Course overview
Imagine having the expertise to make technology smarter, or to shape how we live, work and connect with AI. On our online BSc (Hons) AI course, you’ll learn more than just coding – you’ll dive into the future of global technological innovation.
Progress online at a pace that fits your lifestyle while equipping yourself with highly sought-after skills that include machine learning, functional programming and natural language processing. Develop the tools to effect real-world change and soon you could help create breakthroughs in industries across the world.
On this course, you’ll have 24/7 access to a digital learning platform loaded with everything you need to put what you learn into practice. Live in a future where you make the impossible, possible.
Job outcomes
- AI Product Manager
- Machine Learning Engineer
- Robotics Engineer
What you'll learn
The skills and knowledge you acquire throughout your course in artificial intelligence will enable you to contribute to the development and implementation of AI solutions in organisations across multiple industries.
As you embark on your career in artificial intelligence, you’ll find yourself at the forefront of technological advancements, pushing boundaries, and making a meaningful impact. Prepare to be part of a dynamic and ever-evolving field where innovation and creativity are highly valued.
Study method
- Online
- Blended
- In-class
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Entry requirements
Every application is different. If you’re not sure whether you meet the entry requirements, or you have any questions, contact LIBF’s Study Advisors for advice.
Typical offer
- A-Levels: Two subjects at A-Level or equivalent.
- GCSE Maths, Grade C or Grade 4 or above.
- GCSE English, Grade C or Grade 4 or above.
Contextual offers
LIBF strives to support students to succeed, whatever their background and encourages you to apply to study with them even if you don’t meet the academic requirements.
They view all applications holistically – and will consider your personal statement, background, work and other experience when assessing your ability to succeed in your chosen degree programme.
Mature students
If you’re a mature student and you don’t meet LIBF’s entry criteria, you may be eligible to enrol through their mature student process. You may be required to submit a CV and a short supporting statement of 500 to 600 words. This should set out why you want to study this programme and how it will support your career plans.
Other qualifications
LIBF also considers a variety of qualifications including A levels with EPQ, International Baccalaureate, BTECs, T-levels, Cambridge Pre-U subjects, Irish Leaving Certificate, Scottish Highers, Welsh Baccalaureate and other international qualifications.
English language requirements
- IELTS: Level 6 or above
- TOEFL: minimum 80 points
- Trinity College ISE: ISE III at the minimum pass. Please note that Trinity College ISE academic results are only valid for two years
- Duolingo English test: minimum 95 points. Take Duolingo’s online English test. It takes just 45 to 60 minutes, and you’ll receive your results within two days. You can then send your certificate to LIBF
- Cambridge Certificate: minimum B grade overall.
Course features
- Totally flexible learning: Fit learning around your life but study in a structured way, using a flexible online approach with full support from your lecturers and tutors. Learn part-time or full-time – at your own pace, fully online, anywhere.
- Over 140 years of expertise: Upgrade your expertise with the skills of the future. To help you succeed and progress your career, LIBF is combining their long history of education in finance, business and banking with the up-to-the-minute online learning platform.
- Innovative personalised learning: Learn on your own terms. Gain the skills you need to reach your full potential and achieve your ambitions. You’ll have support, as well as access to advanced digital learning tools and practical real-life expertise.
- Rewarding your ambition: Online learning is an affordable, tailored option that fits your lifestyle. The fees for LIBF‘s online degrees are spread over the length of your chosen programme, making it easier for you to manage your finances.
Online degrees
Online learning – also known as distance or virtual learning – allows students to complete their degree online while providing the flexibility that’s often needed in today’s busy world. LIBF teaches courses using interactive learning tools and multimedia study materials alongside live sessions with lecturers and ongoing assistance from academic supervisors. You’ll have full flexibility to study whenever and wherever you want, without losing the personal connection to your tutors and classmates.
The three Fs that set LIBF apart
Freedom: Online degrees at LIBF give you the freedom to study on a schedule that suits your individual needs. LIBF also offer part-time options at both undergraduate and postgraduate degree levels.
Flexibility: LIBF offers payment options that give you the flexibility you need to stay in control of your finances – with the option to pay in monthly instalments or annually, with fee reduction incentives.
Funding: LIBF offers a range of scholarships and bursaries, supporting both home and international students. After all, funding should never stop someone from getting an education.
Subjects
With our online BSc (Hons) AI programme, you’re preparing to lead in a digital future.
You’ll explore programming with Python, a widely used language in the AI field, along with cybersecurity and data protection – pivotal subjects in today’s data-driven world. Your studies will progress to encompass specialised aspects of AI – including supervised and unsupervised machine learning, and natural language processing.
This programme includes the following modules:
- Introduction to artificial intelligence
- Introduction to programming with Python
- Mathematics: analysis
- Statistics: probability and descriptive statistics
- Collaborative work
- Fundamentals of data protection and cyber security
- Mathematics: linear algebra
- Statistics – inferential statistics
- Introduction to academic work for IT and tech
- Object-oriented and functional programming in Python
- Machine learning – supervised learning
- Machine learning – unsupervised learning and feature engineering
- Introduction to NLP
- Project: AI excellence with creative prompting techniques
- Elective A
- Neural nets and deep learning
- Seminar: ethical considerations in data science
- Elective B
- Elective C
- Undergraduate (bachelor) thesis
About LIBF
We are LIBF – a professional body that has been providing industry-leading education for more than 140 years.
Throughout our history, we’ve been helping people build successful careers in business, finance and technology – working to make the industry accessible to all.
Our focus is on life-long learning. We equip our students with real-world skills and globally recognised qualifications that allow them to achieve their career ambitions. This emphasis on practical skills means our students can quickly apply the knowledge gained in our courses in their working lives.
The LIBF faculty itself is comprised of business, banking, finance and technology experts with extensive experience in the industry. We embrace innovation in education and our courses are flexible and delivered through a variety of media, to provide a rich learning experience.