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University degree

Computer Science with Artificial Intelligence

University of Nottingham, the Β· Nottingham
Qualification
Degree
Length
4 yrs
UK fees / yr
Β£9,535
Study
full-time
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About this course

Computer science with artificial intelligence is a degree for those who want to understand both the fundamental discipline of computing and the techniques that are now transforming how software is built and how organisations make decisions. Artificial intelligence has moved from research curiosity to practical reality in a remarkably short time, and the engineers and researchers who understand both the computational foundations and the specific methods of machine learning, natural language processing, and intelligent systems are among the most sought-after professionals in the current economy.

At the University of Nottingham, this four-year full-time programme considers each candidate on an individual basis and accepts a broad range of qualifications. The degree includes a sandwich year, giving you the opportunity to work in a computing or AI-related role before your final year. A year abroad is also incorporated, and work placement is additionally available.

These features mean that you graduate with substantial professional and international experience alongside deep technical training. You will study programming, algorithms, data structures, software engineering, and computer systems alongside machine learning, deep learning, computer vision, natural language processing, and the mathematical foundations that underpin them.

Nottingham's research strengths in AI and computer science, combined with the professional experience from the sandwich year, create a programme that prepares you both intellectually and practically for a career in a rapidly evolving field.

Graduates are well positioned for roles in software engineering, AI and machine learning, data science, research, technology companies, financial services, healthcare technology, and a growing range of industries where AI expertise is valued. Many pursue postgraduate study in computer science, AI, or data science to develop specialist research or engineering expertise.

Could you get in?
The grades students arrived with
128-143 pts5%
144-159 pts15%
160-175 pts30%
176-191 pts10%
192-207 pts15%
208-223 pts10%
224-239 pts10%
How they qualified
90% got in with A-levels. The rest came in a mix of ways:
A-levels90%
the IB10%
Could I get in? Try your grades
120 UCAS pts
Pay & prospects
84%
In work or further study after
85%
Continue past first year
85%
Student satisfaction
What graduates earn over time
Β£35,000
After 15 months
Β£36,000
3 years on
Β£54,000
5 years on
What graduates actually go on to do % of leavers
Customer service occupations2%
Information Technology ProfessionalsHighly skilled86%
Managers, directors and senior officialsHighly skilled2%
Process, plant and machine operatives2%
Web and Multimedia Design ProfessionalsHighly skilled2%
Finance ProfessionalsHighly skilled2%
Science, engineering and technology associate professionalsHighly skilled2%
Sports and fitness occupationsHighly skilled2%
What students say National Student Survey
85%
of students are satisfied with the course overall
Teaching87%
Assessment & feedback75%
Academic support67%
Well organised76%
Learning resources84%
Student community96%
In students' own words
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Would do it again
The course has exceeded my expectations. The best part: the teaching staff are genuinely world-class and accessible. If I'm honest, first-year classes can be quite large. On the city β€” local cost of living is manageable if you share a house…
Class of 2024 Β· Full-time
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A great decision
I've grown so much academically and personally here. The best part: the opportunity to do independent research in the final year is a highlight. If I'm honest, a few modules feel under-resourced compared to the flagship ones. On the city β€” …
Class of 2024 Β· Full-time
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Career data: role, pay and progression profiles built for Careermash's careers engine; AI-impact estimates from Anthropic's observed AI-usage telemetry and OpenAI's AI Jobs Transition Framework. Course data: HESA / Discover Uni, including Graduate Outcomes, LEO and the National Student Survey. Apprenticeships: IfATE-published standards, approved only.

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