36 monthsProgramme duration
19,200 EURTuition Fee/year
SepStarting Month
Programme overview
Main Subject
Data Science and Artificial Intelligence
Degree
BSc
Study Level
Bachelor's
Study Mode
On Campus
Are you interested in human cognition? Are you eager to understand AI, and how the technology works? In the bachelor Data Science & Artificial Intelligence you will develop a strong fundamental basis in computer science, mathematics and statistics combined to advanced machine learning, cognitive science and AI competence.
This programme is aimed at students who have a strong interest in programming, computer science, and have strong mathematical skills, as well as an interest in the human brain and information processing.
Why Data Science & Artificial Intelligence in Leiden?
- Computational thinking and data science: In Leiden we believe: a competent AI engineer, is first and foremost a skilled computer scientist. You will learn to understand how information is created, gain insights into algorithms and learn programming skills.
- Research University: Teaching is directly inspired by current research, students can participate in research projects, and they will be encouraged to engage in critical thinking and develop problem solving skills. Lectures will be given by research staff from LIACS (Leiden Institute of Advanced Computer Science), Institute of Psychology and Leiden University Centre for Linguistics.
Read more about Data Science and Artificial Intelligence on the Leiden University website
Programme overview
Main Subject
Data Science and Artificial Intelligence
Degree
BSc
Study Level
Bachelor's
Study Mode
On Campus
Are you interested in human cognition? Are you eager to understand AI, and how the technology works? In the bachelor Data Science & Artificial Intelligence you will develop a strong fundamental basis in computer science, mathematics and statistics combined to advanced machine learning, cognitive science and AI competence.
This programme is aimed at students who have a strong interest in programming, computer science, and have strong mathematical skills, as well as an interest in the human brain and information processing.
Why Data Science & Artificial Intelligence in Leiden?
- Computational thinking and data science: In Leiden we believe: a competent AI engineer, is first and foremost a skilled computer scientist. You will learn to understand how information is created, gain insights into algorithms and learn programming skills.
- Research University: Teaching is directly inspired by current research, students can participate in research projects, and they will be encouraged to engage in critical thinking and develop problem solving skills. Lectures will be given by research staff from LIACS (Leiden Institute of Advanced Computer Science), Institute of Psychology and Leiden University Centre for Linguistics.
Read more about Data Science and Artificial Intelligence on the Leiden University website
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Bachelor's degree trains future computer scientists in the fields of Data Science and Artificial Intelligence. When you graduate you will be ready for a range of career options. Students graduating from the bachelor’s programme can continue with a master’s programme in Computer Science in Leiden, or other AI or computer science master programmes at Dutch or international universities. Graduates will have developed key competencies in data science and AI. You will possess both theoretical knowledge as strong pratical skills. You will be able to work as a data scientist in a wide range of industries, or continue your study after achieving the Bachelor's programme.
The programme offers a balanced mix of theory and practice. Most courses include exercise classes in which students practice theory. For instance, they solve mathematical problems, or practice with programming assignments. The exercise classes take place in groups of 25 to 30 students and are led by student-assistants or more experienced teaching-assistants under supervision of the course lecturer. Assignments will be either individual or in groups of two or three students.
Graduates will have developed key competencies in data science and AI. You will possess both theoretical knowledge as strong pratical skills. You will be able to work as a data scientist in a wide range of industries, or continue your study after achieving the Bachelor's programme.
Examples of careers are:
- Data & AI specialists / analist / consultant / engineer
- Machine Learning engineer
- Data scientist
- Computer Research Scientist
- Business intelligence developer
Master's programme
You can also move on to a master's programme:
- Master Computer Science
- ICT in Business and the Public Sector
- Media Technology (after an interview, and with conditions)
- Statistics and Data Science
After completing a pre-master's programme
- Astronomy: Astronomy and Data Science
- Psychology
- Data or AI specialist
English language requirements: IELTS 6.5; TOEFL internet-based 90; Cambridge English 180; Cambridge English 180.
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