27Sep
UndergraduateAston University, Birmingham has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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Course summary
Are you looking for an exciting career in the innovative field of artificial intelligence and robotics? This is the course for you! Course outline Study Artificial Intelligence and Robotics at Aston University and be at the forefront of cutting edge science and engineering. On this programme you will not only develop a practical and technical skillset, but you'll also understand the theory of artificial intelligence and it's applications. Taught by world-leading experts within the field, in outstanding facilities, you will graduate with a wealth of knowledge and be fully prepared for an exciting career in the digital industry. On this programme you will learn, collaborate and flourish through project based learning with students in other digital technology subject areas. This approach of learning mimics the real-life working world, where your career prospects will be enriched by working alongside people with different skill sets, view points and approaches. You will be able to tailor your learning throughout the four years and select your specialisms based on your own interests. This programme cuts across many modern digital areas such as machine learning, computer science, software engineering, robotics engineering, autonomous robotics and data science. Key benefits
- Power up your future – Develop the skills employers around the globe look for. Gain an edge in a fast-changing world and thrive in your career with Aston Power Skills.
- Gold standard teaching – Aston University was awarded Gold – the highest possible rating for the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF, 2023)
- Earn more – Our graduates are among the highest paid in the country, earning on average £31,400 one year after graduating (Computing; Longitudinal Education Outcomes, 2024)
- Excellent prospects - Ranked 8th in the UK for ‘graduate prospects – on track’ (Computer Science; Complete University Guide, 2025)
- Highly ranked - Ranked 12th overall in the UK for Computer Science and Information Systems (Guardian, 2025)
- Robot technician
- Robotic process automation engineer
- AI software developer
- Machine learning engineer
- Data analyst/engineer/scientist
- Business analyst
- Business development manager
- Research scientist
- AI consultant
- AI ethics or policy analyst
Modules
For a full list of modules and course objectives, visit the course page on Aston University's website: https://www.aston.ac.uk/study/courses/ai-and-robotics-bsc
Assessment method
For more information on how this course is assessed, visit the course page on Aston University's website: https://www.aston.ac.uk/study/courses/ai-and-robotics-bsc
How to apply
14Jan
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:
- GH76
- Institution code:
- A80
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - Not accepted
A level - ABB - BBC
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DDM
Access to HE Diploma - D: 24 credits M: 21 credits P: 0 credits
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 32 points
GCSE/National 4/National 5
T Level - Not accepted
Student Outcomes
Operated by the Office for Students
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
Go onto work and study
The number of student respondents and response rates can be important in interpreting the data – it is important to note your experience may be different from theirs. This data will be based on the subject area rather than the specific course. Read more about this data on the Discover Uni website.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9535 | Year 1 |
| International | £21500 | Year 1 |
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
UK students (Home Undergraduate):
The annual tuition fee for the programme commencing in academic year 2025/26 will be £9,535 (subject to the passing of legislation implementing the Government’s policy to increase the maximum tuition fee from £9,250, payable by Home Undergraduate students on full-time courses). The fee for the placement year is £1,250.
International students (Overseas Undergraduate):
The annual tuition fee for the programme commencing in academic year 2025/26 will be £21,500. The fee for the placement year is £2,500.
All students:
The duration of your programme is set out above and you will be responsible for the payment of an annual tuition fee in each of these years. The University reserves the right to increase tuition fees annually in accordance with its Terms and Conditions (aston.ac.uk/sites/default/files/2024-12/Terms_and_Conditions_of_Enrolment_2025-6.pdf) and subject at all times to the maximum tuition fee caps set by Government from time to time. This means that your total tuition fee may be higher than stated above, but your total tuition fee will never increase by more than 6% year on year. An increase in fees will allow the University to cover the increased costs of delivering the course and ensure it is able to maintain high standards of education and facilities.
Provider information
Aston University, Birmingham
Aston Triangle
Birmingham
B4 7ET