Data Science and AI with Foundation Year
- BSc (Hons)
- 1 Years
- Full-time including foundation year
- 28/09/2026
- Undergraduate
- Creative Computing Institute, University of the Arts London
Course summary
Data Science and AI is a rapidly expanding, applied discipline that is shaping the world around us and a significantly growing area of employment. Data science is also the foundation of the technology that underpins modern approaches to functional AI based products and services.
The BSc Data Science and AI programme offers a deep engagement with data science and AI competencies, as well as a critical perspective on ethical data and AI practices. This includes statistical theory, mathematics, data structures, computational approaches, machine learning and software engineering.
Delivered by the UAL Creative Computing Institute, you will benefit from an innovative curriculum that approaches data science and AI through a creative lens.
What to expect
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Coding for data science: you will learn practical coding skills in core modern programming languages for data science industries and applications.
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Project-based learning: you will complete a range of computing projects where you will apply skills and knowledge to real world problems.
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Ethical data practices: you will learn how data practices have the potential to impact individuals and society.
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Collaboration and creativity: you will learn how to collaborate with your peers to creatively solve problems together. This ability is a core attribute valued by graduate employers.
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The CCI community: you will join a significant community of students, academics and researchers who are passionate about the future of data and computing. You will have access to our integrated online community.
Industry experience and opportunities
You will learn using industry standard tools and frameworks ensuring you are ready to progress to a wide range of roles across the technology sector. You will benefit from industry talks and will meet industry representatives throughout your studies.
Furthermore, you have the opportunity to undertake the optional year in industry details of which will be provided in the second year of study. Please note that this course includes the Foundation Year. If you are interested in the course without the Foundation Year, search for Data Science and AI at UAL and you will find this option.
Ways to study this course
Campuses
- Creative Computing Institute, University of the Arts London
Study options
- BSc (Hons) • Full-time including foundation year • 1 Years
Start dates
- 28/09/2026
Apply by
14 January
This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.
Application codes
- Course code:
- I21F
- Institution code:
- U65
- Campus name:
- Creative Computing Institute, University of the Arts London
- Campus Code:
- I
- Points of Entry:
- Foundation
Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF)
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How to apply
Apply by
14 January
Application codes
- Course code:
- I21F
- Institution code:
- U65
- Campus name:
- Creative Computing Institute, University of the Arts London
- Campus Code:
- I
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Foundation
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Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff
A level
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Access to HE Diploma
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| England | £9535* | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9535* | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9535* | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9535* | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9535* | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £9535* | Year 1 |
| EU | £29990* | Year 1 |
| International | £29990* | Year 1 |
* This is a provisional fee and subject to change.
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.
Additional fee information
PLEASE NOTE the above fees are for entry in 2025. Tuition fees for the 2026/27 academic year have yet to be determined and may increase for new and continuing students. More information about tuition fees for entry in 2026/27 will be published in due course, with further information about tuition fees at UAL available on our website: https://www.arts.ac.uk/study-at-ual/fees-and-funding/tuition-fees/undergraduate-tuition-fees
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