G701 - BSc (Hons) Artificial Intelligence
with a Year in Industry, 2010-11

Artificial Intelligence is a subject that has fired the imaginations of many. It is one of the most important and exciting sub-fields of Computer Science. This specialist programme covers the fundamentals of Computer Science and Computer Information Systems so as to maximise your future employment opportunities. It also offers the chance to carry out cutting edge research in this high profile area.

This programme combines the academic content of G700 - BSc Artificial Intelligence, with a year in industry.

For the full documentation see the programme specification.

First Year Modules

Second Year Modules

One second semester module from: Plus two modules from the following list (or COMP104) provided pre-requisites are satisified.

Third Year (Industry Placement)
Students spend year three of this programme on a placement in an Industrial/Commercial environment relevant to the Software/IT emphasis of the programme. Students will be assisted in finding a suitable place by CLL, but no placement can be guaranteed, and any placement will be subject to the approval of the Director of Studies.
This Computer Science Department web page has information about careers information and events that may be of interest to those taking the programme.

Honours Year Modules

Plus three modules from the following list:

Entrance Requirements (summarised here)
The typical offer for entrance to this degree programme is three subjects at GCE A level with grades AAB or better, and an AS level in Mathematics at Grade B or better. We give a one grade bonus (ABB) when one or more mathematical subjects (Mathematics, Further Mathematics, Pure Mathematics, Computing/Computer Science, and Physics) are included in these three subjects. All students are also expected to have GCSE English Language at grade C or better. General Studies is taken into consideration. Key Skills qualifications and other evidence of aptitude are taken into account but are not usually included in the offer.

Applications are also welcomed from applicants with the following qualifications:

  • Scottish Advanced Highers
  • Irish Leaving Certificate
  • BTEC National Diploma/Certificate
  • 14-19 Advanced Diplomas
  • Welsh Baccalaureate Diploma
  • Access

We accept a wide range of international qualifications and offers are made on an individual basis. We also welcome applications from mature applicants.

Changing Programmes
At registration you can change your programme to another one for which you satisfy the entry requirements. In addition, it will usually be possible to change to a different programme even as late as the end of the second year.

Disclaimer
Our degree programmes are subject to regular revision. Consequently, the collection of modules which are required or optional for a degree programme as well as the contents of modules are subject to change.

FAQ
How is a Placement Chosen?
Companies send projects to the Centre for Lifelong learning, and the Department of Computer Science chooses those that are suitable for the programme. From these projects, students select a number that they find interesting and apply for them.

Note that companies generally make projects available to many universities, so students from all over the nation may be competing for placements. Useful skills, such as preparing a CV and interview technique, will be taught to help students be as successful as they possibly can.

Where will the Placement be?
Projects are offered from all over the UK; some are offered by overseas companies, so it is also possible to spend the placement year abroad.

Will the Placement be Salaried?
Yes. The amount of the salary varies from project to project.

How is the Student Supervised?
The student will be supervised by a mentor from the place of work and an academic supervisor from the Department of Computer Science. The academic supervisor will visit the student on two occasions during the year, and be available throughout the year for help and advice.

How is the Placement Year Assessed?
The success of the placement year will be assessed throughout the year through two reports and an oral presentation, as well as an evaluation of performance over the whole year.

What Happens if the Student Fails?
There will be no resit opportunity for the placement year. If a student fails the year, they have to transfer to the programme G700 - BSc Artificial Intelligence.

Are Fees Payable during the Placement Year?
Reduced fees will be payable for the placement year. The current rate can be seen at:
http://www.liv.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/finance/fees.htm

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