Course contact details
Student Enquiries Team
Email:studentenquiries@gcu.ac.uk
Phone:0141 331 8630
Admissions Team
Email:studentenquiries@gcu.ac.uk
Phone:0141 331 8630
Glasgow Caledonian University
City Campus
Cowcaddens Road
Glasgow
G4 0BA
AI and Data Science (Direct Entry)
- Bachelor of Science (with Honours)
- 4 Years
- Full-Time
- 6 September 2027
- Undergraduate
- Main Site
Course summary
BSc (Hons) AI and Data Science is only available at point of entry 3.
If you are interested in a career developing societally beneficial data science and artificial intelligence solutions to real-world problems like climate change and sustainable development, this programme will equip you with the knowledge and skills required. Years 1 and 2 will prepare you by providing a fundamental grounding in computing and software development, building the required foundation in mathematics and programming skills. Years 3 and 4 will see you build on these skills with specialised topics such as machine learning, data visualisation and advanced data science. If you choose to study with us you will develop essential technical skills and creative thinking required for solving challenges in key areas such as climate, health, sustainability, finance and many more. Students have the option of a year-long industrial placement or the possibility to study abroad through Turing exchanges. Students are also encouraged to take part in activities with the International Association for the Exchange of Students for Technical Experience (IAESTE).
How to apply
Apply by
13 January 2027
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- G510
- Institution code:
- G42
- Campus name:
- Main Site
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 3
Entry requirements
Typical qualification requirements
A levelNot accepted
T LevelNot accepted
Scottish HNCNot accepted
Scottish HigherNot accepted
Access to HE DiplomaNot accepted
International Baccalaureate Diploma ProgrammeNot accepted
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)Not accepted
Foundation Apprenticeship (SCQF Level 6)Not accepted
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)Not accepted
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6 | Overall score of 6.0 with the minimum of 5.5 in each element |
Historical entry grades data
This section shows the range of grades that students who received offers were previously accepted on to this course with (learn more).
It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place.
Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
Per year tuition fees
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| England, Wales, Northern Ireland, Channel Islands & Republic of Ireland | £9790* | |
| Scotland | £1820* | |
| EU & International | £15700* |
* This is a provisional fee and subject to change.
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.
Additional fee information
Additional costs may apply to students on this programme. Please check the fees and funding section of the programme page on the GCU website for specific details.
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