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Description
Our MEng in Computer Science with Artificial Intelligence includes the core learning of the BSc Computer Science and MEng Computer Science programmes to give you a thorough grounding in the field. You then have the opportunity to specialise and gain a greater understanding of the practical industrial applications of artificial intelligence.
You will also have the chance to undertake individual research projects.
Major employers worldwide are keen to employ our graduates in system development, information technology and communications in the IT sector, and in the finance, service, communications and entertainment industries.
We have strong relationships with employers, and our graduates are particularly in demand for their understanding of organisations and their practical abilities in the workplace.
Detailed Course Facts
Application deadline Jan 15 Tuition fee- EUR 11170 Year (EEA)
- EUR 15420 Year (Non-EEA)
UK/EU £9,000; International £12,420
Start date October 2015 Duration full-time 48 months Languages Take an IELTS test- English
Course Content
Students undertake four years of study. Each year there are compulsory Computer Science modules. However, the degree has been designed to maximise student choice by allowing you to tailor the degree structure to suit your own interests.
Year 1
Semester 1
Compulsory Modules- COMP1202 Programming I
- COMP1203 Computer Systems I
- COMP1204 Data Management
- COMP1215 Foundations of Comp Sci
Semester 2
Compulsory Modules- COMP1201 Algorithmics
- COMP1205 Professional Development
- COMP1206 Programming 2
- COMP1216 Software Modelling & Design
Full Academic Year
Compulsory Modules- ELEC1028 TT Personal Tutorial
Year 2
Semester 1
Compulsory Modules- COMP2002 Computational Systems
- COMP2006 Human-Computer Interaction
- COMP2007 Software Analysis & Design
- COMP2009 Operating Systems
- COMP2011 Theory of Computing
- INFO2009 Professional & Legal Issues
Semester 2
Compulsory Modules- COMP2004 Database Systems
- COMP2005 Distributed Computing
- COMP2008 Communications & Networks
- COMP2010 Compiler Engineering
- COMP2012 Software Engineering Grp Proj
- COMP2039 Artificial Intelligence
Year 3
Semester 1
Compulsory Modules- MANG3055 Management 1 (ECS)
- COMP3001 Scripting Languages
- COMP3004 Principles of Computer Graphics
- COMP3013 Interactive Multimedia Systems
- COMP3016 Hypertext and Web Technologies
- COMP3018 E-Business Techniques
- COMP3032 Intelligent Algorithms
- COMP3033 Computational Biology
- INFO3005 Security & Information Technology
- LAWS3001 Industrial Law for Engineers 1
- MATH3027 Operational Research
Semester 2
Optional Modules- COMP3005 Computer Vision
- COMP3006 Real-Time Computing and Embedded Systems
- COMP3008 Machine Learning
- COMP3009 Software Quality Assurance and Project Management
- COMP3010 Advanced Computer Networks
- COMP3011 Critical Systems
- COMP3017 Advanced Databases
- COMP3019 Large Scale Distributed Systems
- ELEC3020 Advanced Computer Architecture
- ENTR3004 New Venture Planning
- INFO3004 eLearning and Learning Technology
- LAWS3002 Industrial Law for Engineers 2
- MANG3023 Management 2
Full Academic Year
Compulsory Modules- COMP3020 Individual Project A & B
- CHIN9001 Chinese Language Stage 1 for Engineers
- CHIN9011 Chinese for Engineers Stage 2
- FREN9044 French for Engineers
- FREN9047 French Language Stage 3 for Engineers
- FREN9048 French Language Stage 4 for Engineers
- GERM9034 German for Engineers
- GERM9035 German Language for Engineers Stage 6
- GERM9036 German Language for Engineers Stage 3
- GERM9039 German Language for Engineers Stage 4
- GERM9046 German Language Stage 5 for Engineers
- ITAL9030 Italian for Engineers Stage 4
- SPAN9044 Spanish for Engineers
- SPAN9045 Spanish for Engineers Stage 4
- SPAN9046 Spanish for Engineers Stage 3
Other
Optional Modules- FREN9054 French Language Stage 5 for Engineers
Year 4
Semester 1
Compulsory Modules- ELEC6050 Group Project A
- COMP6003 Enterprise Web Development
- COMP6017 Advanced Topics on Web Services
- COMP6026 Evolution of Complexity
- COMP6034 Types & Programming Languages
- COMP6059 Advanced Web Development
- ELEC6076 Wireless Networks
- INFO6002 Assistive Technologies and Universal Design
- INFO6003 Applications of Security in Information Technology
- LAWS6060 Internet Law: E-Commerce
- MATH6111 Numerical Methods
- MATH6115 Statistics for Engineering Systems
Semester 2
Compulsory Modules- COMP6009 Individual Research Project B
- COMP6004 Formal Design of Systems
- COMP6006 Intelligent Agents
- COMP6028 Semantic Web Technologies
- COMP6035 From Aspect-Oriented Programming to Program Generation
- COMP6036 Advanced Machine Learning
- COMP6051 Social Networking Technologies
- ELEC6024 Advanced Computer Vision
- ELEC6032 Cryptography
- ELEC6087 Biologically-Inspired Robotics (A)
- INFO6004 E-Business Strategy
- INFO6005 Rich Internet Applications
- LAWS6059 Internet Law: Privacy, Crime and Security
English Language Requirements
IELTS band : 6.5 TOEFL paper-based test score : 580
To study at this university, you have to speak English. We advice you to
take an IELTS test. More About IELTSRequirements
GCSEs:
GCSE Mathematics and English at grade C or above
A Levels:
AAA including Mathematics (General Studies and Critical Thinking are not accepted as one of the three A levels)
English Language Requirements:
If English is not your first language, you will be required to pass an approved English test. We normally ask for a score of IELTS 6.5 or TOEFL 580.
Alternative Qualifications:
We welcome applications from candidates offering qualifications other than A and AS levels (including BTEC Higher National Diploma, European Baccalaureate, International Baccalaureate, Irish Leaving Certificate and Scottish Highers). You will be expected to attain an equivalent standard (or higher) to an A level applicant.
International Qualifications:
We welcome applications from international students.
Mature Applicants:
We welcome applications from mature students. If you will be over 21 at the start of your proposed degree programme, you are may be eligible for exemption from our normal entry requirements. However, you will be required to provide evidence of having completed recent study (eg Access, Return to Study, Open University foundation courses) and of your capacity to pursue the course.
Selection Process:
We select students on the basis of a UCAS application. UCAS code:G4GR Course title: MEng Computer Science with Artificial Intelligence Course duration: 4 years
Work Experience
No work experience is required.
Related Scholarships*
- Academic Excellence Scholarship
"The Academic Excellence Scholarship can provide up to a 50 % reduction in tuition per semester. These scholarships will be renewed if the student maintains superior academic performance during each semester of their 3-year Bachelor programme. The scholarship will be directly applied to the student’s tuition fees."
- Access Bursary
Bursary for UK students all subjects where the variable tuition fee rate is payable.
- Alumni Bursary
Alumni Bursary for UK Undergraduate students
* The scholarships shown on this page are suggestions first and foremost. They could be offered by other organisations than University of Southampton.
Accreditation
Our MEng Computer Science with Artificial Intelligence is accredited by the British Computer Society.
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