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Artificial intelligence is changing our homes, workplaces and lifestyles. Our course lets you explore this subject with optional modules in intelligent agents, autonomous systems, machine learning, and human-AI interaction.
You'll take part in a group project in year two which prepares you for creating the computer systems of the future. Many projects are in collaboration with industry. Previous students have worked with Capital One, Experian, IBM and UniDays.
All these companies have offices in Nottingham. This project is great for your CV and can help you make contacts ready for when you start your career.
The industry year opportunity lets you take what you've learned and apply it to real projects in industry. Placements may be paid and can even lead to a job offer before you've graduated. You may recognise some of our tutors from the Computerphile YouTube series. It is this inspiring teaching that you can expect at Nottingham.
Artificial intelligence (AI) is an important part of the fourth industrial revolution. From making our homes intelligent to increasing productivity in companies, there are so many uses for AI.
Our graduates are already developing the future of computer science. They are working in roles such as:
App Developer
Data Analyst
Game Developer
Software Developer
If research is something that interests you then you could continue studying for a master or PhD.
Our graduates have gone on to work in companies such as:
BT
Capital One
Coca-Cola Enterprises
Experian
Games Workshop
Ministry of Defence
Sky
Careers advice
Studying for a degree at the University of Nottingham will provide you with the type of skills and experiences that will prove invaluable in any career, whichever direction you decide to take.
Throughout your time with us, our Careers and Employability Service can work with you to improve your employability skills even further assisting with job or course applications, searching for appropriate work experience placements and hosting events to bring you closer to a wide range of prospective employers.
*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution
September 2025
University Park Campus
University Park,
Nottingham,
Nottinghamshire,
NG7 2RD, CENTRAL ENGLAND, United Kingdom
A level
A*AA/AAA
Required subjects
GCSE Maths at grade B (5) and GCSE English at grade C (4).
The following qualifications can be accepted in lieu of GCSE mathematics grade 5 (B): IB Mathematics Analysis and Approaches grade 4 at Higher or Standard Level, IB Mathematics Applications and Interpretation grade 4 at Higher or Standard Level or AQA Core Maths grade C.
Excluded subjects
General Studies, Thinking Skills, Global Perspectives and Research, Critical Thinking. A Level ICT or IT do not qualify for the lower offer.
IB score
36 Points overall or 766 in 3 HL certificates / 34 points overall or 666 in 3 HL certificates if studying HL Computer Science
IB requirements
IF TAKEN - 6 in HL Computer Science
Additional entry requirements
A*AA (AAA if you have an A in computer science/computing)
RQF BTEC Nationals
RQF Level 3 BTEC National Extended Diploma D*DD
RQF Level 3 BTEC National Diploma and 1 A level DD + A* or D*D + A in A level Computer Science
RQF Level 3 BTEC National Extended Certificate and 2 A level D + A*A or D + AA including A level Computer Science
Access to HE Diploma
Pass Access to HE Diploma with 42 Level 3 graded credits at Distinction and 3 Level 3 graded at Merit
GCSE English
GCSE English grade 4/C
IELTS (Academic): 6.5 (with a minimum of 6.0 in each element)
TOEFL (iBT): 90 (minimum 19 in writing and listening, 20 in reading and 22 in speaking)
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.
Students can discover a world of extraordinary learning, pioneering research and life-changing experiences at Nottingham, a leading global university.
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