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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

Computer Science with Artificial Intelligence (including a Foundation Year)

University of Chester

(4.2)
331 reviews

Entry requirements

Here's what you will need to get a place on the Computer Science with Artificial Intelligence (including a Foundation Year) course at University of Chester.

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A level

72 UCAS points, including grade D at GCE A level

Tuition fees

LocationFees
England£9,535 per year
Scotland£9,535 per year
Wales£9,535 per year
Northern Ireland£9,535 per year
Channel Islands£9,535 per year

Course summary

What this course is about

UCAS code: I192

Here's what University of Chester says about its Computer Science with Artificial Intelligence (including a Foundation Year) course.

Step into the future with our BSc (Hons) Computer Science with Artificial Intelligence—your path to mastering the digital world. This exciting course blends theory with hands-on learning, giving you the technical expertise and creative problem-solving skills, that today’s tech industries crave.

You’ll dive into the core of computer science, from software development and data management to system communication and data processing. Our interactive, project-based curriculum mirrors real-world challenges, allowing you to collaborate in diverse teams and tackle issues like a pro.

Explore everything from coding and networking to AI, and mobile app development. You’ll gain the skills to not only understand today’s technologies but also to drive tomorrow’s innovations. With this degree, you’ll be ready to create ground-breaking solutions and shape the future of tech during a career within AI development, data science, robotics, and software engineering, where computer science and AI fuel the next wave of innovation.

Foundation Year courses have been designed for students who do not have the necessary academic qualifications needed to enter directly into the first year of a degree but who have the ability and commitment to do so. Once the Foundation Year has been completed successfully, you can then go on to complete your degree.

Source: University of Chester

Course details

Qualification

Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

Department

Computer Science

Location

Chester | Chester

Duration

4 Years

Study mode

Full-time

Subjects

• Computer science

Start date

5 October 2026

Application deadline

14 January 2026

The modules you will study

For the latest example of curriculum availability on this course, please refer to the University of Chester's Website.

How you will be assessed

There will be a broad range of assessment methods so that students are exposed to the different types of tasks they might encounter in the workplace. These will include coursework in the form of programming projects, software artefacts, portfolios of work, written work (e.g. essays) and presentations. In some modules, students will encounter class tests and practical assessments. We continuously review the assessment methods used in order that they adequately prepare students for graduate-level employment.

University of Chester reviews

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The university life offers all-inclusive community with daytime activities including lectures, student union elections and events. Also, the Chester city is well-rounded and enriched with student experience.

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1st year student

The financial impact is manageable with lower living costs compared to other cities. The university also provides financial support options including scholarships to assist students with tuition fees and living expenses.

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1st year student

The University provided excellent support services for me at the start andn throughout of course period including both academic and especially welfare support. Students are assigned with academic advisors named PAT who offers guidance and assistance throughout my studies. Also, they offer mental hea...

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1st year student

The universityu2019s facilities like accommodation, library and campus life are well equipped, highly rated and all-inclusive. The campus based facilities are sports, 50+ societies, cafes and study spaces.

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1st year student

The M.Sc. Digital Marketing program at the University of Chester covers key aspects like digital marketing strategies, analytics, and emerging technologies, preparing us with real time and diverse career opportunities. our rn faculties equips us with the skills and required knowledge which exactly a...

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1st year student

I chose the University of Chester for its academic reputation as its well known for being the 4th top university in the Northwest England.rnrnThe University offers around 50 societies and makes international students feel home.

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National Student Survey (NSS) scores

The NSS is an annual survey where final-year students are asked to rate different aspects of their course and university experience.

Here you can see ratings from University of Chester students who took the Computer Science with Artificial Intelligence (including a Foundation Year) course - or another course in the same subject area.

Computer science

Select an option to see a detailed breakdown

How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?

79%

low

How good are teaching staff at explaining things?

88%

med

How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?

75%

med

How often is the course intellectually stimulating?

92%

high

To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?

88%

high

How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?

88%

high

How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?

88%

high

To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?

79%

med

To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?

83%

high

How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?

96%

high

How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?

92%

high

How often does feedback help you to improve your work?

75%

med

How often have you received assessment feedback on time?

88%

high

How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?

92%

high

How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?

96%

high

How well have teaching staff supported your learning?

92%

high

How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?

83%

med

How well organised is your course?

75%

med

How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?

88%

med

How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?

87%

med

How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?

96%

high

How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?

62%

med

To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?

92%

high

To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?

79%

med

How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?

75%

med

During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?

80%

low

How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?

91%

high

Student information

See who's studying at University of Chester. These students are taking Computer Science with Artificial Intelligence (including a Foundation Year) or another course from the same subject area.

Computer science
Mode of study
Full-time89%Part-time11%
Gender ratio
Female11%Male89%
Where students come from
International39%UK61%
Student performance
2:1 or above81%
Number of students210
Most popular A-levels studied
SubjectGrade
Computer ScienceB
MathematicsC
ChemistryB
PhysicsD
BiologyC
Source: HESA

Graduate prospects

What graduates do next

Facts and figures about University of Chester graduates who took Computer Science with Artificial Intelligence (including a Foundation Year) - or another course in the same subject area.

Computing

Graduate statistics

75%

In a job where degree was essential or beneficial

90%

In work, study or other activity

70%

Say it fits with future plans

50%

Are utilising studies

Top job areas

75%

Information Technology Professionals

25%

Elementary occupations

Graduate statistics percentages are determined 15 months after a student graduates

Earnings after graduation

Earnings from University of Chester graduates who took Computer Science with Artificial Intelligence (including a Foundation Year) - or another course in the same subject area.

Computing

Earnings

£25.7k

First year after graduation

£29.2k

Third year after graduation

£27.6k

Fifth year after graduation

Shown here are the median earnings of graduates at one, three and five years after they completed a course related to Computer Science with Artificial Intelligence (including a Foundation Year).

Source: LEO

Note: this data only looks at employees (and not those who are self-employed or also studying) and covers a broad sample of graduates and the various paths they've taken, which might not always be a direct result of their degree

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