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BSc (Hons) Artificial Intelligence Bachelor's degree at Liverpool Hope University

BSc (Hons) Artificial Intelligence at LHU is recognised as a UK degree-awarding body, and graduates receive a nationally recognised qualification.

BSc (Hons)
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3
Years
Full-time
Study mode
85%
in work/study (15m)

About this course

Unlock your potential with an Artificial Intelligence degree at Liverpool Hope University. Dive into cutting-edge research and hands-on learning in AI technology! From the provider’s course page.

BSc (Hons) Artificial Intelligence is a Bachelor's degree (BSc (Hons)) at LHU, based in Liverpool Hope. It runs 3 years, studied full-time.

For Computing graduates from this provider, 85% were in work or further study 15 months after graduating, 55% in highly skilled roles, typical earnings around £26,000. (HESA Graduate Outcomes / LEO, via Discover Uni.)

For the typical curriculum, specialisations, career paths and graduate earnings for Computer Science, see the sections below.

Course evidence score

The arithmetic mean of the official measures available for this course: NSS satisfaction, graduate activity and continuation.

8.1
/ 10
Excellent
3 of 3 official measures
Student satisfaction
What students say in the National Student Survey
Strong78

Published threshold met NSS publication requires sufficient responses; small differences are not a rank. NSS mean of 7 published themes (Discover Uni snapshot 2026-06-21)

Graduate outcomes
In work or further study 15 months after graduating
Excellent85

Limited evidence Published sample: 15; treat comparisons cautiously. Cohort 2022-23. Graduate Outcomes work or further study 85% (2022-23; Discover Uni snapshot 2026-06-21)

Continuation
Students who continue past their first year
Excellent80

Published threshold met Discover Uni suppresses continuation data below its publication threshold. Cohort 2021-23. Continuation 80% (2021-23; Discover Uni snapshot 2026-06-21)

Curriculum & modules

Real modules published for this course, grouped only where the source gives a year, stage or level.

Year One 4 modules
  • Introduction to Programming
    Module details

    This module explores the foundational concepts of programming and data structures, focusing on Java and Python, and examines how skills in structured coding, object-oriented programming, and core algorithms support the design of efficient, maintainable solutions to computational problems.

  • Introduction to Artificial Intelligence
    Module details

    In this course, we will explore the field of Artificial Intelligence (AI), starting with foundational concepts and progressing through its diverse applications and implications. We begin by understanding what AI is, its history, and core principles such as machine learning, neural networks, and natural language processing. The course also covers key AI techniques such as supervised and unsupervised learning, data analysis, and algorithm development. We will look at the applications of these tech

  • Data Fundamentals
    Module details

    The Data Fundamentals module introduces the concept of data and its collection, processing, analysis, and interpretation, while exploring storage systems such as relational databases and the end-to-end lifecycle of data in real-world contexts.

  • Fundamentals of Computational Science
    Module details

    This module introduces the foundations of computer science by weaving together mathematics, C programming, cryptography and scientific computing. Students begin with sets, logic, and proofs to build the habits of abstract reasoning and formal problem-solving. These mathematical tools naturally flow into programming, where they gain practical competence in C, learning to manage variables, control flow, memory and debugging while building an appreciation for efficient and reliable code. The curric

Year Two 8 modules
  • Machine Learning
    Module details

    You will gain a wide range of skills in AI, with an emphasis on machine learning, but also metaheuristics and cellular automata. Understand foundational ML algorithms, understand neural networks, reinforcement learning and deep learning. You will also explore the ethics of AI, the nuances of NLP, and the potential of semi-supervised learning, ensuring a well-rounded grasp of intelligent systems.

  • Graph Theory
    Module details

    Understanding the mathematical foundations of graphs is essential to modern machine learning, notably current edge techniques such as graph neural networks.

  • Computer Vision
    Module details

    You will study how machines interpret and understand visual information from the world. Learn the foundational techniques and algorithms that enable computers to process, analyse, and make decisions based on visual data, bridging the gap between human and machine perception.

  • Professional Skills
    Module details

    The essential skills that every AI and computer science professional should have. This topic emphasises effective communication, teamwork, and the critical study techniques that will support your academic journey and future career.

  • Object-oriented Programming with C++
    Module details

    This topic provides a comprehensive understanding of classes, objects, inheritance, polymorphism, and other core OOP concepts, ensuring a strong foundation for advanced software development.

