Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence (Hons) Loughborough University

Overview

The MSci  Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence (Hons) from  Loughborough University  is a computing degree that allows students to specialise in the evolving field of AI, the science of mimicking human intelligence using computers.

Key Facts

• Based in Loughborough's Department of Computer Science, the MSci Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence contains broad coverage of all major computer science topics as well as specialist modules in artificial intelligence, taught by world-leading experts. Our research constantly feeds into our teaching curriculum meaning you will learn cutting edge techniques of this fascinating topic.
• The first two years of the course are identical to those of our Computer Science BSc degree and provide sound foundations for the third year when topics such as robotics, intelligent agents, reasoning in uncertain systems, computer vision, neural networks and deep learning are studied to an advanced level via specialised modules as well as a final year project. Wide-ranging third year options, taught by experts in their respective areas, allow you to study other computing subjects in greater depth and to learn about the latest developments in established and emerging areas in the field.
• What's the difference between MSci and BSc?
• The BSc will provide a thorough grounding in the critical areas of the subject and enable you to develop skills and knowledge sought by employers in diverse industries. The Masters in Science (MSci) degree provide an ideal preparation for research and development work in industry or for a PhD and is designed to create leaders in the subject area by giving in-depth experience of cutting edge research. 

Your future career:

• In addition to the academic content of our degree courses, emphasis is placed on the development of your personal, managerial and presentation skills.
• We continually monitor course content for quality and make improvements based on feedback from students, senior industrialists and accrediting bodies such as the British Computer Society and Tech Partnership Degrees.
• Our graduates regularly go on to enjoy fulfilling careers with major national and international companies as well as SMEs, local government and education and research.
• Students from across our courses have been able to gain employment in a wide range of roles and organisations after graduation. Although the majority go on to work in the information and communication or the financial sector, graduates have been able to apply their skills in a variety of contexts. Recent graduates of this degree have gone on to pursue careers with accedo and Mintec.