This course is an accessible introduction to core concepts in AI safety. We'll cover the drivers of modern AI development, major risks from AI like malicious use, competitive pressures, and loss of control, and governance strategies across different scales for preventing these risks.
Introduction to AI Safety
What you'll learn
The foundations of modern AI systems, and where to expect continued development
About major risks from AI, including malicious use, competitive pressures, and loss of control
Governance strategies for mitigating AI risks across different scales
Skills you'll gain
- Security Strategy
- Threat Modeling
- Human Factors (Security)
- Agentic systems
- Public Safety and National Security
- Governance
- Artificial Intelligence
- Safety and Security
- Security Controls
- AI literacy
- Responsible AI
- Risk Management Framework
- AI Security
- Cyber Governance
- Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML)
- Mitigation
Tools you'll learn
Details to know
Assessments
3 assignments
Taught in English
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October 2026
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