Artificial Intelligence (Hons) Anglia Ruskin University

Overview

The Artificial Intelligence (Hons) at Anglia Ruskin University provides students with the technical expertise required to excel in the rapidly evolving field of machine learning and data science. Located in Cambridge, the programme offers a unique opportunity to study within Europe’s largest technology cluster, often referred to as "Silicon Fen". Students engage with cutting-edge research and practical applications to solve complex real-world problems.

Why Artificial Intelligence (Hons) at Anglia Ruskin University?

• Study in the heart of Cambridge’s Silicon Fen, home to global tech giants like Microsoft, Apple, and Samsung AI.
• Benefit from a curriculum accredited by the IET and BCS, meeting the academic requirements for Chartered IT Professional status.
• Gain hands-on experience in a dedicated £45m Science Centre featuring specialist AI labs and high-specification computing facilities.
• Work on "Live Briefs" designed by industry partners such as Mathworks and Citisoft to tackle genuine commercial challenges.
• Access premium digital resources from the Intel AI Academy, Amazon AWS Educate, and Pluralsight.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: GBP 18400 per year
• National fee: GBP 9790 per year

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Syllabus

Modules may include:

Year 1

• Programming
• Computer Systems
• Computer Modelling and Simulation
• Artificial Intelligence
• Mathematical Techniques for Artificial Intelligence

Year 2

• Database Design and Implementation
• Software Engineering
• Analytical Techniques for Artificial Intelligence
• Machine Learning
• Artificial Neural Networks
• Algorithm Analysis and Data Structures

Year 3

• AI Techniques
• Professional Issues: Computing and Society
• Deep Learning
• Cloud Computing
• Image Processing
• Embedded Computing

Careers with Artificial Intelligence (Hons)

Graduates are well-equipped for high-demand roles such as machine learning engineers, data scientists, and robotics specialists. The technical foundation provided by the degree also supports careers in software engineering, web development, and digital security across various sectors including finance, healthcare, and media.

The university's strong industry links have seen graduates secure positions at prestigious organisations such as Lexis Nexis Risk Solutions, Accenture, and the Civil Service. Students also have the option to enhance their employability by undertaking a professional placement year with regional technology firms in the Cambridge area.