BSc (Hons) Artificial Intelligence at University College Birmingham

Programme overview

This hands-on course builds strong foundations in computing before developing your expertise in machine learning, deep learning, data science and intelligent systems. You’ll gain experience with modern AI tools and technologies while learning how to design, build and deploy responsible, ethical AI solutions that meet real-world and regulatory requirements.

Department: Department of Computing | Duration: 3 years FT (4 years with placement) | Study mode: full-time (placement: 48 weeks (optional)) | Intake: February 2027, September 2027 | Location: Birmingham, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1 core modules: Computer Science Fundamentals, Introduction to Programming, Principles of AI, Maths for computing, Fundamentals of Cyber Security, Introduction to Networks; Year 2 core modules: Computer Science Research Methods, Advanced Programming, Machine Learning Algorithms, Natural Language Processing, Big Data Analytics, Database Systems; Final year core modules: Final Year Project, Deep Learning, Intelligent Robotics & Computer Vision, Ethics and Governance of AI, MLOps & Model Deployment.

Career pathways

Career routes include machine learning engineer, data scientist, AI engineer, NLP engineer and MLOps engineer.

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Application information

Entry requirements

26/27 Entry Requirements: A-levels: An A-level grade profile of CCC. T-levels : A T-level graded Pass with a core component of grade C. BTEC: A BTEC grade profile of MMM. This can be achieved from either an Extended Diploma or a combination of smaller BTEC qualifications. Tariff: Other Level 3 qualifications are accepted for entry. A minimum of 96 UCAS Tariff points will be required. Access to Higher Education Diploma: 96 UCAS Tariff points including a minimum of 15 Level 3 credits at Distinction. GCSEs : You should also have a minimum grade 4 in GCSE Mathematics, or Functional Skills Level 2. 27/28 Entry Requirements: Tariff: A minimum of 104 UCAS Tariff points will be required.

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,790 a year (2026/27). UK/home full-time tuition; part-time £4,895 per year Source

International applicants: GBP 16,500 a year (2026/27). International full-time tuition; placement-year administration fee (£500 full year / £250 half year) not included Source

Intake: February 2027, September 2027

Duration: 3 years FT (4 years with placement)

Apply through the official page: https://www.ucb.ac.uk/university/undergraduate/how-to-apply/

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