PANORAIMA (Pan-European Network for Responsible Artificial Intelligence Multisector Masters) is an EU-funded project that aims to extend AI education to students from non-IT backgrounds as well as to professionals through lifelong learning programmes.

The project is funded by the European Union under the DIGITAL-SKILLS-5 programme.

PANORAIMA brings together a broad network of European higher education institutions and industry partners. The project is coordinated by Utrecht University of Applied Sciences (Stichting Hogeschool Utrecht). The consortium behind PANORAIMA represent both academic excellence and strong links to industry, ensuring a balanced and practice-oriented approach.

PANORAIMA focuses on four professional fields where artificial intelligence is expected to have a transformative impact: Health & Life Sciences, Law & Compliance (including AI audit and regulation), Media & Communication, and Management & Finance. These domains were identified through market research and stakeholder consultations as the areas with the most pressing need for professionals who understand not only the technical aspects of AI, but also its ethical, regulatory, and practical applications. By addressing these sectors, PANORAIMA ensures that its programmes remain relevant to real-world challenges and directly aligned with the needs of the European labour market.

Students will gain up-to-date knowledge on how to apply artificial intelligence responsibly and effectively in their own professional fields.

PANORAIMA also develops lifelong learning programmes designed to equip professionals from various sectors with practical AI-related skills.

The HCAIM project (Human-Centered Artificial Intelligence Master) developed a master’s programme focused on responsible AI. PANORAIMA expands on this by addressing multisectoral applications and aligning academic curricula with industry needs.

Interested students and professionals can access programmes through the participating universities and industry partners’ websites.

Most existing AI programmes are highly technical and focused on ICT. PANORAIMA bridges the gap by offering responsible, human-centred AI education tailored to non-technical professionals and directly aligned with market needs.

The research shows demand for both technical skills (e.g., data science, machine learning, prompt engineering) and non-technical skills (critical thinking, ethical awareness, regulatory compliance, data protection).

The project is not about inventing new job titles but about empowering existing professionals—such as lawyers, doctors, managers, or media specialists—with AI capabilities. This makes them AI-enabled professionals in their own fields.

The project provides flexible and modular lifelong learning opportunities, including short targeted courses and micro-credentials, making upskilling and reskilling accessible for professionals.

The programme incorporates responsible and ethical AI use as well as compliance-related knowledge that aligns with the requirements of the EU AI Act.

Students from non-ICT backgrounds, working professionals (e.g., in healthcare, law, finance, media), and companies looking to upskill their workforce in responsible, applied AI practices.

PANORAIMA applies an iterative and adaptive approach to education. Both the academic programmes and the lifelong learning courses offered within the project are continuously challenged and refined. Because we maintain close contact with the labour market and actively monitor technological change, we are able to integrate new insights, stakeholder feedback, and regulatory updates directly into our curriculum. This means that our programmes are not static, but are regularly adjusted to reflect real-world needs, emerging AI applications, and the evolving European policy landscape, ensuring their long-term relevance and impact.

Absolutely. In fact, this is one of PANORAIMA’s core missions. The project was created to make AI knowledge accessible to those who are not IT specialists. Whether you work in healthcare, law, management, media, or another field, PANORAIMA is designed to give you the understanding and skills needed to apply AI responsibly and effectively in your profession. By focusing on non-technical audiences, the project helps to bridge the gap between advanced AI technologies and everyday professional practice.

PANORAIMA offers a wide range of learning formats to meet diverse needs. In addition to traditional classroom-based programmes with in-person participation, the project also provides flexible and modular learning options, including online, hybrid, and short intensive courses, as well as micro-credentials. This combination ensures that both full-time students and busy professionals can find a suitable way to participate and benefit from the training opportunities.