FdSc 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: 2 year FT | Study mode: full-time | Intake: September, February | 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.

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

A-levels: An A-level grade profile of CD. T-levels: A T-level graded Pass with a core component profile less than C. BTEC: A BTEC grade profile of PP. This can be achieved from either an Extended Diploma or a combination of smaller BTEC qualifications. Apprenticeship: Achieve an advanced apprenticeship (Level 3). Tariff: Other Level 3 qualifications are accepted for entry. A minimum of 48 UCAS Tariff points will be required. Access to Higher Education Diploma: 48 UCAS Tariff points. GCSEs: You should also have a minimum grade 4 in GCSE Mathematics, or Functional Skills Level 2. Work-based: We also give equal consideration to applicants who are currently in work and wish to apply to University College Birmingham. To apply, you must have a minimum of 3 years’ relevant work experience, demonstrating management or supervisory duties.

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

Intake: September, February

Duration: 2 year FT

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

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