Artificial Intelligence
BSc (Hons) or MSci
Key facts
UCAS code
I400 BSc,I401 MSci
Start dates
September 2020
Location
Course length
Full time: BSc: 3 years, or 4 if a work placement is chosen; MSci: 4 years, or 5 if a work placement is chosen
Part time: BSc: up to 8 years; MSci: up to 9 years
Department
School of Engineering, Computing and Mathematics
Accreditation(s)
Initial Accreditation by the British Computer Society
UCAS Tariff Points
112
Overview
Our Artificial Intelligence course will help you develop the skills and knowledge necessary to work at the cutting edge of AI.
We have developed this course to meet the needs of the real world. Our staff are all researchers with strong links to industry. Several of our research groups have excellent international and national reputations. And we have modern, state-of-the-art workshops, laboratories, computer facilities and media studios.
You will study:
- machine learning
- machine vision
- deep learning
- robotics
- intelligent agents
- computer science
- software development
- databases
- computer security.
An optional work placement provides valuable real-world experience. So you could spend a year working in industry on a paid placement.
You will graduate with a deep understanding of AI. And the knowledge of how to implement novel technological solutions for real world problems.
Exciting career options include:
- AI driven app development
- machine learning
- data science
- intelligent systems.
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How to apply
Typical offers
UCAS Tariff Points: 112
A Level: BBC
IB Points: 30
BTEC: DMM
Wherever possible we make our conditional offers using the UCAS Tariff. This combination of A-level grades would be just one way of achieving the UCAS Tariff points for this course.
Preferred subjects include: Science
We welcome applications from candidates with alternative qualifications, and from mature students.
Entry requirements
Specific entry requirements
GCSE: Mathematics at grade 4/C minimum and English Language at grade 4/C minimum
If you don't know about Computing already our first year modules will quickly get you up to speed. Any previous experience you have might help you to get started more comfortably but even if you think you know a lot about computing already there will still be many new things for you to learn.
Having an A-level or BTEC Level 3 qualification in a computing-related subject will not exempt you taking any first-year modules, as we want to make sure that we give you a quality introduction to all of the relevant topics.
If you don't have the right qualifications to apply for a place on one of our degree courses, we may be able to consider you for our Computing Foundation course. This course, which lasts one year, is an excellent preparation for any of our computing degree courses.
Please also see the University's general entry requirements.
English requirements for visas
If you need a student visa to enter the UK you will need to meet the UK Visas and Immigration minimum language requirements as well as the University's requirements. Find out more about English language requirements.
International applications
We are keen to consider applications from all parts of the world. If your previous education was not in the UK, please contact us if you would like us to consider your entry qualification.
Pathways courses for international and EU students
If you do not meet the entry requirements for this degree, or if you would like more preparation before you start, you can take an international foundation course. Once you enrol, you will have a guaranteed pathway to this degree if you pass your foundation course with the required grades.
If you only need to meet the language requirements, you can take our pre-sessional English course. You will develop key language and study skills for academic success and you will not need to take an external language test to progress to your degree.
Terms and Conditions of Enrolment
When you accept our offer, you agree to the Terms and Conditions of Enrolment. You should therefore read those conditions before accepting the offer.
Credit transfer
Many of our courses consider applications for entry with credit for prior learning. Each application is individually assessed by our credit entry tutors.
If you would like more information about whether or not you may be eligible for the award of credit, for example from an HND, partly-completed degree or foundation degree, please contact our Admissions team.
We operate the European Credit Transfer System (ECTS). All undergraduate single modules are equivalent to 7.5 ECTS credits and double modules to 15 ECTS credits. More about ECTS credits.
Application process
Full time Home / EU applicants
Apply through UCASPart time Home / EU applicants
Apply direct to the UniversityInternational applicants
Apply direct to the UniversityFull time applicants can also apply through UCAS
Tuition fees
Questions about fees?
Contact Student Finance on:
Tuition fees
Please note tuition fees for Home/EU students may increase in subsequent years both for new and continuing students in line with an inflationary amount determined by government. Tuition fees for International students may increase in subsequent years both for new and continuing students.
Oxford Brookes University intends to maintain its fees for new and returning home and EU students at the maximum permitted level.
Please be aware that some courses will involve some additional costs that are not covered by your fees. Specific additional costs for this course, if any, are detailed below.
