BSc (Hons) Computer Science (Artificial Intelligence & Data Science)

Program Overview

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BSc (Hons) Computer Science (Artificial Intelligence & Data Science)

Overview

Develop a specialist understanding of the key conceptual and technological issues in artificial intelligence and data science computation.

Why Study BSc Computer Science (Artificial Intelligence & Data Science) at Goldsmiths?

• Develop and understand cutting-edge machine learning models, alongside their implications.
• Develop key skills in applying datasets to a range of models including deep learning neural networks, and applying models to a range of divergent problems.
• Explore the ethical and social implications of the deployment of machine learning models, and consider their limitations and validity.
• Learn how to extract useful information from large collections of data, using software mining techniques.
• The degree is hands-on and practical from the start. You'll be creating your own web and mobile applications, data visualisations, and games.

Entry Requirements

• A-level: BBB
• BTEC: DDM
• IB: 33 points overall with Three HL subjects at 655

Length

• 3 years full-time
• 4 years full-time with a placement year
• 6-8 years part-time

Fees

• Home - full-time: £9535
• Home - part-time: £TBC
• International - full-time: £21200

Department

• Computing

Computer Science Pathways

• BSc (Hons) Computer Science
• BSc (Hons) Computer Science (Cybersecurity)
• BSc (Hons) Computer Science (Software Engineering)
• BSc (Hons) Computer Science (User Experience)

What You'll Study

Year 1

• Introduction to Programming (15 credits)
• User Experience and the Web (15 credits)
• Logic and Computer Architecture (15 credits)
• Computing Project 1 (15 credits)
• Graphics 1 (15 credits)
• Algorithms 1 (15 credits)
• Identity, Agency & Environment 1 (15 credits)
• Identity, Agency & Environment 2 (15 credits)

Year 2

Compulsory Modules

• Software Development and Design (15 credits)
• Computing Project 2 (15 credits)
• Object Oriented Programming (15 credits)
• Data Programming for Artificial Intelligence (15 credits)
• Algorithms 2 (15 credits)
• Fundamentals of Computer Science (15 credits)
• The Goldsmiths Elective (15 credits)

Optional Modules

• Networks and Operating Systems (15 credits)
• Information Security (15 credits)
• The Goldsmiths Project (15 credits)

Optional Placement Year

• The degree includes an optional industrial placement year between the second and final year of study.

Year 3/4

Compulsory Modules

• Final Project in Computer Science (45 credits)
• Artificial Intelligence (15 credits)
• Neural Networks (15 credits)
• Machine Learning (15 credits)
• Data Mining (15 credits)

Optional Modules

• You'll then use your remaining 15 credits to take an optional module from a list provided annually by the Department of Computing.

Teaching Style

• This programme is taught through a mixture of lectures, tutorials, workshops and laboratory sessions.
• You’ll also be expected to undertake a significant amount of independent study.

Assessment

• You’ll be assessed by a variety of methods, depending on your module choices.
• These may include coursework, examinations, group work and projects.

Credits and Levels of Learning

• An undergraduate honours degree is made up of 360 credits – 120 at Level 4, 120 at Level 5 and 120 at Level 6.

Facilities

• The Department of Computing has a wealth of specialist labs and facilities that enable students and academics to create cutting-edge work.

Careers

• The explosive and ever-growing use of technology in business and enterprise means that there are a whole range of different career possibilities for computer science graduates.

Skills

• Programming skills, including those required to design and build business computing systems for internet and mobile environments, and those specifically for artificial intelligence
• An understanding of the fundamental methods, theories, techniques and technologies relating to the development of machine learning systems
• Critical, analytical, creative, reflective and interpersonal skills that will prepare you for a career in industry or research
• An understanding of contemporary computing practice
• An awareness of the impact of your work, and the wider role computing technology plays in society
• The mathematical and computational principles underlying computing
• Computational problem solving
• Project management
• Teamwork and collaboration

Industrial Placement Year

• If you decide to take the industrial placement year, you will develop the practical skills and real-world experience that is sought after by employers.

MSci Study Route

• Depending on your academic results, you’ll also have the opportunity to continue your studies to MSci level.

Entry Requirements

• We accept the following qualifications:
  • A-level: BBB
  • BTEC: DDM
  • International Baccalaureate: 33 points overall with Three HL subjects at 655
  • Access: Pass with 45 Level 3 credits including 30 Distinctions and a number of merits/passes in subject-specific modules
  • Scottish qualifications: BBBBC (Higher) or BBC (Advanced Higher)
  • European Baccalaureate: 75%
  • Irish Leaving Certificate: H2 H2 H2 H2

Additional Requirements

• If you do not have a Science or Mathematics-based A-level, you should normally have at least Grade B/Grade 6 at GCSE Mathematics.

Transfers

• If you are a University of London student of Computing you may transfer onto the second or third year of this degree.

Alternative Qualifications and Experience

• See our full list of undergraduate entry qualifications.

International Qualifications

• We also accept a wide range of international qualifications.

Fees and Funding

• Annual tuition fees:
  • Home - full-time: £9535
  • Home - part-time: £TBC
  • International - full-time: £21200

Funding Opportunities

• We offer a wide range of scholarships and bursaries.

Additional Costs

• In addition to your tuition fees, you'll be responsible for any additional costs associated with your course.

Placement Year

• If you choose to do a placement year, the fee for this year will be different to that listed.