COURSE CURRICULUM

The BSc Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence degree at Aberystwyth University provides students with a comprehensive foundation in computing, programming, software development, and artificial intelligence. In the first year, students develop core skills in computer infrastructure, programming using both procedural and object-oriented languages, web development, information security, and problem-solving, alongside study skills designed to support success in higher education. These foundational modules establish the essential knowledge required for more advanced topics in later years. In the second year, students expand their expertise through modules in algorithm design, software engineering, modeling persistent data, and introductory artificial intelligence, providing both theoretical understanding and practical skills. The curriculum emphasizes computational thinking and prepares students for AI-related problem-solving and software design. In the final year, students undertake a major project, allowing them to apply their knowledge to an independent, research-focused or practical problem, while also studying professional issues in computing, fundamentals of machine learning, and advanced machine learning techniques. This combination ensures students are well-prepared for careers in software development, AI systems design, computational intelligence, and related industries. Throughout the degree, students benefit from a supportive learning environment and hands-on experience, developing analytical, design, and technical skills that are highly sought after by employers in the technology sector.