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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Data Science and AI
University of the Arts London
Entry requirements
Here's what you will need to get a place on the Data Science and AI course at University of the Arts London.
Select a qualification to see required grades
A level
BCC at A-level.
Tuition fees
| Location | Fees |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| Republic of Ireland | £9,535 per year |
| EU | £29,990 per year |
| International | £29,990 per year |
Course summary
What this course is about
UCAS code: I2I4
Here's what University of the Arts London says about its Data Science and AI course.
Data Science and AI is a rapidly expanding, applied discipline that is shaping the world around us and a significantly growing area of employment. Data science is also the foundation of the technology that underpins modern approaches to functional AI based products and services.
The BSc Data Science and AI programme offers a deep engagement with data science and AI competencies, as well as a critical perspective on ethical data and AI practices. This includes statistical theory, mathematics, data structures, computational approaches, machine learning and software engineering.
Delivered by the UAL Creative Computing Institute, you will benefit from an innovative curriculum that approaches data science and AI through a creative lens.
What to expect
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Coding for data science: you will learn practical coding skills in core modern programming languages for data science industries and applications.
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Project-based learning: you will complete a range of computing projects where you will apply skills and knowledge to real world problems.
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Ethical data practices: you will learn how data practices have the potential to impact individuals and society.
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Collaboration and creativity: you will learn how to collaborate with your peers to creatively solve problems together. This ability is a core attribute valued by graduate employers.
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The CCI community: you will join a significant community of students, academics and researchers who are passionate about the future of data and computing. You will have access to our integrated online community.
Industry experience and opportunities
You will learn using industry standard tools and frameworks ensuring you are ready to progress to a wide range of roles across the technology sector. You will benefit from industry talks and will meet industry representatives throughout your studies.
Furthermore, you have the opportunity to undertake the optional year in industry details of which will be provided in the second year of study.
Course details
Qualification
Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Department
Creative Computing Institute, University of the Arts London
Location
Creative Computing Institute, University of the Arts London | London
Duration
3 Years
Study mode
Full-time
Subjects
• Artificial intelligence
• Data management
Start date
September 29, 2025
Application deadline
January 29, 2025
University of the Arts London reviews
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Foundation year student
Three stars: Good
1 year ago
Foundation year student
No student bar :( but you make plans independently which can be more fulfilling
1 year ago
Foundation year student
It does not give enough support for those struggling with the cost of living in London. The prices in the UAL cafes and art shops are majorly inflated
1 year ago
Foundation year student
Four stars: Great
1 year ago
Foundation year student
I like how we have access to all UAL libraries but I feel we lack a student union centre
1 year ago
Foundation year student
Good structure but it is very intense
1 year ago
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 the Arts London students who took the Data Science and AI course - or another course in the same subject area.
Select an option to see a detailed breakdown
Teaching on my course
83%
med
Teaching on my course
83%
med
How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?
79%
med
How good are teaching staff at explaining things?
93%
high
How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?
83%
high
How often is the course intellectually stimulating?
78%
med
Learning opportunities
79%
med
Learning opportunities
79%
med
To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?
86%
high
How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?
75%
med
How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?
75%
med
To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?
86%
high
To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?
75%
med
Assessment and feedback
87%
high
Assessment and feedback
87%
high
How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?
89%
med
How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?
88%
med
How often does feedback help you to improve your work?
85%
high
How often have you received assessment feedback on time?
91%
high
How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?
80%
med
Academic support
89%
med
Academic support
89%
med
How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?
88%
med
How well have teaching staff supported your learning?
89%
med
Organisation and management
80%
high
Organisation and management
80%
high
How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?
82%
high
How well organised is your course?
78%
med
Learning resources
86%
med
Learning resources
86%
med
How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?
82%
med
How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?
93%
high
How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?
86%
med
Student voice
79%
high
Student voice
79%
high
How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?
72%
high
To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?
83%
med
To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?
83%
high
How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?
75%
med
Other NSS questions
Other NSS questions
During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?
92%
high
How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?
79%
med
Student information
See who's studying at University of the Arts London. These students are taking Data Science and AI or another course from the same subject area.
| Most popular A-levels studied | ||||||
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| Subject | Grade | |||||
| Mathematics | B | |||||
| Fine Art | B | |||||
| English Literature | C | |||||
| Computer Science | B | |||||
| Photography | B | |||||
Graduate prospects
What graduates do next
We have no information about graduates who took Data Science and AI at University of the Arts London.
Earnings after graduation
Earnings from University of the Arts London graduates who took Data Science and AI - or another course in the same subject area.
Earnings
£16.8k
First year after graduation
Shown here are the median earnings of graduates at one, three and five years after they completed a course related to Data Science and AI.
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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University of the Arts London (UAL) is ranked 2nd in the world for Art and Design according to the 2024 QS World University Rankings by Subject®. It welcomes a diverse body of over 18,000 students from more than 130 countries. Established in 2004, UAL brings together 6 esteemed Colleges specialising in arts, design, fashion and media, which were founded in the 19th and early 20th centuries. The Colleges are joined by the UAL Creative Computing Institute, breaking boundaries between art and technology.
UAL gives students unique opportunities to learn, create, research and innovate across a whole range of disciplines and at all levels – covering everything from drama, graphic and interior design to fashion and fine art. With a teaching staff made up of professional artists, practitioners, designers, critics and theorists, UAL is one of the world's leading specialist creative universities.
Each College has its own unique culture, philosophy and focus. UAL graduates go on to work in and shape creative industries worldwide, and the university has launched the careers of many creative and cultural leaders, including over half of all Turner Prize nominees.
Our representatives are here to help you with any questions you have about life at UAL, our courses, higher education in general or living in London.
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