Data Science and AI with Foundation Year BSc (Hons)
Course Overview - Data Science and AI with Foundation Year BSc (Hons)
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 engineerin...
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.<br/><br/>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. <br/><br/>Delivered by the UAL Creative Computing Institute, you will benefit from an innovative curriculum that approaches data science and AI through a creative lens.<br/><br/><strong>What to expect</strong><br/><br/><br/>• Coding for data science: you will learn practical coding skills in core modern programming languages for data science industries and applications.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Project-based learning: you will complete a range of computing projects where you will apply skills and knowledge to real world problems.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Ethical data practices: you will learn how data practices have the potential to impact individuals and society. <br/><br/><br/><br/>• 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.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• 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.<br/><br/><br/><br/><strong>Industry experience and opportunities</strong><br/><br/>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.<br/><br/>Furthermore, you have the opportunity to undertake the optional year in industry details of which will be provided in the second year of study. Please note that this course includes the Foundation Year. If you are interested in the course without the Foundation Year, search for Data Science and AI at UAL and you will find this option.
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
28/09/2026
Campus
Creative Computing Institute, University of the Arts London
Application Details
14 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
I21F
Institution Code
U65
Points of Entry
Foundation
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
64 tariff points from full level 3 qualifications.
Access to HE Diploma
64 tariff points from the Access to HE Diploma.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
MPP in the BTEC National Extended Diploma in a relevant subject area.
A level
CC at A-level.
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £9,535 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |
| EU, International | £30,890 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |






















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