BSc (Hons) Computer Science with Artificial Intelligence Bachelor's degree at Liverpool John Moores University
BSc (Hons) Computer Science with Artificial Intelligence at LJMU is recognised by a UK degree-awarding body, and the university holds Silver status for teaching quality in the Office for Students' TEF 2023.
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BSc (Hons) Computer Science with Artificial Intelligence is a Bachelor's degree (BSc (Hons)) at LJMU, based in City Centre Campus. It runs 4 years, studied full-time.
For Computing graduates from this provider, 89% were in work or further study 15 months after graduating, 71% in highly skilled roles, typical earnings around £28,000. (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.
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)
Moderate evidence Published sample: 55; avoid reading small differences as meaningful. Cohort 2022-23. Graduate Outcomes work or further study 89% (2022-23; Discover Uni snapshot 2026-06-21)
Published threshold met Discover Uni suppresses continuation data below its publication threshold. Cohort 2022-23. Continuation 83% (2022-23; 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 1 7 modules
- Computer Science WorkshopCore20 credits
Module details
On the first weeks, the module intends to introduce the main concepts in small lecture fragments intertwined in otherwise tutorials slots. The tutorials will be based in computer labs and students will be expected to work as a group starting from Week 3. Almost every week, you will receive a new, small scale, computer science problem that links your group working and problem-solving skills with your knowledge from the previous lectures and tutorial sessions. Through these small problems you will
- Intro to ProgrammingCore20 credits
Module details
In this module you will study programming and problem-solving skills with no prior assumptions of programming experience. You will gain an understanding of how software is developed and become familiar with a range of computer programming paradigms.
- Computer Systems ArchitectureCore20 credits
Module details
This module provides you with fundamental knowledge of modern computer architecture and networks. This knowledge forms the core of all computing courses and will be built upon in subsequent modules in Level 5 and 6.
- Professional PracticeCore10 credits
Module details
This module provides you with an opportunity to consider your future role as a computing professional. The seminars will be used to develop strategies that you can use, providing opportunities for you to apply concepts to real-world scenarios. You will develop your understanding of professionalism in computing, of working in the computing industry, and of the ethical frameworks and codes of conduct for a computing industry in which Artificial Intelligence has considerable impact.
- Data ModellingCore10 credits
Module details
The module begins by exploring data and its domain in the context of Computer Science. The students explore the methodology & technology necessary in taking data and deriving info using industry standard tools for BI (Business Intelligence). The module moves on by exploring ERM (Entity Relational Modelling) & Normalisation, ultimately leading towards viable designs for RDBs (Relational Database). This module thusly supports students in further study, most notably in feeding necessary knowledge i
- Foundations of Computer ScienceCore20 credits
Module details
This module is intended to provide students with a strong foundation in the topics underpinning computer science. The module engages the student with modelling systems and analysis techniques that are used to investigate and understand computing and software engineering problems. The intention is for the student to develop a scientific and engineering ethos that will enable the computer science student to understand the science of computing and translate this into practice.
- Web Development ICore20 credits
Module details
This module introduces the concepts of client-side web development. Students will learn how to create interactive web pages that present a user interface using HTML5 and CSS, processed using custom JavaScript code.
Year 2 8 modules
- Database SystemsCore20 credits
Module details
The module begins by exploring the operation of database systems through a scrutiny of modern RDBMS (Relational Database Management Systems), the SQL (Structured Query Language) along with database connectivity APIs (Application Programming Interfaces). The module moves on by exploring some of the managerial considerations of large-scale RDBMS. The module concludes by exploring the operation of emerging NoSQL (Not Only SQL) database systems. This module thusly represents the logical follow-on to
- Object Oriented SystemsCore20 credits
Module details
The module begins by exploring the OO (Object Oriented) paradigm from analysis & design through implementation & testing to maintenance. The UML (Unified Modelling Language) is employed alongside OOP (OO Programming) to demonstrate key concepts, resulting in mature, fully functioning OO systems. The module moves on by applying principles & patterns to OO systems with Unit Testing & Source Control playing a supporting role. This module thusly represents the logical follow-on to NQF4's Introducing
- Algorithm DesignCore20 credits
Module details
This module introduces you to methods for solving computational problems. It covers the modern theory of algorithms, focusing on the themes of efficient algorithms and intractable problems. You will gain an understanding of how to select and design data structures and algorithms to solve computational problems alongside developing an understanding of key concepts of complexity theory, illustrating their relevance to practical problems of algorithm design.
- Artificial IntelligenceCore20 credits
Module details
This module introduces you to the theory, methods, techniques and tools involved in the development of knowledge-based and intelligent systems. It will provide you with the knowledge, understanding and experience of the development process, tools and techniques used for producing knowledge based and 'intelligent' systems.
