What will I learn?

**Find out how Artificial Intelligence is shaping the future of technology.**As Artificial Intelligence (AI) plays an ever-increasing role in helping individuals and organisations deal with new and exciting developments affecting today’s society, our BSc (Hons) Artificial Intelligence course immerses you in an exciting, innovative environment where you will develop your theoretical and technical knowledge and skills which will be directly relatable to your future career. You will discover, learn, and master technology that is going to change our relationship with computers forever. From intelligent chatbots that ‘understand’ and communicate just like humans, to uncovering information from Big Data that could predict disease and save lives.**What will I study on the BSc in Artificial Intelligence?**Starting with computer science essentials, you will become an expert in AI, machine learning, computer vision and evolutionary computation by the time you graduate.You will study core knowledge in computer programming, algorithms and data structures, data management, cloud computing, as well as key topics in artificial intelligence, computer vision, robotics and automation, and machine learning.Currently, the demand for graduates with AI skills is high. For example, the UK Government recently set up an Office for AI because there is so much demand for its application in society and business. This means that - when you graduate from your BSc in Artificial Intelligence you will be in high demand from employers and, by studying here, at Northumbria, you will be ready for a cutting-edge career and work on the technology that is destined to change computing forever.**Extended Degree** This extended degree provides an alternative route to higher education and supports those who don’t meet the standard entry requirements for an undergraduate degree. It includes a foundation year offering a wide-ranging and rigorous introduction to the various facets of computing and information science. From day one, you will be immersed in an exciting, innovative environment where you will develop your theoretical and technical knowledge and skills which will be directly relatable to your future career.**What will I learn in my Foundation Year?**You will learn that computing and information technology has changed both the world of business and the everyday lives of huge segments of the world's population and explore the rapid evolution of computing technology and how this challenges many aspects of society and offers a potential to change the world.The foundation year of the course delivered at level 3 which develops your ability to study in Higher Education is not accredited. Subsequent levels and years are accredited and deliver the knowledge, competencies, and skills required to meet the specific course accreditation requirements that relate to the approved accredited award title.