BSc Hons Artificial Intelligence and Data Science

The BSc (Hons) Artificial Intelligence and Data Science with Foundation Year course offered by the University of Derby is designed to equip students with the necessary skills to manipulate, analyze and interpret big data sets, create AI systems, and ensure cybersecurity in organizations. The course starts with a foundation year to build basic mathematical and computational skills, which is crucial for success in the subsequent computing degree.Course Content: The course covers subjects such as mathematics, problem-solving, programming, data analysis, artificial intelligence, and cybersecurity. Students will learn to use industry-standard software in dedicated computer laboratories. The foundation year will equip the students with basic mathematical and computational skills.Key Modules: Key modules include Introduction to Computational Mathematics, Problem-Solving for Computing Foundation, Programming for Computing Foundation, Statistical Techniques, Cryptography and Secure Systems, Artificial Intelligence Methods, and Data Mining and Visualization.Accreditations: This course is accredited by BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT, and relies on the guidance of Strategic Advisory Boards, consisting of leading professionals from industry and the computing sector, ensuring the curriculum is up-to-date with industry trends and needs.Future Careers: Graduates of this course can look forward to career opportunities in areas such as AI specialist, data analyst, information systems manager, database administrator, and cybersecurity analyst among others. For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.