- Automata, Languages and ComputationCore20 credits
Module details
This module provides an introduction to automata theory and formal language theory and emphasizes real life application where these ideas are applicable. Particular attention is paid to compiler design considerations using regular expressions and context-free grammars. The module also investigates the limits of effective computation by studying undecidable problems.
- Group ProjectCore20 credits
Module details
The module has two main purposes. First, you will be equipped with adequate research skills and experience of working on subject-related research topics, to lead into your final year project. Second, this module works to enhance your professionalism, including teamworking, which boosts employability and your awareness of what is expected in an employment scenario.
- Sandwich Year - Computer ScienceOptional120 credits
Module details
The aim is to provide students with an extended period of work experience at an approved partner that will complement their programme of study at LJMU. This will give students the opportunity to develop professional skills relevant to their programme of study as well as the attitude and behaviours necessary for employment in a diverse and changing environment. This extended placement forms a key part of a sandwich degree. All placements need to be assessed and approved prior to commencement in l
- Study Year Abroad - Computer ScienceOptional120 credits
Module details
The aim is to provide students with an additional year of study at an approved overseas partner that will complement their programme at LJMU. This is an additional year of full-time study at an approved higher education institution. The modules to be studied must be agreed in advance, and must be appropriate for the student's programme of study. Assuming successful completion of this year, mark-bearing credit will be awarded by the University Recognition Group. The grade conversion scale to be u
Year 3 5 modules
- Advanced Topics in Artificial IntelligenceCore20 credits
Module details
To equip the student with the tools to tackle complex real-world problems using Artificial Intelligence (AI). To investigate both the application of rigorous mathematical techniques for production as well as an evaluation and use of intellectual tools and ethical foundations to use, produce and appraise intelligent machines.
- Computer Graphics and VisualisationCore20 credits
Module details
Massive amounts of data are being generated by modern digital systems and there is a demand for rapid and effective analysis and communication of the relevant data. This module covers topics related to interpreting and displaying data for visualisation alongside techniques to present various types of data in appropriate formats. You will use computer graphic techniques to develop data and information visualisation and be introduced to the theoretical concepts of graphical display, both 2D and 3D
- Contemporary Concepts in Computer ScienceCore20 credits
Module details
A course on current trends in Computer Science. It provides a wide ranging look at current interests and provides a more thorough overview of a highly relevant topic.
- Virtualisation and Cloud ComputingCore20 credits
Module details
This module works with two constantly growing areas of computing; that of Virtualisation and that of Cloud Computing. The module begins by exploring the technology that supports Virtualisation by way of Hypervisors and of Containers. Containers become the temporary focus of the module's syllabus, culminating in the coursework deliverable. The module moves on by exploring a major Cloud Computing platform, experimenting with the various service models available including IaaS, PaaS & FaaS (Infrast
- ProjectCore40 credits
Module details
This module presents you with the opportunity to complete a substantial project in a chosen area relevant to your programme. The scope of what is an appropriate artefact varies between programmes and you will discuss this with your programme teams. This module will enable you to use rigorous development or scientific methods to produce an artefact, resulting in an oral and written report.
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
You'll study computer science with a focus on artificial intelligence throughout this degree. A course like this normally moves from programming fundamentals and computer systems in Year 1, typically in Python and Java, alongside discrete mathematics for computing. Year 2 develops your grasp of algorithms, data structures, databases and software engineering, then introduces artificial intelligence and machine learning concepts. By Year 3, you'll choose specialist options such as artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, data science, software engineering, systems and networks, or human-computer interaction. You'll also study security and networks, covering threat models and cryptography, before undertaking a substantial individual project to design and evaluate your own software application. Throughout, you learn to work in teams and apply your knowledge to real problems.
Who it's for
This course suits you if you're interested in computing, problem-solving, and artificial intelligence applications. Most entrants held A-levels or equivalent qualifications; among recent accepted students, 81% came in via this route. The typical UCAS tariff band for accepted students was 80–95 points. You should be comfortable with logical thinking and programming concepts, and willing to engage with both theoretical foundations and practical implementation across a range of technologies.
Careers & job market
Across Computer Science courses nationally, 85% of graduates are in work or further study within 15 months of graduating, and 75% of those working are in highly skilled roles or undertaking further study. National earnings data shows Computer Science graduates typically earn £25,000–£35,000 at the start of their career, rising to £29,750–£42,000 after five years. These figures reflect the broader graduate population and vary by individual role, employer, and location. The field remains in demand across sectors including technology, finance, healthcare, and public services.
University & format
You'll study full-time over 4 years at Liverpool John Moores University, a public university founded in 1823, based at its City Centre Campus. Taught and assessed in English, the course leads to a BSc (Hons) in Computer Science with Artificial Intelligence, a recognised UK degree-awarding body qualification. The university holds Silver for teaching quality in the Office for Students' TEF 2023 and is.
