Computer Science (Artificial Intelligence) with a Foundation Year - MComp (Hons)
University of Sheffield
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Master of Computing with Honours - MComp (Hons)

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Master of Computing with Honours - MComp (Hons)

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If you dont have the usual scientific or mathematical background for an engineering degree, a foundation year is for you. After successfully completing the foundation year, you can start your main degree.**Join the forefront of humanitys journey into intelligent systems with our Computer Science (Artificial Intelligence) course.**This course provides a strong foundation in computer science, equipping you with the essential skills in software engineering, programming, algorithms, and data ...Read more

If you don't have the usual scientific or mathematical background for an engineering degree, a foundation year is for you. After successfully completing the foundation year, you can start your main degree.


Join the forefront of humanity's journey into intelligent systems with our Computer Science (Artificial Intelligence) course.

This course provides a strong foundation in computer science, equipping you with the essential skills in software engineering, programming, algorithms, and data structures.This core knowledge will prepare you to delve into the captivating world of AI, where you will explore areas like machine learning, natural language processing and robotics.Our course has a strong focus on professional skills to ensure you are well equipped for a career after graduating. You will develop your communication skills and be able to think critically, whilst analysing the impact of your work in a real-world context. These are essential for a career in industry or research, and demonstrate the well-rounded education our programme will provide you. Core modules in years one and two will provide you with the foundations of computer science and artificial intelligence, while in the final year a range of optional modules will allow you to tailor your studies to your own interests.On top of these specialised modules, the focus of your final year is a dissertation project, where you will have scope for creative and intellectual exploration through a year long individual project guided by one of lecturers.


This MComp course is accredited by the British Computer Society (BCS). It fully meets the requirements for Chartered Information Technology Professional (CITP) and Chartered Engineer (CEng).


Why study this course?

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Learn the fundamentals of AI

- Study the core techniques and applications of AI, ranging from data-driven computing through to state-of-the-art speech and text processing.-


Work for real clients

- Working in a team to engineer a software system for a real client will give you experience of what it’s like in industry.-


Specialist teaching and facilities

- You'll have access to the latest hardware, software and operating systems, high-spec graphics computers and a robotics arena in our dedicated computer labs. Our lecturers are renowned computer scientists and their research shapes our teaching.-


Professional skills and group work

- Professional, communication and presentation skills help to create more employable computer scientists and software engineers. These are extremely valuable to companies, making you a well-rounded and sought-after candidate.-


Flexible study options

- It's possible to transfer between our courses. This provides an opportunity to understand which modules and areas of computer science spark your interest and flexibility to your education. -


Support throughout your degree

- Our dedicated student welfare advisor can provide support, for example, if you are feeling down, overwhelmed or struggling to adjust to student life.

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