AI.

User satisfaction can have a huge impact on businesses and companies are finally recognizing this. More professionals than ever before are hired to utilize AI and enhance digital experiences.

Our graduates go on to become UX/UI designers, web/app designers, illustrators and more.

Learn more about CapU’s IDEA School of Design.

Technological advancements are still changing the way we approach education and child development though.

In our Early Childhood Care and Education programs, students learn not only about child development but also about how technology can be responsibly integrated into early learning environments.

After graduation, our students move into a broad range of roles, such as early childhood educators, early years program facilitators, education consultants and other positions.

Learn more about CapU’s Bachelor of Early Childhood Care and Education Degree.

Plus, excelling in STEM requires complex problem-solving, critical thinking and creativity – all skills that AI struggles to replicate. If you are worried about being replaced by AI, STEM is for you.

CapU STEM graduates pursue work in many different fields. Some choose to work in the medical field as doctors, dentists and nurses, while others become software developers, engineers or scientists.

Learn more about CapU’s School of Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics (STEM).

Make AI Your Ally

At Capilano University, we empower our students to adapt to ever-changing technology.

When used effectively, AI can be a powerful tool that greatly enhances students’ learning and employability, so why not make the most of it?

Regardless of which degree, diploma, certificate or post-graduate credential students choose to pursue, CapU equips everyone with the tools and skills they need to secure a stable career path and upskill with the times.