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Artificial Intelligence
BEng (Hon) · 4 Years · Sandwich · 21/09/2026 · UndergraduateDerry~Londonderry
Course summary
The overall aim of the course is to provide a broadly-based education in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and its related technologies which will produce graduates equipped with the knowledge and skills to select and apply appropriate AI techniques to a particular domain.
In support of this, the course has the following aims:
• To provide a systematic study of the theory and principles of AI, which includes fundamental theoretical computer science, mathematics, programming and software engineering.
• To develop competence in the use of programming languages for the production of AI and Machine Learning software components.
• To develop an ability to analyse problems, reason a solution, and represent the knowledge using suitable AI methods and computational techniques.
• To provide opportunities for the development of practical and team-based skills in applying AI in an industrial context.
• To develop key skills and enterprise competencies to support the student's progression into a career in the AI industry or further academic study.
How to apply
Apply by
14 January
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:
- GA50
- Institution code:
- U20
- Campus name:
- Derry~Londonderry
- Campus Code:
- M
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
A level - BBC
One subject from Mathematics, Further Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science (not IT/ICT) or Software Systems Development.
Reduced offer: Grades CCC
One subject from Mathematics, Further Mathematics or Physics.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DMM
BTEC Level 3 RQF National Extended Diploma in Computing (not ICT/IT), Electronics or an Engineering discipline with overall award profile of DMM
OR
BTEC Level 3 QCF Extended Diploma in Computing (not ICT/IT), Electronics or an Engineering discipline with overall award profile of DDD
The following qualifications are acceptable in particular combinations and/or with A-Level(s) -
NB Subject requirements must be met as outlined above.
BTEC Level 3 QCF Subsidiary Diploma, BTEC RQF National Extended Certificate,
BTEC Level 3 QCF 90-credit Diploma, BTEC Level 3 RQF National Foundation Diploma,
BTEC Level 3 QCF Diploma, BTEC Level 3 RQF National Diploma.
Access to HE Diploma
Overall profile of 63% (120 credit Science/Technology Access Course) (NI Access Course); to include a 20 credit Level 2 Mathematics module, passed at 63%, or successful completion of NICATS Mathematics as part of the pre-2021 Access Diploma.
Overall profile of 15 credits at distinction and 30 credits at merit (60 credit Science/Technology Access Course) (GB Access Course); to include GCSE English & Maths at grade C/4.
Scottish Higher - BBCCC
to include minimum of BB in Maths and another science subject. English & Maths required at Standard grade 1,2 or 3
Scottish Advanced Higher - CCD
to include Maths and a science subject. English & Maths required at Standard grade 1,2 or 3.
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
112 UCAS tariff points to include a minimum of five subjects (four of which must be at higher level) to include English at minimum H6 if studied at Higher level or O4 if studied at Ordinary Level. Higher level subjects must include minimum H5 Mathematics and minimum H6 in one of the following - Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Computing, Technology or Engineering.
Entry equivalences can also be viewed in the online prospectus at http://www.ulster.ac.uk/apply/entrance-requirements/equivalence
Irish Leaving Certificate UCAS Equivalency
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GCSE/National 4/National 5
English Language and Mathematics at Grade C or above (or equivalent)
The Faculty of Computing, Engineering and the Built Environment accept combinations of A Levels, BTEC Subsidiary Diploma and BTEC Diploma.
For further information on the requirements for this course please contact Admissions staff by T: +44 (0)28 7167 5678 or E: admissionsmg@ulster.ac.uk
Historical entry grades data BETA
This section shows the range of grades students (with UK A-Levels or Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diplomas) who received offers were previously accepted 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.
- Data from:
- This course and 11 other computing courses
- Date range:
- 2022-2024
Grades held by accepted students
- AAA
- Highest grades
- CDD
- Lowest grades
Offer rate for UK school & college leavers
Students aged 17/18 who applied to this course were offered a place.
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| EU | £17490 | Year 1 |
| International | £17490 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £4855* | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £4855* | Year 1 |
| England | £9535* | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9535* | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9535* | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9535* | Year 1 |
* 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
Please note that fees for Home and GB for 2026/27 have not yet been set by Department for the Employment in NI and will be subject to an inflationary increase from 2025/26.
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