BSc (Hons) Computer Science (Artificial Intelligence)

The undergraduate programme, Computer Science (Artificial Intelligence), offered by Heriot-Watt University, provides students with fundamental knowledge and skills in the core areas of Computer Science and specializing further in artificial intelligence applications. The course encourages students to explore both theory and practice, developing a comprehensive understanding of modern computer-based systems.Course Content: The programme is structured to enable students to gain necessary knowledge and skills in fundamental aspects of Computer Science such as programming, data structures, and systems software. As the course progresses, it introduces specialized topics in artificial intelligence including machine learning, intelligent robotics, and nature-inspired computation. The course also includes a substantial project work, allowing students to put into practice the skills they've acquired.Key Modules: Core modules include Introduction to Algorithms and Data Structures, Systems and Networks, and Software Engineering. Specialized modules in Artificial Intelligence include Fundamentals of Intelligent Systems, Machine Learning, Intelligent Robotics, and Nature Inspired Computation.Accreditations: The Computer Science (Artificial Intelligence) programme is accredited by the British Computer Society (BCS), and fully meets the academic requirement for Chartered IT Professional (CITP) registration.Future Careers: The graduates of this course can pursue a wide range of careers within the IT industry, including roles such as IT consultant, database administrator, systems analyst, multimedia programmer, and more. The knowledge in artificial intelligence can open up opportunities in emerging areas like AI engineer, data scientist, machine learning engineer, and more.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page here.