University of Lancashire

BSc Artificial Intelligence Data Science

University of Lancashire

Course overview

The BSc Artificial Intelligence and Data Science course at the University of Central Lancashire (UCLan) can be completed within three years if pursued full-time. There is an option to include a 48-week industry placement, which extends the course duration to four years. This programme enables students to design, develop, and deploy AI and data-driven solutions.

Students will study the core principles of artificial intelligence, including language processing and deep learning. They will also learn programming, data science, data visualisation, computational maths, and simulation. The curriculum also covers ethical considerations in AI to address issues such as bias mitigation and data privacy.

Entry requirements

  • For this course, work experience and personal statements are considered.

Grade Requirements

  • Students need 96-112 UCAS Tariff points at A2 or equivalent credentials, including T Levels, BTECs, and the International Baccalaureate Diploma.

English Proficiency

  • Candidates who are non-native English speakers must achieve a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 overall (5.5 in all sections) or pass an approved alternative English test.

Scholarships

  • Articulation Scholarship

    We are offering a scholarship of £2,000 for the first year of study to students who progress from one of our formal articulation partner institutions.

    Up to £2,000

  • Excellence Scholarship

    £3,500 for the first year of study, with subsequent years of study subject to achievement of an APM of over 60%.

    Up to £3,500

  • Family Loyalty Scholarship

    Value: £2,000 per year of study

    Up to £2,000

  • Franchise Scholarship

    £2,000 per year of study

    Up to £2,000

  • International Bursary

    An international bursary of £1,000 per year of study is available to all international students enrolling with us in the academic year.

    Up to £1,000

  • INTO Scholarship

    Scholarships are £2,000 in value per year and if students meet our Excellence criteria then £3500 is awarded instead.

    Up to £2,000

  • MBBS Excellence Scholarship

    £10,000 reduction in your overall tuition fee. You'll receive this through a tuition fee waiver of £2,000 per year of study (to a maximum value of £10,000).

    Up to £10,000

  • ONCampus Scholarship

    £2,000 per year of study.

    Up to £2,000

  • Sports Scholarships

    Value: Up to £500 bronze | up to £2000 silver | up to £5000 gold

  • The Medivet Hardship Fund

    A maximum of £300 can be applied for each academic year.

    Up to £300

  • Women in STEM bursary

    Value: £2,000 per year of study (where a student has met the Excellence Scholarship criteria £3,500 is applied).

    Up to £2,000

Career opportunities

Graduates of the BSc Artificial Intelligence and Data Science programme at the University of Central Lancashire can pursue the following careers paths:

  • Software Developer
  • AI Engineer
  • Data Analyst 
  • Applications Architect
  • Data Scientist 
  • Machine Learning Engineer

Cost of study

The tuition for international students in the BSc Artificial Intelligence and Data Science course at the University of Central Lancashire is roughly £17,325 for the academic year 2025/26. Please note that these fees may still be revised.

Admission

Students should apply for this course through UCAS. Those who need help with their applications can contact our trained counsellors for guidance.

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