BSc Artificial Intelligence and Computer Science with Foundation Year

Students of BSc Artificial Intelligence and Computer Science (with foundation year) at Teesside University, Middlesbrough learn how to build and work with intelligent systems, machine learning models, agent-based design, virtual agents, planning systems, hybrid algorithms, and more and are assessed through practical assignments, quizzes, group projects, exams, and presentations to reflect real-world industry demands.

This course includes industry engagement such as live briefs, hackathons, and competitions with companies like Cisco, TUI, HMRC, and Sage. You also benefit from British Computer Society membership, career-focused events (ExpoSeries) with optional placement years to prepare you for future employment.

Candidates of the BSc Artificial Intelligence and Computer Science (with foundation year) at Teesside University, Middlesbrough, must submit a personal statement explaining why they want to study this course and how it fits their studies or career plans. An academic or employer reference is needed, with an option to include a CV to highlight relevant work experience.

Grade Requirements:

• Applicants need two A levels (or equivalent UCAS tariff points 96–112), including Maths at GCSE grade 4/C.
• Applicants who hold a foundation year or HND may enter Year 2 or 3, depending on completed credits and subject relevance.

English Proficiency:

• International students must meet the IELTS requirement score of 6.0 overall, with a minimum of 5.5 in each section.
• An equivalent SELT test score is accepted

The tuition fee for international students of BSc Artificial Intelligence and Computer Science (with foundation year) at Teesside University, Middlesbrough is £17,000 per year.

Teesside University and external bodies offer scholarships and discounts, including merit awards and fee waivers for academic excellence or financial need. One of such is the Global Excellence Scholarship, which gives an Automatic £2,000 fee discount for top-performing international students beginning full-time undergraduate studies in Middlesbrough or Darlington.

Graduates of the BSc Artificial Intelligence and Computer Science (with foundation year) from Teesside University, Middlesbrough, can find work as:

• AI engineers
• Machine learning engineers
• Software developers
• Systems analysts
• Data scientists

Applicants for Teesside University, Middlesbrough, BSc Artificial Intelligence and Computer Science with a foundation year should visit the school application portal to apply. You can speak to one of our trained advisors for guidance.