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Computer Science (Artificial Intelligence) BSc (Hons)

University of Sheffield

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  • Qualification

    Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

  • Location

    University of Sheffield Main Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    SEP

  • Duration

    3 Years

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'll get the chance to specialise in speech recognition, language processing or robotics.


Computer science with AI is the study of machine intelligence, including bio-inspired algorithms, their relationship to living intelligence and the nature of consciousness itself.

Position yourself at the leading edge of humanity’s exploration of what it means to be alive, and the creation of artificial intelligence.The first year of this degree gives you a grounding in the fundamentals. In your second year you'll experience the processes of engineering a real software system for a real client in a competitive environment.The main focus of your final year is a dissertation project, where you’ll enjoy scope for creative and intellectual exploration. Optional modules such as Modelling and Simulation of Natural Systems, Cognitive and Biomimetic Robotics and Bioinspired computing give you the scope to tailor your degree to your interests.You'll not only graduate with technical skills of a computer scientist, but also a solid team player, effective communicator and system designer.


Why study this course?

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Professional skills and group work

- professional, communication and presentation skills help to create more employable computer scientists and software engineers.-


Work for real clients

- working in a team to engineer a software system for a real client will give you experience of what it’s like in industry.-


Specialist teaching facilities

- you'll have access to the latest hardware, software and operating systems, plus high-spec graphics computers and a robotics arena in our dedicated computer labs in The Diamond.-


Support throughout your degree

- our dedicated student welfare advisor is available to provide support, for example, if you are feeling down, overwhelmed or struggling to adjust to student life.

Tuition fees

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(International fees)

£ 29,110per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

University information

University of Sheffield

University of Sheffield

  • University League Table

    13th

  • Campus address

    The University of Sheffield - Main Site, Western Bank, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S10 2TN, United Kingdom

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With 28,000 students from over 150 countries, Sheffield is a diverse, welcoming city that's celebrated for its safety, strong sense of community, and culture.
The university offers a range of scholarships for international students.
Ranked in the UK top 20 (Complete University Guide 2025), Sheffield is a leading university for research and teaching.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Computer Science

    15th out of 118 2

  • Entry standards

    / Max 229
    168 73%

    16th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    79.0 79%

    46th

    28

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.11 78%

    39th

    25

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