Birmingham City University

BSc Computer Science with Artificial Intelligence

Birmingham City University

Course overview

This BSc Computer Science with Artificial Intelligence course at Birmingham City University is designed to train computer scientists for roles such as computer programmer, software developer, website designer, and AI and machine learning engineer. The course is backed by commercial and industrial content and partners. 

Students will learn key concepts like computer programming, algorithms, data structures, computer systems, website development, and basic AI in their first year. The second year builds on this with advanced topics, including cybersecurity, software design, object-oriented programming, backend web services development, database engineering, AI, machine learning, and how to deploy software with machine learning operations. The final year covers new techniques in modern computing, such as deep neural networks, modern data storage, cloud computing, and understanding human language. 

You will also complete an individual project to show off your technical skills and readiness for employment. You will be assessed through various methods, including seminars, coursework, presentations, interactive computer-based assessments, formal exams, and project work. The criteria for assessment are published at a general course level to guide you on individual assignments. All formal exams are marked anonymously.

All computing courses are based in STEAMhouse, a £70 million building. The course offers an optional placement year to give you work experience and improve your skills.

Entry requirements

To apply for this course, you need to write a personal statement. In this statement, please explain your reasons for wanting to study BSc Computer Science with Artificial Intelligence. Also, include any important details about your previous education. You will also need to provide a reference letter from a teacher or an employer. If you have any relevant work experience, you can also include your CV with your application.

Grade Requirements:

  • For students starting in the year 2025, the standard entry requirement is 112 UCAS points. You can achieve these points through different qualifications, such as A Levels, a BTEC Extended Diploma (at MPP grade), a BTEC Diploma (at MM grade), T Levels, or the International Baccalaureate. The university also considers other qualifications from around the world that are seen as equal to A Levels.

English Proficiency:

  • If English is not your first language, you will need to show that you have a good understanding of English. Usually, this means getting an overall score of 6.0 in the IELTS test, with a minimum score of 5.5 in each section of the test. The university also accepts similar scores from other English language tests, such as PTE or TOEFL.

Scholarships

  • Accelerate Scholarship

    If you come from a lower income family or household, you could receive an offer that is up to four grades below our normal entry requirements – and possibly claim a £1,000 scholarship too.

    Up to £1,000

  • International Undergraduate Scholarships

    BCU is offering a guaranteed scholarship of £5,000 to all self-funding international undergraduate students joining BCU on a full-time degree in September 2026.

    Up to £5,000

  • Sports Scholarship

    Enhanced performance support funding.

  • The High Achievers' Scholarship

    You will be eligible for a £1,000 scholarship to get your university life off to a flying start.

    Up to £1,000

Career opportunities

Graduates of the BSc Computer Science with Artificial Intelligence programme have many job opportunities in software development, AI, and data science. You could work as;

  • Software Developer
  • Computer Scientist
  • Machine Learning Engineer/Scientist
  • AI Engineer/Developer
  • Data Scientist/Engineer
  • Backend Developer

Cost of study

For students coming from outside the UK, the yearly cost to study the BSc Computer Science with Artificial Intelligence at Birmingham City University for the 2025/26 academic year is £17,690.

Admission

You can apply for the BSc Computer Science with Artificial Intelligence at Birmingham City University in a few ways: through UCAS, directly to the university, or by using AHZ Consultants. If you would like help with your application, you can talk to our trained advisors. They can offer advice on how to make your application strong and ensure it meets the course requirements.

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