AI and Data Science BSc (Hons)
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Course Overview - AI and Data Science BSc (Hons)
If you are interested in a career developing societally beneficial data science and artificial intelligence solutions to real-world problems like climate change and sustainable development, this programme will equip you with the knowledge and skills required. Years 1 and 2 will prepare you by providing a fundamental grounding in computing and software development, building the required foundation in mathematics and programming skills. Years 3 and 4 will see you build on these skills with specialised topics such as machine learning, data visualisation and advanced data science. If yo...
If you are interested in a career developing societally beneficial data science and artificial intelligence solutions to real-world problems like climate change and sustainable development, this programme will equip you with the knowledge and skills required. Years 1 and 2 will prepare you by providing a fundamental grounding in computing and software development, building the required foundation in mathematics and programming skills. Years 3 and 4 will see you build on these skills with specialised topics such as machine learning, data visualisation and advanced data science. If you choose to study with us you will develop essential technical skills and creative thinking required for solving challenges in key areas such as climate, health, sustainability, finance and many more. Students have the option of a year-long industrial placement or the possibility to study abroad through Turing exchanges. Students are also encouraged to take part in activities with the International Association for the Exchange of Students for Technical Experience (IAESTE).
Course Information
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
07/09/2026
Campus
Main Site
Application Details
14 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
G510
Institution Code
G42
Points of Entry
Year 1, Year 2, Year 3
Entry Requirements
Scottish Higher
B,B,C,C
to include Maths or Application of Maths or Computing
Access to HE Diploma
M:45
60 credits overall with 45 Level 3 at Merit in Computing or IT
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
26
including HL Maths or Computer Science at 4
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
MMM
in Computing/IT
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
H3,H3,H3,H3
to include Maths or Computing
Scottish HNC
Pass
Year 1 Entry: HNC Computing with B in Graded Unit 1 Year 2 Entry: 15 credit HNC Computing with A in Graded Unit 1. Must include Software Development: Developing Small Stand Alone Applications; Software Development: Programming Foundations; Systems Development: Introduction; Systems Development: Testing Software and Maths for Computing 1. Should also include a Database OR SQL unit.
Scottish HND
Pass
HND with BB in graded units required in one of the following: HND Computing (Software Development) including either: Database Design Fundamentals; Relational Database Management Systems; or Database Design and Programming in SQL. Plus either Software Development: Developing Websites for Multiplatform Use or Web Development Dynamically Generated Content. OR HND Computer Science including: Software Development: Object Oriented Programming; Software Development: Object Oriented Analysis and Design; Software Development: Data Structures. OR HND Web Development including: Software Development: Object Oriented Programming; Software Development: Oriented Analysis and Design: Software Development: Data Structures. Plus one of Database Design Fundamentals or Manage Database Systems Using SQL
Foundation Apprenticeship (SCQF Level 6)
Pass
Accepted as equivalent to one Higher at grade B as part of the overall grade profile of Highers required for entry. Any essential subjects at Higher should still be achieved in addition to the Foundation Apprenticeship.
A level
C,C,C
to include Maths or Computing
T Level
Pass (C and above)
Digital Support Services or Digital Business Services
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scotland | £1,820 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |
| England, Northern Ireland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £9,535 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |
| EU, International | £15,200 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |
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