  • Algorithm Design and Analysis
    Module details

    Understand the heart of computational problem-solving. This course will introduce you to the design, analysis, and implementation of algorithms, ensuring you can develop efficient and effective solutions to complex problems.

  • Introduction to Software Engineering
    Module details

    Master the principles of software development, from requirement analysis to deployment. This topic covers best practices, design patterns, and methodologies that ensure the creation of robust, scalable, and maintainable software systems.

  • Human-Computer Interaction
    Module details

    Discover the science behind user-friendly interfaces and impactful user experiences. This topic focuses on design principles, user testing, and the psychology of user interactions, ensuring that software meets the needs and expectations of its users.

Year Three 6 modules
  • Natural Language Processing Fundamentals
    Module details

    A critical component of AI, used extensively by companies such as Google, DeepMind, and Microsoft. Students will learn classical NLP techniques based on linguistics in the first semester.

  • Application of Natural Language Processing
    Module details

    Advanced methods like Transformers and Language Models are studied in the second semester with the application of these techniques in areas like Stock Trading, preparing students for roles in high-earning fields like Data Science and Search Engineering.

  • Convolutional Neural Networks
    Module details

    This builds on previous knowledge of computer vision, focusing on more advanced techniques, with a focus on CNNs, and applications for interpreting visual data. Students will study advanced object recognition and scene understanding, gaining skills applicable to robotics, autonomous vehicles, and augmented reality.

  • Machine Learning Hardware
    Module details

    Also known as AIoT, this focusses on the practical aspects of AI, specifically on programming with PyTorch and deploying AI models to physical devices. Students will learn the essentials of hardware-software integration and the optimization of AI models for real-world deployment.

  • Internet-of-Things
    Module details

    This module introduces you to the interconnected world of IoT. You'll learn how everyday objects can communicate over the internet and will have access to modern tools to develop and test your ideas.

  • Cybersecurity
    Module details

    You will study topics such as network security, cryptography, and threat detection. Students learn to identify vulnerabilities, implement security protocols and learn how machine learning techniques can be used to predict and mitigate cyber threats. Practical sessions often involve hands-on labs and projects to apply theoretical knowledge in real-world scenarios.

Source: provider course page. Modules can change; required/optional status, credits, descriptions and assessment are shown only when explicitly published.

Course in depth

What this course covers, who it suits and where it leads.

What you'll study

This course combines hands-on learning in AI technology with the broader foundations of computer science. You'll usually start with programming fundamentals in languages such as Python and Java, alongside computer systems architecture and the discrete mathematics underpinning algorithms. In your second year, a course like this normally moves into algorithms and data structures, databases and software engineering, and artificial intelligence and machine learning, covering search, learning algorithms and model evaluation. By year three, you'll choose specialist options such as cybersecurity, data science, software engineering, systems and networks, or human-computer interaction, whilst also completing work on security and networks alongside an individual project where you design and evaluate substantial software.

Who it's for

Most accepted students arrive with A-levels or equivalent qualifications. The typical UCAS tariff band among entrants is 80–95 points.

University & format

This BSc (Hons) degree is studied full-time over 3 years at Liverpool Hope University, a university in Liverpool, with instruction in English. The university is a recognised UK degree-awarding body, so your degree will be nationally recognised. Liverpool Hope holds a Silver award for teaching quality in the Office for Students' TEF 2023.

Student satisfaction

How students on this course answered the National Student Survey, by theme.

The teaching on my course
78%
Learning opportunities
80%
Assessment and feedback
81%
Academic Support
90%
Organisation and management
66%
Learning resources
75%
Student voice
73%

Share of students responding positively.

Published threshold met NSS publication requires sufficient responses; small differences are not a rank. NSS mean of 7 published themes (Discover Uni snapshot 2026-06-21)

Applicant information

The next application dates for this course, followed by facts the provider publishes.

Application timelineWhat happens next
  1. 2027 entryCompleted applications can be submitted

    Your application needs a reference before you can send it.

  2. 2026 entryFinal date for 2026 applications

    Applications must reach UCAS by 18:00 UK time.

  3. 2026 entryLast day to add a Clearing choice

    Check that this course still has a vacancy before adding it.

  4. 2027 entryEqual-consideration deadline

    18:00 UK time for most undergraduate courses.

Show 5 later dates
  1. 2027 entryUCAS Extra opens

    Applicants who used all five choices and hold no offer may be able to add another choice.

