This course introduces advanced machine learning techniques with a focus on the visual domain, emphasizing their role in both research and real-world applications. Students will gain practical skills through hands-on exercises to support theoretical understanding. We aim to enabling them to choose and adapt appropriate methods for specific tasks. In the age of generative AI, understanding the underlying principles is essential. The course contributes to developing AI literacy by introducing foundational concepts, diving into selected technical details, and fostering critical discussions around the capabilities and limitations of current approaches.