University of Kent

Computer Science (Robotics) with a Year in Industry - BSc (Hons)

University of KentCanterbury, United Kingdom

Course overview

Combine computing with intelligent machines - our BSc Computer Science (Robotics) equips you to design, build, and program robots that interact with the world. We’ve worked closely with leaders in robotics, automation, and AI to design this course with your career in mind. You’ll start with the fundamentals of computing – from programming and software engineering to systems design – and reinforce your learning through hands-on robotics labs and simulations.

You’ll also gain a solid foundation in mathematics and physics, so even those without a maths A level can quickly build the skills needed to design and program intelligent machines. You’ll study on a campus known for its supportive, collaborative community, guided by staff who are shaping the next generation of intelligent systems. Your learning is powered by Kent’s world-class research in robotics, artificial intelligence and human–computer interaction, ensuring you’re always close to the latest breakthroughs.

In your final year, you’ll apply everything you’ve learned through advanced modules such as cognitive robotics, deep learning and computer vision. You’ll work on projects that bring robots to life – from autonomous vehicles to assistive technologies – and you’ll have the option to boost your prospects with a paid year in industry, gaining real-world experience with organisations driving innovation in robotics and automation. Take a year in industry and gain paid practical experience and a real advantage in the graduate job market.

Our dedicated placement team supports you through the process.

Why study

Computing at Kent?

Key highlights

  • Paid year in industry with robotics and automation organisations
  • Dedicated placement team supports you through securing a placement
  • Hands-on robotics labs and simulations reinforce programming and systems design
  • Final-year modules include cognitive robotics, deep learning and computer vision
  • Projects range from autonomous vehicles to assistive technologies
  • Course designed with leaders in robotics, automation and AI

Entry requirements

  • UCAS tariff points: 112-120 — Typical offer 112-120 UCAS points A level BBB Contextual offer: BCC Contextual offers consider personal circumstances as well as academic grades.
  • A-level: BBB — Typical offer 112-120 UCAS points A level BBB Contextual offer: BCC Contextual offers consider personal circumstances as well as academic grades.
  • A-level: BCC — contextual offer
  • BTEC: DDM — BTEC DDM Contextual offer: DMM Contextual offers consider personal circumstances as well as academic grades.
  • BTEC: DMM — contextual offer
  • UCAS tariff points: 120 — IB 120 tariff points View all requirements

Scholarships

  • Kent Ambition to Succeed Scholarship

    Scholarship holders can expect to receive between £500-£2,000 for each year of study (pro-rata for part-time students), subject to satisfactory academic progress.

  • Kent International Scholarship for Undergraduates

    Scholarship value - £5,000

    Up to £5,000

  • KMMS Christopher and Henry Oldfield Academic Scholarship

    Tuition fee waiver for 4 years at the home rate (£9, 790 for 26/27).

  • KMMS Christopher and Henry Oldfield Support Scholarship

    Tuition fee waiver for 4 years at the home rate (£9,790 for 26/27).

  • KMMS Kingsman Scholarship

    Tuition fee waiver for 4 years at the home rate (£9,790 for 26/27).

  • KMMS Widening Participation Scholarship

    £1,500 maintenance per annum for a maximum of 5 years.

    Up to £1,500

  • Music Performance Scholarship

    £1,000 awarded each year to talented instrumentalists and singers studying for any degree at the University of Kent.

    Up to £1,000

  • Sanctuary Scholarships

    Tuition fees waived for the duration of your programme of study, or until you are able to access other Student Finance funding.

Careers this course leads to

  • Robotics software engineer
  • Automation engineer
  • Machine learning engineer
  • Computer vision engineer
  • Software developer
  • Embedded systems developer

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

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