  2. 2027 entryLast day applications go directly to providers

    Applications received after 18:00 UK time are entered into Clearing.

  3. 2027 entryClearing opens

    Eligible applicants can see vacancies and release themselves into Clearing.

  4. 2027 entryFinal date for 2027 applications

    Applications must reach UCAS by 18:00 UK time.

  5. 2027 entryLast day to add a Clearing choice

    Check that this course still has a vacancy before adding it.

PlacementPublished placement option

Year in industry. Availability, selection and pay can vary.

Open daysOpen Days, Applicant Days and Guided Tours

See and book current events. Dates can fill or change.

Entry & how to get in

Most entrants held A-levels or equivalent70% of accepted students came in with A-levels or equivalent (entrants over recent years).
Typical UCAS tariff: 80 - 95 pointsThe most common UCAS tariff band among accepted students. This is what entrants had, not a stated requirement.
Entry requirements are set by the universityGrades, subjects and contextual offers vary. Check LHU's official course page for the current offer.

Who gets in

What recently admitted students actually held, official admissions data, not a stated requirement.

UCAS tariff of entrants

Grades are the A-level equivalent of each points band. Tap a band to check your own chances below.

Qualifications held on entry

QualificationShare
A-levels or equivalent70%
another higher-education qualification10%
an Access course10%
No / unknown prior qualifications10%

Entry & your chances

An honest read from the official entry data, plus your personal match.

Accessible entry

Accepted students came in with a broad spread of qualifications and UCAS points. If you're worried about grades, this course has historically taken a wide range, and contextual offers may apply.

Will you get in? Plot your grades

Pick your predicted A-levels and watch your UCAS points land on the real spread of students admitted to this course.

Each bar is the share of admitted students in that UCAS-points band (lower → higher). Grades show the A-level equivalent.

Add your grades to see where you land

Your points will drop onto the distribution above, with an honest above / within / below read.

Based on the official admitted-student tariff distribution. Many universities make contextual (reduced-grade) offers, so a result below the range doesn’t rule you out.

How to apply

Undergraduate applications go through UCAS. Here’s what matters for this course, the right deadline, the grades to aim for, and the steps in order.

Apply by13 January 2027, 18:00 UK timefor this course
Typical gradesCCDA-level equivalent admitted students held
UCAS codeGH76quote this on your application
  1. 1
    Register on UCAS Hub

    Create your UCAS application and add this course (code GH76). One application covers up to five choices.

  2. 2
    Write your personal statement

    A single statement covers all your choices, so keep it broad enough for similar courses while showing genuine interest in this subject.

  3. 3
    Submit by 13 January 2027, 18:00 UK time

    UCAS equal-consideration deadline for most undergraduate courses. Source: UCAS 2027 dates.

  4. 4
    Reply to your offers

    When decisions are in, pick a firm (first) choice and an insurance (back-up) choice with slightly lower grades.

  5. 5
    Results day & confirmation

    On results day (mid-August) your place is confirmed if you meet the offer. Just missed? Talk to the university, or find a place through Clearing.

💡 Many universities make a contextual (reduced-grade) offer, for example based on your school’s results, time in care, or where you live. Ask LHU whether you’re eligible before you apply; it can lower the grades you need.

Fees & funding

What this course costs and how UK student finance covers it.

Tuition per year

Homeup to £9,790 / yr
Internationalset by the university

Standard capped home fee at English providers (2026/27); Scotland, Wales & NI differ.

Check fees at LHU →

For students who normally live in England

illustrative Maintenance Loan per year
£9,790tuition used per year, illustrative full-time England fee-cap scenario
illustrative borrowing over 3 years

2026/27 Student Finance England figures. Maintenance support is means-tested and this two-point view is not an entitlement calculator. The course total uses its published length and home fee where both are available; a missing full-time fee uses the clearly labelled England-cap scenario, while part-time fees and unknown lengths are never guessed. Use the official calculator. Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland use separate systems: SAAS, Student Finance Wales, and Student Finance NI.

Starting on or after 1 January 2027?

The Lifelong Learning Entitlement is a separate system. A new learner’s tuition entitlement is currently stated as £39,160 (about 480 credits at 2026/27 fee levels), subject to prior study and eligibility. Check the official LLE guide.

