This degree provides a firm footing in data handling, analysis and communication of findings and modern research-driven machine learning techniques. You will learn through an inventive combination of computer science fundamentals, programming, data analysis, critical reasoning and machine learning. Graduates of this programme are proficient in using data to derive insight using up-to-the-minute methods and algorithms. We place a premium on the responsible use of data and an appreciation of relevant ethical, legal and social issues is embedded throughout.

Everything in today’s world runs on algorithms and data, from making decisions about which medical treatments are likely to succeed to how much someone pays for car insurance.  

The use of data is becoming known as the Industrial Revolution 4.0, and industries are rushing to realise the potential that Data Science and Artificial Intelligence can offer.  We’ve designed this course to provide the mathematical, technical and theoretical knowledge and skills to enable you to work on the cutting edge technology needed for this new data frontier.  This degree is focused on the analysis and methods that can be used to unlock the deeper meaning in data.  Graduates are ideally suited to take up careers in data and financial analysis, business intelligence, data support or closely related positions.

This degree provides an inventive combination of computer science fundamentals, programming, data analysis, critical reasoning and machine learning. The programme produces graduates that are proficient in using data to derive insight using up-to-the-minute methods and algorithms. 

In addition, the programme places a premium on responsible use of data. It champions the professional values needed when using the immense power of modern analytics, and an appreciation of relevant ethical, legal and social issues is embedded throughout. You will also be equipped with the transferable skills needed for any knowledge economy position; teamwork, communication, self-management, independence and discipline.

Why choose Bangor University for this course?        

• This course is strengthened by our close links with the computer industry, including Parc Menai business park, where many tech companies have offices.
• We are an Oracle Academy Institutional Member.
• We have recently installed a large networking laboratory – designed to provide the opportunity to design and administer networks and to support the delivery of computer architecture modules.  

DS+AI allows you to become one of the most important parts of the soon-to-be data driven economy. You’ll learn to both ‘Speak Data’ and ‘Speak Sense’, giving you the power to communicate the hidden messages unlocked from the world’s data. Become an integral part of the new conversation that is helping shape the modern world.

• Large fully equipped computing laboratories and all the latest software.
• We have recently installed an immersive technologies laboratory, where the latest devices are used for project and research work. 

This programme produces graduates that are proficient in using data to derive insight using up-to-the-minute methods and algorithms. This combination will allow you to exploit the new frontier of machine learning and AI, you’ll be ideally placed to take up roles in both industry and academia.

Computer Science underpins all aspect of society, powering not only business but also enriching the lives of millions. All of our courses cover the foundational skills in Computer Science, programming, logic and problem solving.