Course Overview

This title change follows a review of the program and has been made to better reflect the content of the program and terminology used within the industry, as well as to ensure that our students are well placed to secure graduate employment. The artificial intelligence industry is fast-growing and touches so many aspects of society, from business operations to our everyday lives. In this course, you will gain a detailed understanding of artificial intelligence concepts and techniques, and learn to use this knowledge to address contemporary problems and challenges such as the use of microprocessor-based systems to control home appliances and the detection and resolution of collisions in applied mechanics. With us, you will develop fundamental skills, such as learning the powerful general-purpose programming language C++, and experience in-depth study of computer networks and systems. Using artificial intelligence code, you will learn how to control advanced mobile robots in our purpose-built laboratory.

General Eligibility

• Five GCSEs at grade C or above, including English and Mathematicsor equivalent, plus one of the following:

• Normally 104 UCAS points from at least two A-levels or equivalent or

• BTEC National Diploma/ Extended Diploma at DMM or

• Pass in the QAA accredited Access to HE. English and Mathematics GCSE required as a separate qualification as equivalency is not accepted within the Access qualification. We will normally require students to have had a break from full-time education before undertaking the Access course or

• International Baccalaureate: 24+ points

• Foundation Year in Computing: Pass Foundation, and progression is at the discretion of the programme leader. Refer to the Foundation team for further guidance.

Part Time Work Details

20 Hours of Work permit weekly for international students.

Language Requirement

• If English is not your first language then an IELTS score of 6.0 overall with a minimum of 5.5 in each component (or equivalent) is essential.