Paying for it

  • Tuition Fee Loan: can cover eligible tuition up to the applicable limit and is paid straight to the provider.
  • Maintenance Loan: up to £10,830/yr away from home outside London (England, 2026/27), means-tested on household income.
  • Repayment: 9% of income above £25,000, nothing below it; written off after 40 years.
  • Earn alongside: most students work part-time in term, part-time roles on the StudySmarter job board.

England figures shown; Scotland, Wales & NI run their own schemes, check gov.uk.

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Careers & earnings

What Computer Science graduates actually earn, from real outcome data, 15 months, 3 years and 5 years after graduating.

Graduate earnings: this course

WhenMedianTypical rangeGraduates
15 months after£26,000£24,500 – £37,00015
3 years after£25,000£19,500 – £29,00055
5 years after£31,000£23,500 – £38,50060

Nominal earnings for graduates of this course/subject at this provider. Limited evidence. Published sample: 15; treat comparisons cautiously. Cohort 2022-23.

Graduate outcomes, 15 months on: this course

85%
in work or further study 15 months on
55%
in highly skilled work or study
80%
continue past their first year
60%
find their work meaningful
80%
say work fits their future plans
  1. 1Graduate / Junior DeveloperFirst engineering role · 0–2 yrs
  2. 2Software EngineerShipping features end-to-end · 2–5 yrs
  3. 3Senior / Lead EngineerOwning systems and mentoring · 5–9 yrs
  4. 4Principal / Engineering ManagerArchitecture or leading teams · 9+ yrs

How pay grows: this course vs Computer Science nationally

Starting (15 months) HESA GO
£26,000
£25,000 – £35,000
After 3 years LEO
£25,000
£23,375 – £33,000
After 5 years LEO
£31,000
£29,750 – £42,000
national rangethis course’s medianaxis £22,000 – £43,500

National figures for Computer Science graduates, HESA Graduate Outcomes (15 months) and the Longitudinal Education Outcomes (LEO) dataset (3 & 5 years). These are national, not university-specific; actual pay varies by employer, region, role and experience. Different cohorts, so the bars are not one group over time.

Work out your pay

Headline figures hide a lot. Calculate realistic take-home pay for this field by role, region and experience, then check your CV before you apply.

What happened to 100 students?

Choose an outcome to translate the published percentage into a simple 100-person view. Each dot represents one percentage point, not an individual tracked student.

85 of 100

were in work or further study

15 months after graduation

65% working15% working and studying5% in further study55% in highly skilled work or study

Source: Discover Uni, using Graduate Outcomes and continuation data. Cohorts: 2022-23. Limited evidence. Published sample: 15; treat comparisons cautiously. Cohort 2022-23. Each tab is a separate published measure; categories can overlap and should not be added together.

Value compared with similar courses

How this course’s 5-year median earnings compare with Computer Science courses at the same study level.

This course £31,000Peer median £34,500Middle 50% £29,000–£43,000
34th percentile

Compared with 1,820 courses with compatible official earnings data. This is a course-value comparison, not a quality ranking.

UK occupations graduates enter

Published graduate destinations, joined conservatively to UK SOC 2020, ONS pay and Skills England demand.

  • Information Technology ProfessionalsSOC 2020 213 · 40% of published destinations · ASHE median £55,357
  • Sales occupationsSOC 2020 71 · 15% of published destinations · ASHE median £15,975
  • Science, engineering and technology associate professionalsSOC 2020 31 · 10% of published destinations · ASHE median £34,828
  • Elementary occupationsSOC 2020 9 · 10% of published destinations · ASHE median £19,087
  • Process, plant and machine operativesDiscover Uni category · 10% of published destinations

Discover Uni JOBLIST/JOBTYPE; ONS ASHE 2025 provisional, all employee jobs; Skills England Occupations in Demand 2025. SOC is shown only for an exact normalised label match; demand is shown only at exact four-digit SOC. Published sample: 55; response rate: 65%. Pay describes the occupation across workers, not a guaranteed graduate salary.

Job market & outlook

How Computer Science graduates fare in the labour market, and how AI is reshaping the work.

85%
in work or further study 15 months after graduating, across Computer Science courses nationally.
Graduate Outcomes
75%
of working graduates are in highly skilled work or further study.
highly skilled
85%
of students continue past their first year (still enrolled or completed).
continuation

How AI is changing the work

AI doesn't replace the profession, it shifts it: routine tasks get automated, while judgement, working with people and using AI well become more valuable.

