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Computer Science with Artificial Intelligence

  • BSc (Hons)
  • 3 Years
  • Full-time
  • October 2026
  • Undergraduate
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2026-2027
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Course summary

Develop in-demand computing and artificial intelligence expertise and graduate industry-ready with our BSc Computer Science with Artificial Intelligence degree.

Be at the forefront of a rapidly changing world. From climate modelling to health diagnostics to advanced financial forecasting, AI is transforming every aspect of how we live, work, and connect.

Our BSc Computer Science with Artificial Intelligence course provides the skills and knowledge to design, build, and deliver intelligent systems that solve complex problems across multiple industries.

There’s currently a worldwide shortage of skilled AI practitioners. During your degree, you'll develop essential AI and digital skills that promote innovation and drive economic growth, in line with the UK government's National AI Strategy.

The University of Reading sits at the heart of the Thames Valley, a major UK tech hub that currently boasts more than 150 companies and start-ups working in the AI sector.

Choose BSc Computer Science with AI at the University of Reading:
Reading ranks 2nd in The Data City’s list of UK AI hotspots (2023).
Reading has the fourth-highest number of digital tech organisations in the UK ("UK’s Top Digital Tech Cities", March 2020, The Data City).
100% of our research impact has been classed as outstanding or very considerable (REF 2021, combining 4* and 3* submissions Computer Science and Informatics).
Joint 30th in the world in the QS Sustainability Ranking 2026 (out of 2,002 institutions).

What you'll learn
Your learning will follow a practice-based approach and will reflect tech industry trends, challenges and priorities. You’ll specialise in AI technologies from the start of your degree while still gaining a broad foundation in computer science.

AI topics include:

  • foundations of artificial intelligence

  • machine learning algorithms and techniques

  • deep learning architectures and methods

  • natural language processing (NLP)

  • cognitive and agentic systems

  • reasoning and decision-making algorithms

  • ethical, responsible and trustworthy AI

  • computer vision

  • intelligent data analytics.

As a well-rounded AI practitioner in any industry, you‘ll need a solid grounding in computer science and information technology. Alongside specialist AI topics, you’ll also explore:

  • software engineering and systems development

  • database systems

  • computer networking

  • blockchain computing and security.

Plus, you'll get to grips with several universal programming/scripting languages for algorithmic and computational problem-solving, including Python and Java.

Modules

Modules may include:

  • Computer Systems Architecture
  • Imperative Programming
  • Mathematics and Computation
  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Programming in Python.

*Please note that all modules are subject to change. Check our website for more details about the course structure.

This course is available in Clearing. If you have submitted an application, you can add this course. If you haven’t sent us an application yet, you can do this until 24th September 2026.

Ways to study this course

Campuses

  • Main Site

Study options

  • BSc (Hons) • Full-time • 3 Years

Start dates

  • October 2026

Apply by
14 January

This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.

Application codes

Course code:
G470
Institution code:
R12
Campus name:
Main Site
Campus Code:
-
Points of Entry:
Year 1

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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:
G470
Institution code:
R12
Campus name:
Main Site
Campus Code:
-

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

Entry requirements

UCAS Tariff
Not accepted

A level
ABB

No specific subjects required at A level or equivalent.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DDM

No specific subjects required at A level or equivalent.

Access to HE Diploma
D: 30 credits M: 15 credits

No specific subjects required at A level or equivalent.

Scottish Higher
AABBB

No specific subjects required at A level or equivalent.

Scottish Advanced Higher
ABB

No specific subjects required at A level or equivalent.

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
32 points

No specific subjects required at A level or equivalent.

Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
H2, H3, H3, H3, H3

No specific subjects required at A level or equivalent.

Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal
D3, M2, M2

No specific subjects required at A level or equivalent.

GCSE/National 4/National 5

GCSE Maths at B (or 6), English Language or English Literature C (or 4).

OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma
DDM

No specific subjects required at A level or equivalent.

T Level
D

Minimum grade C in the Core Component.

Contextual offers for this programme are typically two grades beneath our standard entry requirement, e.g. BBC.

English language requirements

TestGradeAdditional details
IELTS (Academic)6.5We require a minimum score of 6.5 overall with at least 5.5 in each element of the test (Listening, Speaking, Reading and Writing).
TOEFL (iBT)88We require a minimum score of 88 overall with no less than 17 in Listening and Writing, 18 in Reading and 20 in Speaking.
Cambridge English AdvancedBWe require a grade B or a score of 176 overall with no element less than 162.
Cambridge English ProficiencyCWe require a grade C or a score of 176 overall with no element less than 162.
PTE Academic69We require a minimum score of 69 overall with at least 59 in each element of the test (Listening, Speaking, Reading and Writing).
Institution's Own TestTest of English for Educational Purposes (TEEP). We require a minimum score of 6.5 overall with at least 5.5 in each element of the test (Listening, Speaking, Reading and Writing).
Trinity ISEMeritWe require a Merit in each element from ISE II. If you take ISE III or ISE IV, we require a Pass in each element.

Full list of acceptable English Language Testshttp://www.reading.ac.uk/ad-EnglishTests.aspx

Contextual admissions

Universities and colleges consider more than grades when assessing applications and may make offers based on a range of criteria. Learn more about contextual offers.

We issue offers to best fit the different circumstances and experiences of our applicants. We take a tailored and holistic approach, considering extenuating circumstances on a case-by-case basis. We recognise that some students are more likely than others to face barriers to fulfilling their academic potential at school, through no fault of their own. More information on our supportive offer making approaches can be found at: https://www.reading.ac.uk/ready-to-study/study/what-offer-will-i-get

Learn more on the University of Reading website

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

LocationFeeYear

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

For Home students: The University will charge undergraduate home tuition fees at the upper limit set by the UK Government for the relevant academic year. The University will increase tuition fees for Home Undergraduate Students at the start of each academic year, in line with this and the new fee will be communicated to you.

For EU and International students: The University will increase Tuition Fees for International Undergraduate and Integrated Foundation Year Programme Students at the start of each academic year (September). The new fee for each academic year of your Programme will be communicated to you

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