BSc (Hons) Data Science and Artificial Intelligence
Program start date | Application deadline |
2025-09-01 | - |
Program Overview
BSc (Hons) Data Science and Artificial Intelligence
Key Facts
- Award: BSc (Hons)
- Start date: September
- Total Credits: 480
- Duration: Three years
- Mode of study: Full-time
Course Structure
- Year 1
- Subject one: Introduction to Computing Science (CSCU9P1) - Semester: Autumn - SCQF Level: 7 - 20 credits
- Subject two: Discrete Structures (MATU9S1) - Semester: Autumn - SCQF Level: 7 - 20 credits
- Subject three: Scripting for Data Science (CSCU9M3) - Semester: Autumn - SCQF Level: 8 - 20 credits
- Subject four: Programming & User Interface Design (CSCU9P2) - Semester: Spring - SCQF Level: 7 - 20 credits
- Subject Five: Introduction to Data Science (CSCU9S2) - Semester: Spring - SCQF Level: 7 - 20 credits
- Subject Six: Practical Statistics (MATU9D2) - Semester: Spring - SCQF Level: 8 - 20 credits
- Year 2
- Subject 1: Database Principles and Applications (CSCU9B3) - Semester: Autumn - SCQF Level: 8 - 20 credits
- Subject 2: Introduction to Machine Learning (CSCU9M5) - Semester: Autumn - SCQF Level: 9 - 20 credits
- Subject 3: UX Design (CSCU9X5) - Semester: Autumn - SCQF Level: 9 - 20 credits
- Subject 4: NoSQL Databases & Data Warehousing (CSCU9B4) - Semester: Spring - SCQF Level: 9 - 20 credits
- Subject 5: Natural Language Processing & Computer Vision (CSCU9M6) - Semester: Spring - SCQF Level: 10 - 20 credits
- Subject 6: Data Strategy (CSCU9D6) - Semester: Spring - SCQF Level: 10 - 20 credits
- Year 3
- Compulsory Modules
- Computing Science Project (CSCU9Z7) - Semester: Autumn + Spring - SCQF Level: 10 - 60 credits
- Data Science Applications (CSCU9DA) - Semester: Autumn - SCQF Level: 10 - 20 credits
- Distributed Data Science Systems (CSCU9DC) - Semester: Spring - SCQF Level: 10 - 20 credits
- Options Modules
- Computer Security (CSCU9YX) - Semester: Autumn - SCQF Level: 10 - 10 credits
- Artificial Intelligence (CSCU9YE) - Semester: Autumn - SCQF Level: 10 - 10 credits
- Compulsory Modules
Admission Requirements
- Year 1 entry – Four-year honours
- British A-levels: BBB - one sitting
- IB (International Baccalaureate): 32
- CBSE / ICSE: More than 65% in each subject of the Senior High School Diploma
- UAE Ministry (Tawjihiyva): More than 80% in each subject of the Senior High School Diploma
- American Curriculum: More than 80% in each subject of the Senior High School Diploma
- Progression from SQA
- SQA Adv Dip progress to year 3 with a combination of grades of AA, AB, AC, BB, BC
- SQA Adv Dip progress to year 2 with a grades of CC
- Progression from other Diploma Programs
- Student who has Completed HND's Level 3, 4 & 5 of BTEC, Ofqual & ATHE will be considered for direct admission into the course
- English Language Requirements
- IELTS Academic or UKVI 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in each sub-skill
- Cambridge C1 Advanced (CAE) 169 overall with a minimum of 162 in each sub-skill
- Pearson Test of English (Academic) 60 overall with a minimum of 59 in each sub-skill
- IBT TOEFL 78 overall with a minimum of 17 in listening, 18 in reading, 20 in speaking and 17 in writing
- IBT TOEFL Special Home Edition Test 78 overall with a minimum of 17 in listening, 18 in reading, 20 in speaking and 17 in writing
- Trinity ISE II Pass overall with a Pass in each sub-skill, ISE III Pass overall and in all sub-skills, ISE IV Pass overall and in all sub-skills
- LanguageCert International ESOL B2 Communicator - High Pass overall with minimum 25 in each sub-skills
Tuition Fees
- One-time fees
- Registration (Non-refundable): 3,500 AED
- Annual fee
- Tuition: 40,000 AED
- Examination: 1,500 AED
- Lab/Software Fee: 1,500 AED
- Note: The above fees are excluding 5% VAT
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University of Stirling, Rak
Overview:
The University of Stirling, Rak is a branch campus of the University of Stirling, UK, located in Ras Al Khaimah, UAE. It offers UK-accredited undergraduate and postgraduate degree programs in various fields, including accounting, finance, management, software engineering, computing science, and more. The campus opened in 2018 and is known for its modern facilities and commitment to providing a high-quality education.
Services Offered:
The university provides a range of services to support students, including:
Visa assistance:
Guidance and support for obtaining student visas for the UAE.Accommodation:
On-campus and off-campus housing options for students.Student transport:
University buses run daily between the campus and all emirates.Student testimonials:
Sharing experiences of current and former students.Grievance redressal:
A system for addressing student concerns and complaints.Student Life and Campus Experience:
The campus offers a vibrant and supportive environment for students. Students can participate in extracurricular activities, including sports and fitness programs, to stay active and connect with fellow students. The university also hosts workshops and events to enhance student skills and knowledge.
Key Reasons to Study There:
UK-accredited degrees:
Students earn degrees recognized globally.Modern facilities:
The campus boasts state-of-the-art facilities and resources.Experienced faculty:
The university employs experienced and qualified faculty members.Global learning environment:
Students interact with peers from diverse backgrounds.Scholarships and financial aid:
The university offers scholarships to support students financially.Academic Programs:
The university offers a range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs, including:
Undergraduate:
- BA (Hons) Accounting and Finance
- BSc (Hons) Management
- BSc (Hons) Software Engineering
- BSc (Hons) Computing Science
Postgraduate:
- MSc Finance
- MSc Big Data