Computer Science with Artificial Intelligence with Foundation Year BSc (Hons)

Foundation Year

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International Students

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Computer Science with Artificial Intelligence
Discover how computer science and artificial intelligence are transforming the world around us, guided by leading researchers in the field. Our Computer Science with Artificial Intelligence BSc explores how these technologies shape today’s digital landscape while providing you with the skills to design intelligent systems and analyse complex data. Through hands-on learning, you’ll graduate ready to pursue a career in areas such as AI, data science, public policy, or continue to further study.

Why choose this course?


• Explore cutting-edge topics including deep learning, data science, programming, software development and ethics.



• Discover modern approaches to artificial intelligence, including computational intelligence and nature-inspired algorithms.



• Gain real-world experience, from an industry-linked research project to optional work placement



• Employability skills are woven throughout the course



Exciting advances in computer science and artificial intelligence are transforming society, from neural networks and new medical diagnostic tools to self‑driving cars. Studying Computer Science with Artificial Intelligence at Keele will give you the opportunity to explore technologies and solutions for a rapidly changing digital economy.

Initial modules will provide the mathematical foundations essential for AI, while introducing the principles, structures and algorithms that underpin modern intelligent systems. Building core programming skills in Python and expertise in web technologies, databases and computer hardware, you will develop a human-centred approach to software development.

As you progress, advanced study in AI will build your practical expertise in data science, machine learning, data ethics and governance. Focusing on modern techniques such as deep learning and generative AI applied to text analysis, computer vision and pattern recognition, youll also gain a robust understanding of both legal and ethical challenges and the potential impact of AI on society.

About Keele
Our beautiful 600-acre campus is one of the biggest in Britain – but all the most important services and facilities are on your doorstep, with accommodation, teaching spaces, facilities including a medical centre, sports centre and pharmacy, and a range of shops, eateries and entertainment venues – including the Students’ Union – clustered around the centre.

Career focused courses, a vibrant student community and a beautiful 600-acre campus – this is Keele.

Whether you’re a passionate natural scientist, or eager to explore law, business, humanities or social sciences, our innovative courses are designed with your future in mind. Many of our courses offer a placement opportunity – just one of our initiatives that prepare you for real-world success.

Recognised for outstanding student experience and teaching quality, we were ranked a Top 10 UK university for student satisfaction across 15 subjects (National Student Survey 2025, broad-based English universities) and achieved Double Gold in the Teaching Excellence Framework (2017 and 2023).

Located in the Staffordshire countryside, but within easy reach of a bustling town, vibrant city and our noisy neighbours of Manchester and Birmingham, Keele truly offers the best of both worlds: a close-knit campus community and an exciting local area to explore.

We’d love to see you on campus soon.