Student satisfaction
How students on this course answered the National Student Survey, by theme.
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.
- 2027 entryCompleted applications can be submitted
Your application needs a reference before you can send it.
- 2026 entryFinal date for 2026 applications
Applications must reach UCAS by 18:00 UK time.
- 2026 entryLast day to add a Clearing choice
Check that this course still has a vacancy before adding it.
- 2027 entryEqual-consideration deadline
18:00 UK time for most undergraduate courses.
Show 5 later dates
- 2027 entryUCAS Extra opens
Applicants who used all five choices and hold no offer may be able to add another choice.
- 2027 entryLast day applications go directly to providers
Applications received after 18:00 UK time are entered into Clearing.
- 2027 entryClearing opens
Eligible applicants can see vacancies and release themselves into Clearing.
- 2027 entryFinal date for 2027 applications
Applications must reach UCAS by 18:00 UK time.
- 2027 entryLast day to add a Clearing choice
Check that this course still has a vacancy before adding it.
Placement year. Availability, selection and pay can vary.
See and book current events. Dates can fill or change.
Entry & how to get in
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
| Qualification | Share |
|---|---|
| A-levels or equivalent | 81% |
| another higher-education qualification | 9% |
| an Access course | 3% |
| Other | 3% |
| a previous degree | 2% |
| a foundation course | 1% |
| No / unknown prior qualifications | 1% |
Entry & your chances
An honest read from the official entry data, plus your personal match.
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.
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.
- 1Register on UCAS Hub
Create your UCAS application and add this course. One application covers up to five choices.
- 2Write 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.
- 3Submit by 13 January 2027, 18:00 UK time
UCAS equal-consideration deadline for most undergraduate courses. Source: UCAS 2027 dates.
- 4Reply to your offers
When decisions are in, pick a firm (first) choice and an insurance (back-up) choice with slightly lower grades.
- 5Results 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.
Fees & funding
What this course costs and how UK student finance covers it.
Tuition per year
Standard capped home fee at English providers (2026/27); Scotland, Wales & NI differ.
Check fees at LJMU →For students who normally live in England
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.
Scholarships & bursaries you could qualify for
That does not mean no funding exists. Check the university directory for current amounts, eligibility and application dates.
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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
| When | Median | Typical range | Graduates |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months after | £28,000 | £24,500 – £32,000 | 55 |
| 3 years after | £24,500 | £18,500 – £32,500 | 365 |
| 5 years after | £30,500 | £23,000 – £43,000 | 360 |
Nominal earnings for graduates of this course/subject at this provider. Moderate evidence. Published sample: 55; avoid reading small differences as meaningful. Cohort 2022-23.
Graduate outcomes, 15 months on: this course
- 1Graduate / Junior DeveloperFirst engineering role · 0–2 yrs
- 2Software EngineerShipping features end-to-end · 2–5 yrs
- 3Senior / Lead EngineerOwning systems and mentoring · 5–9 yrs
- 4Principal / Engineering ManagerArchitecture or leading teams · 9+ yrs
How pay grows: this course vs Computer Science nationally
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.
were in work or further study
15 months after graduation
Source: Discover Uni, using Graduate Outcomes and continuation data. Cohorts: 2022-23. Moderate evidence. Published sample: 55; avoid reading small differences as meaningful. 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.
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 · 48% of published destinations · ASHE median £55,357
- Science, engineering and technology associate professionalsSOC 2020 31 · 13% of published destinations · ASHE median £34,828
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: 105; response rate: 55%. 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.
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.
Roles graduates go into
Where they work
- Tech companies
- Banks & fintech
- Consultancies
- Government (GDS) & startups
Jobs after this course
Current roles from the StudySmarter job board that suit Computer Science graduates.
Is this course right for you?
The essentials UK applicants ask about: finance, outcomes, entry and quality.
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.
Where graduates go
89% were in work or further study 15 months after graduating, with a median salary of £28,000. See the full breakdown in Careers & earnings above.
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 8.5 out of 10: NSS 82.7% · in work or study 89% · continued 83%.
Who studies here and in this subject?
Provider- and UK subject-level context.
Liverpool John Moores University
Computing across the UK
HESA student record 2024/25. Counts are rounded.
Local crime-data context
A neutral snapshot around the published teaching location.
Around City Centre Campus
5,301 street-level reports returned within roughly one mile across 2026-04 to 2026-06.
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 LJMU from outside the UK involves: fees, English, visa, funding and living costs.
Tuition fees
International tuition is set per course by LJMU; 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 LJMU’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 LJMU and gov.uk before you apply.
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