Artificial Intelligence with a Year in Industry
University of LiverpoolLiverpool, United Kingdom
Course overview
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming the way we live, work and interact with the world. Our specialist BSc programme is designed to maximise future employment opportunities and equip you with the knowledge and skills needed to thrive in this fast-evolving field. Gain a thorough grounding in computer science and an extensive knowledge of the AI theories, practices and skills that are shaping our future.
Artificial Intelligence is one of the most important and cutting-edge sub-fields in Computer Science. It’s transforming industries from technology, robotics and finance to healthcare, creative and third sectors. Shaped by our world-leading research in data science, machine learning, robotics and AI+, on this programme you’ll learn the key facts, principles, and concepts of computer science, while developing specialist expertise in AI theories, methods, and applications.
You’ll develop knowledge of modern languages, tools and practices used in the specification, design, implementation and evaluation of both traditional and AI related computer-based systems. You’ll also explore the professional, ethical and legal considerations that shape the responsible use of technology. Working individually and as part of a development team, you’ll have the opportunity to design and construct both traditional and AI related computer systems, while refining transferable skills such as information retrieval, project management, and independent learning.
In Year Three, you’ll spend a year on industrial placement, acquiring experience and awareness of practical business and industrial environments. Our goal is to develop highly-employable, innovative and responsible graduates. You’ll graduate with a wide range of career opportunities and will be equipped with the skills, knowledge and experience to make real-world, positive impact.
This programme is pending accreditation by BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT, the leading professional body for those working in IT. It’s continuall
Key highlights
- Year-long industrial placement in Year Three in a business environment
- Shaped by research in data science, machine learning, robotics and AI+
- Pending accreditation by BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT
- Design and build traditional and AI computer systems in development teams
- Covers professional, ethical and legal considerations of responsible technology use
- Builds project management, information retrieval and independent learning skills
Entry requirements
- A-level: AAB — to include with A in the EPQ including Mathematics or Computer Science; with EPQ
- GCSE: 4/C — to include English, Mathematics, Science
- BTEC: DD — BTEC Level 3 Diploma
- BTEC: D*DD — to include in a relevant diploma plus; BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma; combined with A levels
- International Baccalaureate: 34 — overall or 6,6,5 in 3 HL sub
Scholarships
Bridge House College Nigeria Law Scholarships
Value: £2,000
Up to £2,000Kaplan Digital Pathways Excellence Scholarship
Kaplan Digital Pathways Foundation Certificate, will receive a £5,000 tuition fee reduction for the first year of study.
Up to £5,000Liverpool Excellence Scholarship for Undergraduates
If you’re an international undergraduate student who hasn’t studied with us before, you could be eligible for a scholarship offering a tuition fee discount of £7,500.
Up to £7,500Sport Liverpool Performance Programme
A very limited number of grants, worth up to £3,500, are available through the High Performance Athlete Programme.
University of Liverpool Graduate Association Hong Kong and Tung Undergraduate Scholarships
The University of Liverpool Graduate Association Hong Kong undergraduate scholarships are worth £10,000 per year for three years and are awarded to students originating from Hong Kong.
Up to £10,000University of Liverpool International College Excellence Scholarship
£5,000 tuition fee reduction for the first year of study.
Up to £5,000
Careers this course leads to
- AI engineer
- Machine learning engineer
- Data scientist
- Software developer
- Robotics software engineer
Cost of study
UK/Home: Full-time place, per year - £9,790; Year in industry: £1,955; Year abroad: £1,465 | International: Full-time place, per year - £32,000; Year in industry: £1,955; Year abroad: £16,000
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 Liverpool, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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