BSc Honours Artificial Intelligence and Robotics with Foundation Year

The BSc (Honours) Artificial Intelligence and Robotics with Foundation Year at Sheffield Hallam University is a hands-on course where you will learn to build smart robotic devices and create new ones. You will learn how AI and robotics work together to create the autonomous devices that are found in many industries today. You will also learn to understand the responsibilities and ethical considerations that come with this technology.

If you do not meet the entry requirements for the main degree, or if you would like extra preparation before starting, this course with a foundation year is an excellent option for you. The course will help you build your understanding of when and how to use the right processes, tools, and technologies. You will develop programming skills that are the foundation of key computer science topics like algorithms and data structures.

You will also get to work on real-world projects where you will deepen your understanding of how to design and develop embedded systems. In your final year, you will complete a project that brings together AI and robotics, giving you the freedom to explore and apply new skills as you create a smart autonomous device. Studying Artificial Intelligence and Robotics with a Foundation Year at Sheffield Hallam University will prepare you for a highly-skilled job in this exciting field.

Sheffield Hallam University (SHU) is a large public university in Sheffield, South Yorkshire, England. It was founded in 1843 and became a university in 1992. SHU has two main campuses in Sheffield: the City Campus and the Collegiate Crescent Campus. A third campus in London is also set to open.

Sheffield Hallam University is well-known for its practical, career-focused teaching. Many of its courses are designed with help from businesses to make sure students learn the skills needed for a job. The university also offers work placements and chances to work on real-world projects.

Grade Requirements:

• Candidates are required to have a minimum of 40 UCAS tariff points to study this course. This can include qualifications such as A-level and Level 3 BTEC Diplomas, with preference for subjects like mathematics or computing.

English Proficiency:

• For international or non-native English speakers, an Academic IELTS score of 6.0 overall with no less than 5.5 in each element is required.
• Other equivalent tests, such as TOEFL or PTE Academic, are also accepted.

The tuition fee to study the BSc (Honours) Artificial Intelligence and Robotics with Foundation Year at Sheffield Hallam University for 2025/26 is £17,155 per year.

Sheffield Hallam University offers different scholarships to help international students with the cost of their studies. These awards also reward students who have performed well in their previous education.

One example is the Vice-Chancellor's Award. This automatically gives a discount on tuition fees to international students from specific countries, including Nigeria, Ghana, India, Bangladesh, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Nepal, and countries in South-East Asia.

Depending on their home country, students can get up to £3,000 off their first-year fees. You don't have to apply for this award; it is automatically included in your offer letter from the university once you meet the requirements.

Career prospects for graduates of the BSc (Honours) Artificial Intelligence and Robotics with Foundation Year at Sheffield Hallam University include roles such as:

• AI Engineer
• Robotics Developer
• Automation Specialist
• Systems Analyst
• Research Scientist

Applicants apply via the university’s portal. The AHZ counselling team is here to receive your questions and give more clarification.