BSc (Hons) Computer Science (Artificial Intelligence) 48 months Undergraduate Programme By Heriot-Watt University |TopUniversities

Programme overview

Main Subject

Data Science and Artificial Intelligence

Degree

BSc

Study Level

Undergraduate

Study Mode

On Campus

Our BSc (Hons) Computer Science (Artificial Intelligence) is designed to allow you to create modern, robust and practical systems. We don't just teach how to use the latest tools and techniques, but instead focus on empowering our students to understand and develop the next generation of software and tools.

This programme is aimed at those inspired to shape the future, revolutionise industries, and solve complex problems. It's a thrilling journey into the heart of innovation, offering the chance to positively impact society through technology and creativity.

The course strikes a balance between theoretical knowledge and practical experience, heavily influenced by the wide research expertise of our academic staff. In your third year, you will engage in a year-long group project, collaborating to solve real-world problems. In the final year, you will pursue your AI specialised courses and produce an extensive dissertation project in the AI area.

Reasons to study this programme:

  • Global Perspective: Opportunity to study in our Dubai campus, or in our partnering university - Ostbayerische Technische Hochschule (OTH) in Germany through the Go Global programme.
  • Excellence in rankings: We take pride in our ranking as the 1st in Scotland in the the Daily Mail University Guide 2026.
  • Student equipment fund: Supporting students in purchasing technology (either in hardware, data or software) to explore the usage of and code development for new platforms, as part of a taught course or as a personal project.
  • Comprehensive, customisable curriculum: Provides opportunity to specialise in several areas through optional courses, including computer graphics, data mining and machine learning, digital forensics, e-commerce technology, games programming and more.
  • World-class facilities: Gain access to the National Robotarium which fosters the teaching and development of the next generation of roboticists, producing highly-skilled graduates who are trained to conduct world-leading research with a market focus. 
  • Professional accreditation: Accredited by The Chartered Institute for IT on behalf of the Engineering Council, as well as the British Computer Society (BCS) on behalf of the Science Council.
 

Programme overview

Main Subject

Data Science and Artificial Intelligence

Degree

BSc

Study Level

Undergraduate

Study Mode

On Campus

Our BSc (Hons) Computer Science (Artificial Intelligence) is designed to allow you to create modern, robust and practical systems. We don't just teach how to use the latest tools and techniques, but instead focus on empowering our students to understand and develop the next generation of software and tools.

This programme is aimed at those inspired to shape the future, revolutionise industries, and solve complex problems. It's a thrilling journey into the heart of innovation, offering the chance to positively impact society through technology and creativity.

The course strikes a balance between theoretical knowledge and practical experience, heavily influenced by the wide research expertise of our academic staff. In your third year, you will engage in a year-long group project, collaborating to solve real-world problems. In the final year, you will pursue your AI specialised courses and produce an extensive dissertation project in the AI area.

Reasons to study this programme:

  • Global Perspective: Opportunity to study in our Dubai campus, or in our partnering university - Ostbayerische Technische Hochschule (OTH) in Germany through the Go Global programme.
  • Excellence in rankings: We take pride in our ranking as the 1st in Scotland in the the Daily Mail University Guide 2026.
  • Student equipment fund: Supporting students in purchasing technology (either in hardware, data or software) to explore the usage of and code development for new platforms, as part of a taught course or as a personal project.
  • Comprehensive, customisable curriculum: Provides opportunity to specialise in several areas through optional courses, including computer graphics, data mining and machine learning, digital forensics, e-commerce technology, games programming and more.
  • World-class facilities: Gain access to the National Robotarium which fosters the teaching and development of the next generation of roboticists, producing highly-skilled graduates who are trained to conduct world-leading research with a market focus. 
  • Professional accreditation: Accredited by The Chartered Institute for IT on behalf of the Engineering Council, as well as the British Computer Society (BCS) on behalf of the Science Council.
 

Admission Requirements

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    • Standard entry requirements

      • Highers ABBB (over two sittings). Must include Maths achieved at B.
      • A-Levels BBC. Must include Maths achieved at B.
      • International Baccalaureate 28 points. Must include Maths achieved at Higher Level 5.
      • BTEC Extended Diploma DDM. Must be in a relevant subject and contain sufficient Maths.
      • HNC B in graded unit. Must be in a relevant subject and contain sufficient Maths at SCQF Level 6.
      • HND BB in graded units. Must be in a relevant subject and contain sufficient Maths at SCQF Level 6.
      • Please check that you meet our University-wide National 5/GCSE (or equivalent) English and Maths requirements.


      Minimum entry requirements *
      • Highers BBBC (over two sittings). Must include Maths achieved at B.
      • A-Levels BCC. Must include Maths achieved at B.
      • International Baccalaureate 28 points. Must include Maths achieved at Higher Level 5.
      • BTEC Extended Diploma DDM. Must be in a relevant subject and contain sufficient Maths.
      • HNC B in graded unit. Must be in a relevant subject and contain sufficient Maths at SCQF Level 6.
      • HND BB in graded units. Must be in a relevant subject and contain sufficient Maths at SCQF Level 6.

4 Years
Sep

Tuition fees

Domestic
9,790 GBP
International
25,808 GBP

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