Program Overview

Our Artificial Intelligence and Computer Science BSc degree programme will equip you with both the computing and scientific skills to solve real-world problems in one of the leading centres for Artificial Intelligence teaching and research in Europe.

At the University of Birmingham our research expertise allows us to offer an unusually rich and innovative programme for undergraduate study which enables our students to leave us ready for a career path in industry or research.

Our three-year Artificial Intelligence and Computer Science BSc degree is structured to give you a thorough understanding of the field of computer science whilst providing you with the opportunity to develop a strong theoretical grounding in Artificial Intelligence with many opportunities to put this in to practice.

Artificial Intelligence is one of the current hot topics in Computer Science, and society more broadly. It is at the heart of everyday technology and the understanding and application of AI holds the key to solving many current and future real-world problems. This is why our wide range of modules allow you to delve deep into the areas of AI that interest you most and that will set you up for your future career, from Intelligent Robotics to Complex Adaptive Systems.

In your first and second year you will study a range of compulsory modules which will enable you to gain a solid understanding in the fields of computer science and Artificial Intelligence.  You will take part in an AI-related team project in your second year that will require you to combine the design and implementation of state of the art AI algorithms with software engineering best practices.

Your third year enables you to tailor your degree to suit your interests, strengths and future career with a wide range of modules and an individual project. The flexibility of the course means that in your third year you can choose to specialise in Computer Science or Artificial Intelligence, depending on your interests, or you can take a mixture of modules.

We know how competitive the graduate job market can be, that’s why you also learn computer programming in Java – a language widely used in business and industry that will ensure you stand out in future applications. During your time with us you will take part in group work which will allow you to develop key skills essential for both a career in industry or research.