University of Hertfordshire

BSc (Hons) Applied Computing and Artificial Intelligence (Top Up)

University of HertfordshireUniversity of Hertfordshire, Hatfield

Course overview

This BSc (Hons) Applied Computing and Artificial Intelligence (Top-Up) programme explores Artificial Intelligence (AI), human-centred computing, machine learning, and cybersecurity, combining theoretical knowledge with practical skills. You’ll apply machine learning techniques and neural networks for data analysis, explore AI methods, algorithms, and programming paradigms. Using human-computer interaction techniques, you’ll design intuitive interfaces and with a focus on Human-Centred AI, critically assess AI’s societal impact The course also covers key cybersecurity challenges, equipping you with the skills to manage and implement security policies and solutions.

Industry insights shape the curriculum, ensuring you develop expertise relevant to careers in AI, data science, cybersecurity,

Key highlights

  • Apply machine learning techniques and neural networks to data analysis
  • Explore AI methods, algorithms and programming paradigms
  • Design intuitive interfaces using human-computer interaction techniques
  • Critically assess the societal impact of AI through Human-Centred AI
  • Learn to manage and implement cybersecurity policies and solutions
  • Curriculum shaped by industry insights

Entry requirements

  • IELTS: 6 — 6.0 IELTS score of 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in each band.

Scholarships

  • Dannenberg Scholarship (BEng)

    £1,000 (or share of)

  • Jarvis Centenary Scholarship

    £5,000 (over three years of study: £1,000 in the first year, £2,000 each in the second and third years) with at least one site visit or period of work experience with Jarvis Homes

    Up to £5,000

  • Kurt Dannenberg Bursary

    £1,000 (or share of)

    Up to £1,000

  • Professor Peter Lines Scholarship

    Value: £1,000

    Up to £1,000

  • The Janice Ann McNaughton Bursary

    £3,000 (paid in the first year of study)

    Up to £3,000

  • The Judges' and High Sheriffs' Scholarship

    two students will be awarded £1,500 each

    Up to £1,500

Careers this course leads to

  • AI engineer
  • Machine learning engineer
  • Data scientist
  • Cybersecurity analyst
  • UX designer
  • Software developer

Cost of study

UK/Home: £9,790 | International: £17,450

Admission

Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of Hertfordshire, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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