Program Overview

Introduction to the BSc (Hons) Artificial Intelligence Program

The BSc (Hons) Artificial Intelligence is a three-year degree program, extendable to four years with an optional placement year or year abroad. This program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the theoretical and practical aspects of Artificial Intelligence (AI), as well as a strong foundation in core computer science theory.

Program Overview

The BSc (Hons) Artificial Intelligence program covers a broad curriculum shaped by industry partners, ensuring that students gain the most up-to-date understanding of computer science. The program includes modules on AI, programming, data, digital systems, and specializations, allowing students to tailor their degree through their choice of optional modules.

Why Choose This Program

This program gives students a comprehensive perspective on the current developments, needs, and potential of AI models, algorithms, and systems. By studying this program, students can gain expertise in areas such as assistive technologies, computer games, Big Data, and robotics. The program also provides opportunities for students to add a placement year or study abroad, allowing them to put their learning into practice, expand their perspective, and build confidence in professional or international settings.

Who Should Apply

This program is suitable for:

• Future programmers and engineers
• Those wanting to use AI applications to revolutionize people's lives
• Students eager to develop their own computer games, apps, online platforms, and digital systems
• Computational thinkers with a great grasp of pattern recognition and algorithms

What You Will Learn

The program covers a range of topics, including:

• AI: Investigating machine learning techniques and language engineering
• Programming: Learning to program with multiple programming languages
• Data: Exploring ways to work with data from data structures to Big Data
• Digital systems: Grasping the software and hardware underpinning digital computer systems
• Specialize: Tailoring your degree through your choice of optional modules

Learning Experience

The program offers:

• Optional study abroad year: Spending a year at one of our partner universities and experiencing another culture
• Optional placement year: Gaining professional experience in a business or organization with university support
• Expert teaching: Learning from leading researchers revolutionizing industries such as agriculture and healthcare
• Specialist facilities: Accessing 24/7 computing labs with a range of programming software and specialist facilities for brain-computer interfaces, intelligent environments, and more

Careers and Outcomes

A BSc (Hons) Artificial Intelligence degree prepares students for diverse careers in:

• Business: AI adoption, compliance, data analysis, automation, consultancy
• IT: Computer and information research, computer network architecture, database systems administration, security analysis
• Engineering: Design, development, research, diagnostics, manufacture
• Healthcare: Health information and technology, clinical data and systems administration
• Computer games: Development, programming

Meet the Researchers

The program is taught by experienced researchers, including:

• Dr. Haider Raza, expert in AI
• Prof. Huosheng Hu, expert in robotics
• Dr. Weiyong Si, expert in robotics and AI

Entry Requirements

UK Entry Requirements

• GCSE: Mathematics C/4
• Plus one of the level 3 qualifications below:
  • A-levels: BBB - BBC or 120 - 112 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of 2 full A-levels
  • BTEC: DDM - DMM or 120 - 112 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of the equivalent of 2 full A-levels
  • Combined qualifications on the UCAS tariff: 120 - 112 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of 2 full A-levels or equivalent
  • IB: 30 - 29 points in the IB Diploma or 120 - 112 UCAS tariff points to include a minimum of 2 Higher Level subjects
  • QAA-approved Access to HE Diploma: 120-112 UCAS tariff points, depending on subject studied
  • T-levels: 120-112 UCAS tariff points

International and EU Entry Requirements

We accept a wide range of qualifications from applicants studying in the EU and other countries. Please contact us for more information.

English Language Requirements

• IELTS 6.0 overall, or specified score in another equivalent test that we accept

Program Structure

The program consists of three years of study, with the option to add a placement year or year abroad. The structure includes:

• Year 1: Core modules, including Team Project Challenge, Mathematics for Computing, Introduction to Programming, Introduction to Databases, Fundamentals of Digital Systems, Object-Oriented Programming, and Web Development
• Year 2: Core modules, including Team Project Challenge, Software Engineering, Application Programming, Data Structures and Algorithms, Introduction to Artificial Intelligence, and Introduction to Data Science
• Final Year: Core modules, including Individual Capstone Project Challenge, Natural Language Engineering, Machine Learning, and Computer Vision, as well as optional modules

Fees and Funding

• Home/UK fee: ｣9,535 per year
• International fee: ｣25,050 per year
• Fees will increase for each academic year of study
• Scholarships and financial support may be available

What's Next

After graduating from this program, students can pursue a range of careers in AI, IT, engineering, healthcare, and computer games. The program also provides a solid foundation for further study or research in AI and related fields.