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
29Jan
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
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DDM
Access to HE Diploma
Scottish Higher - BBCCC
Scottish Advanced Higher - CCD
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
GCSE/National 4/National 5
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: [email protected]
Student Outcomes
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Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
Go onto work and study
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £4750 | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £4750 | Year 1 |
| EU | £17010 | Year 1 |
| International | £17010 | 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
Further information about full time undergraduate fees can be found at https://www.ulster.ac.uk/apply/fees-and-finance/undergraduate
Please note that fees for NI and ROI students have not yet been confirmed for 2025/26 by the Department for the economy and so there is likely to be some increase on the above publish fee.
Provider information
Ulster University
Cromore Road
Coleraine
BT52 1SA