Financial support and scholarships
Additional costs
Please be aware that some courses will involve some additional costs that are not covered by your fees. Specific additional costs for this course, if any, are detailed below.
The most likely extra costs in studying are computers, books and printing.
You are not required to have your own computer though many students choose to. We have computer rooms available 24 hours a day and 7 days a week so you should always be able to work if you don't have your own machine.
The library has an extensive electronic library so in many cases, you will be able to read course books online without extra cost. You can of course buy physical copies of books instead if you so wish but many students do not.
Most submission of work for computing modules is electronic so there is little need for printing.
Learning and assessment
In Year 1 we will introduce you to the core principles of AI.
You will study two essential topics, robotics and object-oriented programming.
You will also study Problem Solving and Programming, and Mathematics for Computing. These are vital for a successful career in the computing and AI industries.
In Year 2 you will build on the skills you have gained in computer programming and explore innovative product development.
You'll learn about:
- software development
- databases
- foundations of cyber security.
We encourage you to take a work placement in Year 3. A work placement gives you demonstrable experience of working in industry and you can apply your learning in a work environment.
On returning to university for your Final Year you will study exciting modules such as:
- Computer Game Development
- Cognitive Robotics
- Deep Learning
- Machine Vision.
And you will complete a final project to demonstrate your learning.
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Study modules
Please note: As our courses are reviewed regularly as part of our quality assurance framework, the modules you can choose from may vary from that shown here. The structure of the course may also mean some modules are not available to you.
Learning and teaching
On this course you'll study theory and develop a strong set of practical skills.
Our teaching takes a very practical approach, using:
- lectures
- practical sessions
- apprentice style learning
- hands on exercises.
- Lectures and seminars
- Placement
- Other learning activities (including group work, research, conferences etc.)
Year 1
- Lectures and seminars - 25%
- Placement - 0%
- Other learning activities (including group work, research, conferences etc.) - 75%
Year 2
- Lectures and seminars - 22%
- Placement - 0%
- Other learning activities (including group work, research, conferences etc.) - 78%
Year 3 (optional placement year)
- Lectures and seminars - 1%
- Placement - 99%
- Other learning activities (including group work, research, conferences etc.) - 0%
Year 4 (or year 3 if no placement)
- Lectures and seminars - 17%
- Placement - 0%
- Other learning activities (including group work, research, conferences etc.) - 83%
Learning and teaching percentages are indicative. There may be slight year-on-year variations.
Assessment
Assessment methods used on this course
All modules have an element of continuous assessment.
Not all modules have written examinations but where they are used they are worth 30%, 50% or 70% of your grade.
- Written exams
- Coursework
- Practical exams
Year 1
- Written exams - 21%
- Coursework - 79%
- Practical exams - 0%
Year 2
- Written exams - 28%
- Coursework - 72%
- Practical exams - 0%
Year 3 (optional placement year)
- Written exams - 0%
- Coursework - 100%
- Practical exams - 0%
Year 4 (or year 3 if no placement)
- Written exams - 28%
- Coursework - 72%
- Practical exams - 0%
Assessment method percentages are indicative. There may be slight year-on-year variations.
Study Abroad
You may be able to go on a European or international study exchange while you are at Brookes. Most exchanges take place in the second year. Although we will help as much as we can with your plans, ultimately you are responsible for organising and funding this study abroad.
After you graduate
Career prospects
You will graduate with a deep understanding of the fundamental principles of artificial intelligence, informed by computer science concepts and practices, strong technical skills in software development, as well as valuable transferable skills such as problem solving, team working, communication, time management and self-motivation, ready to apply to the world of work. The optional work placement provides invaluable real-world experience. Career options are abundant in the areas of AI driven app development, machine learning, data science and intelligent systems.
Further study
World-class research and superb links with industry come together to make Oxford Brookes one of the best places in the UK to study technology at postgraduate level, whatever your subject interest.
Our courses, taught by leading academics with active research programmes, are designed to meet the needs of modern industry. Our graduates tell us that the relevance of our courses and the skills they've learnt enable them to achieve their goals and build their careers. And our location in Oxford places us at the heart of one of Europe's biggest concentrations of high-tech businesses.
Free language courses
Free language courses are available to full-time undergraduate and postgraduate students on many of our courses, and can be taken as a credit on some courses.
Information from Discover Uni
Programme Changes: On rare occasions we may need to make changes to our course programmes after they have been published on the website.
For more information, please visit our Changes to programmes page.