Artificial Intelligence at Ulster University - UCAS

Ulster University

Degree level: Undergraduate

Artificial Intelligence

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

BTEC Level 3 QCF Extended Diploma in Computing (not ICT/IT), Electronics or an Engineering discipline with overall award profile of DDD OR BTEC Level 3 RQF National Extended Diploma in Computing (not ICT/IT), Electronics or an Engineering discipline with overall award profile of DDM 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 40% 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 a 20 credit Level 2 Mathematics module, passed at 40% or successful completion of NICATS Mathematics as part of the pre-2021 Access Diploma.

Scottish Higher - BBCCC

Scottish Advanced Higher - CCD

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

Irish Leaving Certificate 112 UCAS tariff points to include a minimum of five subjects (four of which must be at higher level) to include English at H6 if studied at Higher level or O4 if studied at Ordinary Level. Course Specific Subject requirements This course also requires you to achieve H2 in one of the following: Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Computing, Technology or Engineering. If Mathematics is not passed at H2, you will be required to achieve a minimum of H6 if studied at Higher level or O4 if studied at Ordinary Level in addition to one of the subjects above. 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 View tariff point chart

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]

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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	£16320	Year 1
International	£16320	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

Provider information

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Course contact details

Admissions Office

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02895367890

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Location	Qualification	Study mode	Duration	Start date	Apply
Derry~Londonderry	BEng (Hon) - Bachelor of Engineering (with Honours)	Sandwich	4 years	15 September 2025	Available to Apply	Course option 1ef8dcda-37db-42a1-923e-3445ff2dbd5e