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Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence

  • Bachelor of Science (with Honours)
  • 3 Years
  • Full-Time
  • 27 September 2027
  • Undergraduate
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Course summary

This British Computer Society-accredited (BCS) Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence BSc degree will equip you with highly sought-after computer science and artificial intelligence (AI) skills, enabling you to immerse yourself in the fascinating arena of machine intelligence.

Artificial Intelligence is arguably one of the most rapidly growing and exciting fields of technological development of our generation with far-reaching potential to solve present day problems - and to transform the world around us. AI has applications in many industries including healthcare, retail, manufacturing, security, information management, gaming and smart devices - almost any area you can think of!

Our BSc Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence degree allows students to specialise in the growing field of AI, which is the science of developing computer systems that exhibit a broad range of intelligent behaviours and can perform tasks generally considered to require human-like intelligence.

The course provides broad coverage of key computer science topics alongside dedicated modules in artificial intelligence. The first two years are the same as the Computer Science BSc, giving students a strong foundation in core computing concepts. In the third year, students complete a major project and study advanced AI topics such as robotics, intelligent agents, reasoning under uncertainty, computer vision, neural networks and deep learning. In addition to, wide-ranging specialist optional modules, so students can explore other computing subjects in greater depth and keep up with the latest developments in established and emerging areas of the field.

The course is taught by leading experts whose research informs the curriculum, ensuring students learn modern techniques in AI. Throughout the degree, students have access to excellent departmental resources including multiple dedicated computing laboratories and specialist lab facilities for robotics, networking, human computer interaction (HCI) and imaging technology.

What's the difference between MSci and BSc?

The Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree will provide a thorough grounding in the critical areas of the subject and enable you to develop skills and knowledge sought by employers in diverse industries. The Masters in Science (MSci) degree also provides an ideal preparation for research and development work in industry or for a PhD and is designed to create leaders in the subject area by giving in-depth experience of cutting-edge research.

Modules

Course modules

For a full list of areas studied, see the 'Course structure' section of the course page on our website.

Assessment method

Assessment methods vary by module. Some are a mix of coursework and exams (e.g. 25% coursework and 75% exam), while others are assessed entirely through coursework or entirely through examinations.

Coursework is based on a variety of tasks including programming, individual reports, projects, laboratory work, contribution in tutorials, group work and presentations.

Professional bodies

Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.

  • BCS - The Chartered Institute for IT

Ways to study this course

Campuses

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Study options

  • Bachelor of Science (with Honours) • Full-Time • 3 Years

Start dates

  • 27 September 2027

Apply by
13 January 2027

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:
GG4T
Institution code:
L79
Campus name:
Main Site
Points of Entry:
Year 1

Loughborough University has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.

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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:
GG4T
Institution code:
L79
Campus name:
Main Site

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

Entry requirements

Typical qualification requirements

A level
AAB-AAA

AAA including Maths or AAB including Maths and Computer Science

UCAS Tariff
Not accepted

Access to HE Diploma

Considered on a case by case basis provided the course comprises a significant Mathematical element (15+ units). Please contact Loughborough University directly.

GCSE/National 4/National 5

GCSE English Language grade 4/C

Scottish Advanced Higher
AA

AA including Maths, plus Highers at majority A grades.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
D*D

BTEC Level 3 National Diploma: D*D plus A level Maths at Grade A

Preferred BTEC: Computing, IT.

Extended Project

We recognise the benefit of the Extended Project in developing independent research and critical thinking skills. We would consider this as evidence of motivation to study a specific subject in more depth, and while we do not generally include it as part of our offer conditions, it may be used to further consider an application upon receipt of final examination results. www.lboro.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/apply/entry-requirements/

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
35-37

37 (6,6,6 HL) including HL Maths or 35 (6,6,5) including HL Maths and Computer Science

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
D*DD

BTEC Level 3 Extended National Diploma: D*DD plus A level Maths at Grade A

Preferred BTEC: Computing, IT.

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

We accept a wide range of international qualifications for entry as outlined on our website – please view the individual course typical offers on our website and choose Ireland in the Country/region drop down field for more information.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
D

BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate: D plus two A levels at Grades AA including Maths

Preferred BTEC: Computing, IT.

Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015)

Applicants taking the Welsh Baccalaureate Advanced Diploma will be asked to achieve the A level requirements for their course as part of their qualification. The Skills Challenge Certificate will be accepted alongside two A levels as long as individual course entry and subject requirements are met. www.lboro.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/apply/entry-requirements/

Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal

We consider applicants offering Pre-U Principal Subjects or a combination of the Pre-U and A levels, provided a minimum of three subjects overall are taken. We recognise the benefit of the Global Perspectives and Research (GPR) course in developing independent study and research skills. While we would consider this as evidence of motivation to study a specific subject in more depth, we do not generally include it as part of our offer conditions. However, it may be used to further consider an application upon receipt of final examination results.

Loughborough accepts a wide range of qualifications for entry as outlined on our website www.lboro.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/getting-started/applying/entrance-requirements/
This information details the general requirements and should be read in conjunction with the information given for each course.

Loughborough also accepts a wide range of international qualifications for entry as outlined on our website www.lboro.ac.uk/international/applicants/country/

Loughborough uses contextual data in the admissions process to provide insights into the context in which your academic qualifications have been achieved. This may influence the typical offers outlined in the information given for each course. www.lboro.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/getting-started/applying/contextual-data/ https://www.lboro.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/apply/entry-requirements/

Additional entry requirements

Other
Applicants are usually selected solely on the basis of their UCAS application, but in exceptional cases, an interview may be required. If applicants are made an offer of a place, they will be invited to visit the department giving them the opportunity to meet staff and students, see the facilities and get an insight into what it is like to be a student at Loughborough. Many of our courses receive a large number of applications for each available place. We cannot unfortunately always make offers to all applicants who are predicted to achieve/have achieved grades in line with our advertised typical offers.

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 consider contextual information as part of the assessment of an application to provide us with further insight into your achievements. This may lead to reduced offers, up to two grades lower than the typical offer requirements, as well as additional consideration when your results are received. For further information about Contextual Admissions at Loughborough including our Access Loughborough Contextual Offer please visit our website.

Learn more on the Loughborough University 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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We are unable to show previous accepted grades for this course. This could be because the course is new, it's a postgraduate course, there isn't enough historical data, or the provider has opted out of sharing their entry grades data for this course - learn more.

Fees and funding

Tuition fees

Per year tuition fees

LocationFeeYear
EU & InternationalTBC
England, Scotland, Wales & Northern Ireland£10050

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

The fees stated above are for the 2027/28 academic year; international fees are still to be approved. We will update this information as soon as it is available. Fees are reviewed annually and are likely to increase to take into account inflationary pressures.

While the cost of your tuition covers lots of things, it doesn’t cover everything. For instance this course doesn’t cover the cost of any stationery, printing, books or re-assessments which you might need.

UK tuition fees align with the applicable fee caps set by the UK government, and as such they are subject to changes made to the agreed cap in a specific year.

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