BSc Data Science and Artificial Intelligence
About this course
BSc (Hons) Computer Science (Artificial Intelligence) and Creative Computing. Core topics include Programming, Computer Architecture, Data Analysis, Statistics, Mathematical Modelling, and Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning. Cyber security and mobile app development are also included in the curriculum. The course can be taken over three or four years, with an optional work placement, and culminates in an individual final-year project.
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Entry requirements
UCAS tariff points You will need one of the following: 112 UCAS points (standard offer), or 96 UCAS points (contextual offer) Read more about contextual offer eligibility. Points must come from a Level 3 qualification listed on the UCAS tariff calculator. Accepted qualifications We accept: A Levels in at least two subjects, including Mathematics, Computer Science or another relevant subject BTEC Extended Diploma – DMM (standard) / MMM (contextual), in a computer-related subject. BTEC Diploma – D*D* (standard) / DD (contextual), in a computer-related subject. Access to HE Diploma T Levels International Baccalaureate – 24 points including a minimum of 15 points at Higher Level We also welcome applications from students who are taking Level 3 or higher qualifications not on the UCAS tariff calculator. These are assessed on a case-by-case basis. Additional requirements You will also need: GCSE English Grade 4/C or Level 2 Functional Skills in English GCSE Mathematics Grade 4/C or Level 2 Functional Skills in Mathematics International qualifications We accept a wide range of European and international qualifications in addition to A-levels, the International Baccalaureate and BTEC qualifications. Please visit our International page for full details.
What students say
Based on about 21 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 89%
- Learning opportunities: 85%
- Assessment and feedback: 94%
- Academic support: 96%
- Organisation and management: 83%
- Learning resources: 92%
- Student voice: 88%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 30 students who started
- Continued on course: 95%
- Left higher education: 5%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 5%
What graduates do next
Based on about 46 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Working: 68%
- Working and studying: 11%
- Further study: 6%
- Unemployed: 8%
Most common jobs
- Information Technology Professionals: 20%
- Business and public service associate professionals: 15%
- Elementary occupations: 10%
- Business and Financial Project Management Professionals: 10%
- Welfare and housing associate professionals: 10%
- Find their work meaningful: 85%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 75%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 55%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 150 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North West: 1%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 1%
- West Midlands: 2%
- East of England: 9%
- London: 80%
- South East: 5%
- Wales: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 55 students who started
- A levels: 87%
- Access course: 2%
- Foundation course: 6%
- A degree: 2%
- Other HE qualification: 2%
- No formal qualifications: 2%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Accredited by BCS, the Chartered Institute for IT for the purposes of fully meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered IT Professional.
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Bronze for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Mental Wealth and Professional Fitness
- Creative and Technology Industries Study Skills
- Creative and Technology Industries Data Skills
- Media and Communication Skills
- Computer Science in Practice
- Information Systems Modelling and Design
- Software Development
- Web Technologies
- Maths for Computing
- Computer Systems and Networks
- Mental Wealth; Professional Life 1 (IT Project Pitching)
- Database Systems
- Data Structures & Algorithms
- Artificial Intelligence
- Mental Wealth; Professional Life 2 (Computing in Practice)
- Business Intelligence Analysis
- Programming for Data Science
- Big Data Infrastructure & Manipulation
- Project Management
- Mental Wealth; Professional Life 3 (Project)
- Enterprise Architecture and Cloud Computing
- Advanced Topics in Data Science and AI
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Data Science and Artificial Intelligence at University of East London earn?
The median salary is £29,000 after 15 months, £22,500 after 3 years, £26,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £20,000 and £37,500. The £26,500 median after five years is £22,000 less than the UK median for Artificial intelligence.
What do graduates of BSc Data Science and Artificial Intelligence at University of East London do next?
85% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Data Science and Artificial Intelligence at University of East London?
89% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Data Science and Artificial Intelligence at University of East London?
The typical offer is 24 points in the IB. The average entrant had 97 UCAS points.
Is BSc Data Science and Artificial Intelligence at University of East London accredited?
Yes. Accredited by BCS, the Chartered Institute for IT for the purposes of fully meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered IT Professional.
Does BSc Data Science and Artificial Intelligence at University of East London include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional placement year and an optional year abroad.
How many students continue on BSc Data Science and Artificial Intelligence at University of East London?
95% of students continued into their second year, and 5% left higher education.