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Money MattersHarness the power of artificial intelligence and study the science of collecting, processing, analysing and using data.
A degree in AI and Data Science will equip you with the knowledge and skills to acquire, curate, manage, analyse, and make inferences from data for solving real-world problems.
In your first year, you will study core computing topics such as programming and databases, as well as specialist subjects such as mathematics, statistics, and the principles and practice of data science. As you move into your second year you’ll progress onto more advanced topics, such as applied predictive modelling, algorithms and data structures, machine learning (a key topic in artificial intelligence), and the theory and implementation of alternative database models. In your final year, you’ll be ready to meet complex subjects such as deep learning, high-performance computing and big data, and you&...
3 years full-time
4 years with placement
4 years with foundation year
Dr Keeley Crockett“My research helps businesses to develop trustworthy and responsible artificial intelligence (AI) and data driven systems. As AI legislation is rapidly changing, our students are taught ethics and data governance, giving them the skills to develop responsible tech.”
Reader in Computational Intelligence
Alongside the specialist technical knowledge gained from studying this course, you’ll develop the analytical, logical thinking, problem-solving and professional skills necessary not just to keep up with this rapidly developing subject area, but to drive it forward. We provide teaching in specialist laboratories, with high-performance computers and the latest industry-standard software. We also have strong industry links in a city with one of the biggest creative and digital sectors in the UK.
Our BSc (Hons) AI and Data Science course is developed with industry in mind, giving you the skills and knowledge you’ll need in the workplace. This ensures that by the time you leave us, you’ll be well placed to pursue a range of careers across a variety of sectors.
On our data science course, you will build the knowledge and skills to acquire, curate, manage, analyse, and make inferences from data for solving real-world problems. Study with us and you’ll gain essential, transferable computational and statistical thinking skills to create and deploy data-driven products. We’ll equip you with the knowledge for solving challenges in a range of potential data-rich application domains, such as medicine, health, climate, transportation, marketing and sales.
The Chartered Institute for IT
Chartered Institute of Information Security
Computer Technology Industry Association (CompTIA)
Institute of Coding
Teaching Excellence Framework 2023-2027
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Your studies are supported by a department of committed and enthusiastic teachers and researchers, experts in their chosen field.
We often link up with external professionals too, helping to enhance your learning and build valuable connections to the working world.
These typical entry requirements may be subject to change for the 2025/26 academic year. Please check back for further details.
Tuition fees for the 2025/26 academic year are still being finalised for all courses. You can find information on 2024/25 standard undergraduate fees for UK/Channel Islands and EU/Non-EU international students. All fees stated may be subject to change for the 2025/26 academic year.
All of the books required for the course are available from the library. The University also has PC labs and a laptop loan service. However, many students choose to buy some of the core textbooks for the course and/or a laptop. Students may also need to print their assignments and other documents. Campus printing costs start from 5p per page. Estimate costs are £300 for a laptop and up to £100 each year for books and printing.
Students can choose to go on a placement, which might incur additional travel and accommodation costs – these would be offset by salary on a paid placement and will vary by location.
Students can choose to join the BCS at any point in their study. It is not required but is useful. The annual charge is identified for every year and there is an option to take course membership, which costs £20 for one year and £30 for four years.
Students may incur costs for external storage media, such as USB or HDD drives. Level 5 students are encouraged to attend events as part of the Industry and Community Engagement unit - this may incur some travel costs.
Find out more about financing your studies and whether you may qualify for one of our bursaries and scholarships
Money MattersA degree in artificial intelligence and data science will equip you with essential, transferable computational and statistical thinking skills to create and deploy data-driven products and knowledge for solving challenges in a range of data-rich application domains. You’ll be ideally placed to apply for a range of roles, including as a machine learning architect, data analyst or data scientist.
In addition, the skills you learn on this degree are highly valued by a range of employers and opportunities may exist in areas such as project management, e-commerce and social media marketing, scientific research, education and many more.
Manchester is a major hub for the digital technology industry. The close proximity of MediaCityUK and a large number of both established companies and innovative tech start-ups means that the opportunities for technological collaboration are huge. Situated in the ‘Oxford Road Corridor’ innovation district of Manchester, the University and the Department of Computing and Mathematics are perfectly placed to work with key players in the digital technology and new media sectors, making it the perfect destination for your studies and beyond.
Study in the Dalton building
We've invested £115m into cutting-edge facilities and advanced technology to enhance your learning. With a newly refurbished computing labs and interactive study spaces, this redevelopment has been built to prepare students for the modern workplace.
You can apply for this course for 2025/26 entry once UCAS applications open in autumn.
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