BSc Computer Science (Artificial Intelligence) with a Foundation Year
About this course
BSc in Computer Science (Artificial Intelligence) with a Foundation Year, a computer science degree centred on computer science and computer science (artificial intelligence) and engineering. Core topics include Programming, Statistics, and Mathematical Modelling. The course includes a foundation year designed to prepare students who do not meet standard entry requirements. The first year introduces foundational principles through compulsory modules such as Introduction to Engineering, Foundations of Physics with Computing, and Further Foundation Mathematics, alongside optional choices like Core Foundation Mathematics and Foundation Core and Enhanced Mathematics.
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What students say
Based on about 28 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 84%
- Learning opportunities: 82%
- Assessment and feedback: 81%
- Academic support: 88%
- Organisation and management: 90%
- Learning resources: 90%
- Student voice: 96%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 25 students who started, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 100%
What graduates do next
Based on about 11 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 65%
- Working and studying: 10%
- Further study: 10%
- Unemployed: 15%
Most common jobs
- Information Technology Professionals: 80%
- Elementary occupations: 5%
- Artistic, literary and media occupations: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 85%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 85%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 80%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 65 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North West: 10%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 29%
- East Midlands: 9%
- West Midlands: 2%
- East of England: 9%
- London: 35%
- South East: 2%
- South West: 3%
Who gets in
Based on about 25 students who started, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 85%
- Baccalaureate: 10%
Accreditation & quality ratings
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Silver for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Introduction to Engineering
- Foundations of Physics with Computing
- Further Foundation Mathematics
- Core Foundation Mathematics
- Foundation Core and Enhanced Mathematics
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Computer Science (Artificial Intelligence) with a Foundation Year at University of Sheffield earn?
The median salary is £34,000 after 15 months, £38,500 after 3 years, £53,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £43,000 and £68,500. The £53,000 median after five years is £17,000 more than the UK median for Computer science.
What do graduates of BSc Computer Science (Artificial Intelligence) with a Foundation Year at University of Sheffield do next?
80% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Computer Science (Artificial Intelligence) with a Foundation Year at University of Sheffield?
84% 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 (Artificial Intelligence) with a Foundation Year at University of Sheffield?
The typical offer is BBB at A level. The average entrant had 173 UCAS points.
Does BSc Computer Science (Artificial Intelligence) with a Foundation Year at University of Sheffield include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional year abroad.
How many students continue on BSc Computer Science (Artificial Intelligence) with a Foundation Year at University of Sheffield?
100% of students continued into their second year, and 0% left higher education.