Skip navigation

Robotics and Artificial Intelligence with Foundation Year

  • BSc (Hons)
  • 4 Years
  • Full-time including foundation year
  • 14/09/2026
  • Undergraduate
The University of Hull
More about University of Hull

Course options

2025-20262026-2027
Apply

Course summary

Combine the fundamentals of computer science with the future thinking of robotics and AI.

Discover how robotics work and are programmed by using industry-standard facilities on campus such as our robotics lab complete with DJI Drones, Turtlebot3 mobile robots and humanoids like Baxter, Nao and Pepper.

Plus, develop advanced skills in Python, the language of AI, and study the ever-increasing impact of AI and robotics on society.

The foundation year equips you with essential scientific knowledge and study skills you need. Upon successful completion, you can transfer seamlessly into our degree programmes.

Why study at Hull?

• Industry-leading facilities: Learn and hone your craft in our specialist robotics lab, used for robot development and programming activities, and in the Hull Immersive Visualisation Environment (HIVE) with VR theatre, gigapixel wall facilities and wearable devices.
• Real world experience: Build your network and your experience with a year in industry
• Learn beyond the lectures: You’ll be exposed to a range of extra-curricular opportunities as well as international events to help you practice and hone your skills in real-life situations.

Where could this take me?

Whether you specialise in robotics, AI or a blend of the two, the experience and technical expertise you’ll gain will put you in high demand as you forge your career in this fast-paced and evolving industry.

You could follow many of our graduates into the world of corporate business in roles including robotics software developer, simulation engineer, in autonomous automobiles or as an embedded software engineer. Or follow your vision with a tech start-up to become an architect of future technologies.

Modules

Core modules include:

Fundamentals of Robotics
Computational Thinking
Programming Portfolio
Artificial Intelligence for Computer Science
Microcontrollers, Sensors and Communications
Embedded Systems Development

Optional modules include:

Communicating and Teaching Computing
Digital Disruption and Innovation
Machine Learning
Natural Language Processing

All modules are subject to availability and this list may change.

Ways to study this course

Campuses

  • The University of Hull

Study options

  • BSc (Hons) • Full-time including foundation year • 4 Years

Start dates

  • 14/09/2026

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:
HI41
Institution code:
H72
Campus name:
The University of Hull
Campus Code:
-
Points of Entry:
Foundation

University of Hull has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.

See why these ratings were awarded
What does this TEF outcome mean?

How to apply

Apply by
14 January

This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application codes

Course code:
HI41
Institution code:
H72
Campus name:
The University of Hull
Campus Code:
-

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Foundation

Entry requirements

UCAS Tariff

80 points

Access to HE Diploma

Pass Access to HE Diploma overall with a minimum 80 UCAS tariff points

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme

24 points

The foundation year is designed for applicants whose qualifications and experience do not allow direct entry to the undergraduate degree. We expect applicants to demonstrate an experience of a related subject and an aptitude for academic work which may be determined by an essay and/or interview alongside the application.

For applicants with Level 3 qualifications, we will usually require a minimum of 80 points.

English language requirements

TestGradeAdditional details
IELTS (Academic)6This course requires IELTS 6.0 overall, with at least 5.5 in each skill. For other English language proficiency qualifications accepted by the University please visit www.hull.ac.uk
Institution's Own Test60% overall (with minimum 55% in each skill)

Please click below for a list of the English language qualifications we accept. https://www.hull.ac.uk/Choose-Hull/Study-at-Hull/Admissions/English-language-requirements.aspx

Historical entry grades data BETA

This section shows the range of grades students (with UK A-Levels or Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diplomas) who received offers were previously accepted with (learn more). It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place. Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.

Not enough data available

We are unable to show previous accepted grades for this course. This could be because the course is new, it's a postgraduate course, there isn't enough historical data, or the provider has opted out of sharing their entry grades data for this course - learn more.

Fees and funding

Tuition fees

LocationFeeYear
Republic of Ireland£9535Year 1
England£9535Year 1
Northern Ireland£9535Year 1
Scotland£9535Year 1
Wales£9535Year 1
Channel Islands£9535Year 1
International£17500Year 1

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

No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.

Related courses

At University of Hull

Like this page