Artificial intelligence is transitioning from software that exists only on computers to embodied AI—systems with physical bodies that can move, sense, and act in the world. This development signals a fundamental shift in how AI will be deployed in workplaces and everyday life.
According to NUS Vice President Benjamin Tee, preparing for this change requires families and institutions to think ahead about what skills and knowledge will matter most.
Why it matters
- Students may need new skills suited to working alongside or managing physical AI systems in future jobs.
- Parents should consider how education choices today prepare children for roles that may not yet exist in a robotics-enabled economy.
- Schools and employers in Singapore and Hong Kong may need to adapt training programmes to include AI and robotics literacy.
What to do
- Start conversations with your child's school about robotics and AI learning opportunities available now.
- Explore careers in engineering, robotics, and AI through internships or workshops to understand emerging fields.
- Stay informed about how embodied AI develops locally by following updates from research institutions and policymakers.