Bachelor of Science (Honours) - Computer Science (Artificial Intelligence)

Artificial intelligence (AI) is a discipline in which computers and other devices are designed and developed to display intelligent characteristics. The BSc (Hons) Computer Science course adds a specialism in AI to a broad base in technology and software development. In the first two years, students will find an emphasis on software development, professional programming, the modelling and design of systems and data, the principles of networking and the user experience. These give the core skills to specialize in AI, where students can study the analysis, design and construction of knowledge-based and expert systems, artificial life and robotics, and systems based around the use of neural networks. The Department of Computer Science is based at the University’s College Lane Campus. Computer Science has been taught and studied here since 1956, making it one of the oldest academic Computer Science establishments in the UK. The Department is also one of the largest in the country. Students come from all over the world to obtain an education in Computer Science as undergraduate, taught postgraduate, and PhD research students. Computer Science is both an academic and a practical subject so students will be taught in different ways such as lectures, smaller group tutorials, supervised practical and self-study including experiential learning. Assessment is by a mix of in-class tests, exams, and coursework. The school has well equipped laboratory facilities, with PCs running Windows 10, Linux, and/or virtual machines and a whole range of industry-standard and educational software from Microsoft, Oracle, Adobe and others. There are specialist labs for cybersecurity, networking and robotics. Students have the option of taking a one-year paid work placement, or can study abroad at one of the partner universities worldwide. Previous students have worked placements at companies including Intel, IBM, and BT​. Recent graduates from Computer Science have gone on to work at amazing organizations including BAE Systems, NHS, and EE.