Course summary

This course is about biologically inspired algorithms, their relationship to living biological intelligence and the nature of consciousness itself. Some modules overlap with the main computer science degree, so you get the same solid grounding in the fundamentals. You can specialise in speech recognition, language processing or robotics. Join the forefront of humanity's journey into intelligent systems with our five-year Computer Science (Artificial Intelligence) MComp. You will also work in industry for one year, gaining practical experience and building a strong network for the future. Beginning with the same foundation as the Computer Science BSc, our MComp degree gives you a grounding in the fundamentals, before encouraging you to specialise further in areas such as speech recognition, language processing or robotics. Diverse teaching is at the core of our courses, allowing you to discover which areas ignite your passion. You'll have the opportunity to delve into the fascinating world of artificial intelligence, exploring areas like machine learning, natural language processing and computer vision. In your fifth year you will pursue a specialised AI theme, getting the chance to work alongside our research staff as part of a group research project. You'll also have the option to participate in Genesys Solutions – our student-led software development organisation – throughout your final year, solving customer’s problems, using agile software engineering and lean startup practice. As well as gaining a comprehensive knowledge of computer science, you will be encouraged to work in teams, develop your communication skills, and think about the impact of your work in a real-world context. These are essential for a career in industry or research and demonstrate the well-rounded education our programme will provide you. By the time you graduate, you will be well-equipped to tackle complex AI challenges and make a significant impact in various industries. From developing intelligent healthcare systems to designing autonomous vehicles, the possibilities are truly limitless. This course is accredited by the British Computer Society (BCS). It fully meets the requirements for Chartered Information Technology Professional (CITP) and Chartered Engineer (CEng). Why study this course?

• Industrial placement year: You have the option to either spend a year studying abroad or working in industry, gaining real-world experience and building a robust network. Be inspired by top companies who join us on campus for employability fairs and networking sessions. Previous students have done placements with industry leaders including Deloitte, The Walt Disney Company, PayPal, and Samsung SDS Europe.

• Research-led teaching: Our Darwin module lets you engage in a substantial piece of group research, culminating with the possible production of a paper, as well as a final conference-style presentation.

• Specialist teaching and facilities: You'll have access to the latest hardware, software and operating systems, high-spec graphics computers and a robotics arena in our dedicated computer labs. Our lecturers are renowned computer scientists, and their research shapes our teaching.

• Professional skills and group work: Professional, communication and presentation skills help to create more employable computer scientists and software engineers. These are extremely valuable to companies, making you a well-rounded and sought-after candidate.

• Flexible study options: It's possible to transfer between our courses. This provides an opportunity to understand which modules and areas of computer science spark your interest and flexibility to your education.

• Support throughout your degree: Our dedicated student welfare advisor can provide support, for example, if you are feeling down, overwhelmed or struggling to adjust to student life.