What AI takes off your plate

  • Boilerplate and scaffolding code
  • First-pass tests and docs
  • Routine debugging and refactors
  • Standard data wrangling

More human than ever

  • System design and architecture trade-offs
  • Reviewing and owning correctness & security
  • Translating fuzzy problems into software
  • Leading delivery and mentoring

The strongest graduates pair subject depth with the ability to use AI tools critically.

Roles & employers

Where Computer Science graduates typically go, indicative destinations from graduate career data. Each role links to live openings on the StudySmarter job board.

Where they work

  • Tech companies
  • Banks & fintech
  • Consultancies
  • Government (GDS) & startups

Is this course right for you?

The essentials UK applicants ask about: finance, outcomes, entry and quality.

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Student finance

For comparison, the standard full-time England tuition cap is up to £9,790 per year in 2026/27; the actual fee varies by course and provider. If you normally live in England, eligible students can apply for a Tuition Fee Loan, plus a Maintenance Loan for living costs. Under Plan 5 you repay 9% of income above £25,000, nothing below that, and the balance is written off after 40 years.

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Where graduates go

85% were in work or further study 15 months after graduating, with a median salary of £26,000. See the full breakdown in Careers & earnings above.

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Your entry chances

Use the UCAS points calculator above to see how your predicted grades compare with admitted students, and whether a contextual offer could apply.

Official-data snapshot

Averaging the official measures published for it, this course scores 8.1 out of 10: NSS 77.6% · in work or study 85% · continued 80%.

Who studies here and in this subject?

Provider- and UK subject-level context.

Liverpool Hope University

All students5,330
International8%
Aged 25+22.8%

Computing across the UK

Students205,990
Aged 25+31.2%

HESA student record 2024/25. Counts are rounded.

Local crime-data context

A neutral snapshot around the published teaching location.

Around Liverpool Hope - Hope Park

360 street-level reports returned within roughly one mile across 2026-04 to 2026-06.

Violent Crime 124Anti Social Behaviour 53Public Order 41Shoplifting 32Vehicle Crime 27

Police.uk street-level API. Approximate locations, not confined to campus. England, Wales and Northern Ireland; not Scotland.

Is Computer Science right for you?

Tick what applies to you and see how good a fit it is.

International students

What applying to LHU from outside the UK involves: fees, English, visa, funding and living costs.

Tuition fees

International tuition is set per course by LHU; international fees are typically £12,000–£30,000/year for classroom subjects and higher for lab/clinical ones. You’re not eligible for UK Tuition Fee or Maintenance Loans, so plan for fees plus living costs upfront.

English language

Most UK undergraduate courses ask for around IELTS 6.0–6.5 (no band below 5.5–6.0), or an accepted equivalent. If you’re just short, most universities run a pre-sessional English course that counts towards the requirement.

Student visa

You’ll usually need a Student visa (Student Route). After you accept an offer the university issues a CAS; you then show funds for fees plus about £1,023–£1,334/month living costs and pay the Immigration Health Surcharge for NHS access.

Scholarships & funding

Many universities offer international/global scholarships (often £2,000–£6,000/yr), check LHU’s funding pages.

Living costs

Budget roughly £1,100–£1,400/month outside London and £1,400–£1,800/month in London for rent, food and travel; the figure also matters for your visa.

Working while you study

A Student visa usually allows up to 20 hours/week in term time and full-time in holidays, useful alongside study, though not something to rely on for fees.

Visa rules and fees change. Always confirm the current requirements with LHU and gov.uk before you apply.

Common questions

Entry is historically accessible, accepted students came in with a broad spread of qualifications. The most common tariff band among recent entrants was 80 - 95 UCAS points. Use the calculator on this page to see where your predicted grades would put you; many universities also make lower contextual offers.
Set by LHU. Most accepted students held A-levels or equivalent. Check the university's course page for the exact offer.
For Computing graduates from this provider, 85% were in work or further study 15 months after graduating, 55% in highly skilled roles, typical earnings around £26,000. (HESA Graduate Outcomes / LEO, via Discover Uni.)
For comparison, the standard full-time England tuition cap is up to £9,790 per year in 2026/27; the actual fee varies by course and provider. If you normally live in England, eligible students can apply for a Tuition Fee Loan, plus a Maintenance Loan for living costs. Under Plan 5 you repay 9% of income above £25,000, nothing below that, and the balance is written off after 40 years. See Fees & funding on this page to work out your numbers.
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