BSc Computer Science with Artificial Intelligence
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Computer Science and Computer Science (Artificial Intelligence). Core topics include Programming, Computer Architecture, Embedded Systems, Data Analysis, Project Management, and Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning. The course spans three years, with an optional placement year available. Students complete an individual AI-focused project in their final year.
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Entry requirements
GCSE: In addition to the following Level 3 requirements, you must have evidence of Level 2 GCSE English and Maths at Grade C/4 or above. UCAS tariff: 112 UCAS points. A level: Two full A-levels required as a minimum, including Grade C in Computer Science, Computer Studies, IT, ICT, Maths or a numerate science. BTEC: DMM from Computing, Maths, IT related subject or a numerate science. T level: Overall grade M in Digital Production, Design and Development or Digital Support Services. Must have passed all components. Access to HE: Must be QAA-approved in Computing/IT/Maths/Numerate Science related subject
What students say
Based on about 51 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Teaching on my course: 82%
- Learning opportunities: 81%
- Assessment and feedback: 76%
- Academic support: 89%
- Organisation and management: 83%
- Learning resources: 87%
- Student voice: 72%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 215 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- Continued on course: 83%
- Left higher education: 17%
What graduates do next
Based on about 53 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Working: 70%
- Working and studying: 11%
- Further study: 2%
- Unemployed: 13%
Most common jobs
- Information Technology Professionals: 26%
- Science, engineering and technology associate professionals: 19%
- Artistic, literary and media occupations: 9%
- Elementary occupations: 6%
- Skilled trades occupations: 4%
- Find their work meaningful: 70%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 65%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 60%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 100 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 1%
- North West: 89%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 2%
- East Midlands: 1%
- East of England: 1%
- London: 1%
- South East: 2%
- Scotland: 1%
- Northern Ireland: 2%
Who gets in
Based on about 215 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- A levels: 87%
- Access course: 4%
- Other HE qualification: 3%
- Other qualifications: 5%
Accreditation & quality ratings
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Silver for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Programming 1
- Programming 2
- Database Systems
- Professional Development and Practices
- Web Development and Human Computer Interfaces
- Computer System Internals and Linux
- Data Structures and Algorithms
- Design Patterns
- Career Development
- Software Project with Agile Techniques (Salford HackCamp)
- AI & Data Mining
- Client Server Systems
- Machine Learning
- Project for Computer Science (Artificial Intelligence Focused)
- Deep Learning
- Natural Language Processing
- Big Data Analytics and Internet of Things
- Visual Information Analytics
- Virtual Reality and 3D Games
- Business Management
- Mobile Development
- Advanced Web Development
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Computer Science with Artificial Intelligence at University of Salford earn?
The median salary is £28,000 after 15 months, £23,500 after 3 years, £29,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £22,500 and £41,500. The £29,000 median after five years is £7,000 less than the UK median for Computer science.
What do graduates of BSc Computer Science with Artificial Intelligence at University of Salford do next?
84% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Computer Science with Artificial Intelligence at University of Salford?
82% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Computer Science with Artificial Intelligence at University of Salford?
The average entrant had 113 UCAS points.
Does BSc Computer Science with Artificial Intelligence at University of Salford include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional placement year.
How many students continue on BSc Computer Science with Artificial Intelligence at University of Salford?
83% of students continued into their second year, and 17% left higher education.