BSc Computer Science with Artificial Intelligence with a Foundation Year

This four-year BSc Computer Science with Artificial Intelligence with a Foundation Year course at Birmingham City University is for students who do not have the grades to start the regular three-year degree in this subject. The first year, called the foundation year, will teach you the basics of computers, maths, and science, which will help you prepare for the rest of the degree. 

In this course, students will learn important basic skills like programming, how computer systems work, and how to solve problems, and this will give them a strong start for learning more advanced things later on.

After you finish the foundation year successfully, you will automatically move on to the regular three-year BSc (Hons) Computer Science with Artificial Intelligence degree. This degree will teach you what you need to work as a computer programmer, software builder, website creator, or in other jobs related to computers and AI. In this course, students will learn through lectures, small group discussions, and hands-on work in computer labs, and will be assessed through assignments, presentations, practical tasks, and exams.

Birmingham City University (BCU) is a big and friendly place to study, with many students from all over the world. It focuses on giving students a practical education that helps them get ready for their jobs. The university has spent a lot of money on its buildings and equipment, so students have the best places to learn. BCU has strong connections with real companies, which means you can get work experience and do projects that are like real jobs. The university also helps students start their businesses. Birmingham City University offers many different courses for both undergraduate and postgraduate students in subjects like Medicine, Law, Engineering, Business, and the Arts.

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 with a Foundation Year. 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:

• The usual entry requirement for the 2025/2026 school year is 80 UCAS points. You can get 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 the first language you speak, 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.

For students coming from outside the UK, the yearly cost to study the BSc Computer Science with Artificial Intelligence with a Foundation Year for the 2025/26 school year is £17,690.

Birmingham City University offers financial help to students from the UK and other countries who are starting their first degree. If you are an international student beginning your studies in September 2025, you might be able to get a scholarship of up to £2,000. This money will reduce the amount you need to pay for your first year of study. Generally, this scholarship is given to students who have good grades from their previous studies.

After you successfully finish the BSc (Hons) Computer Science with Artificial Intelligence degree (after the foundation year), you can work in many different jobs, including:

• Software Developer
• Machine Learning Engineer
• Data Scientist
• Artificial Intelligence Developer
• Web Developer
• Cyber Security Analyst

You can apply for the BSc Computer Science with Artificial Intelligence with a Foundation Year 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.