University of Huddersfield

Computer Science with Artificial Intelligence BSc(Hons)

University of HuddersfieldUniversity of Huddersfield, Queensgate, Huddersfield HD1 3DH

Course overview

Artificial Intelligence (AI) powers innovations everywhere, from virtual assistant technology to self-driving cars. You may have heard of the ‘fourth industrial revolution’, AI is a fundamental technology that enables systems to transform our everyday lives. Our course is designed, therefore, to equip you with the necessary skills to position yourself at the forefront of this technological revolution.

If you’re keen to pursue a STEM based career, this course could provide the foundation, helping you develop skills in relation to machine learning, software development, programming and more. Teaching you how to build intelligent systems, our course will help you gain the confidence to take the first step towards a potential career in the UK AI industry and a gateway to improved prospects, increased earning potential, and the ability to shape your own path in this quickly evolving landscape. The top five job titles advertised in the UK for graduate roles associated with Computer Science with Artificial Intelligence courses are Software Engineer, Business Intelligence Developer, Software Developer, DevOp Engineer and Data Architects* *Lightcast data extracted from Graduate Career Explorer – job postings from Dec 2023 to Nov 2024 showing jobs advertised associated with a selection of relevant graduate roles.

In your first year, you’ll follow a core computing programme to give you a broad understanding of the subject, developing skills in programming and mathematics. From your second year onwards, you’ll take several specialist AI modules, covering symbolic, sub-symbolic and statistical AI and their applications in natural language processing, speech, and image recognition. You also have the option to secure an industry placement in your third year.

Key highlights

  • Specialist modules in symbolic, sub-symbolic and statistical AI
  • AI applications in natural language processing, speech and image recognition
  • Core first-year programme building programming and mathematics skills
  • Option to secure an industry placement in the third year
  • Develops skills in machine learning and software development
  • Learn how to design and build intelligent systems

Entry requirements

  • A-level: BBB-BBC — BBB-BBC at A Level . 120-112 UCAS tariff points from a combination of Level 3 qualifications (General Studies is not accepted).
  • UCAS tariff points: 112-120 — BBB-BBC at A Level . 120-112 UCAS tariff points from a combination of Level 3 qualifications (General Studies is not accepted).
  • T-level: Merit — Merit in T Level .
  • BTEC: DMM — BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma
  • Access to HE Diploma — in a subject that is relevant to the course with 45 Level 3 credits at Merit or above
  • GCSE: 4 — to include English Language, Mathematics

Scholarships

  • Merit-based Scholarships

    At the University of Huddersfield, we recognise academic excellence by offering a merit-based scholarship of up to £4,000 to international students for a range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses.

Careers this course leads to

  • Software Engineer
  • Business Intelligence Developer
  • Software Developer
  • DevOps Engineer
  • Data Architect

Cost of study

UK/Home: £9,535 | International: £17,600

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 Huddersfield, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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