King's College London

AI is increasingly reliant on leveraging the widespread availability of (often very large) datasets that encode relationships between data inputs to decision making processes, and the outcome of these processes, so that AI applications can enhance human decision making in a wide variety of everyday tasks (e.g. recommender systems) and specialised tasks (e.g., deciding on legal litigation risks, decisions in business/logistics planning, or decisions based on interpretation of visual data such as diagnostic scans in medicine), as well as AI applications that autonomously make and implement decisions (e.g., robots that need to sense their environment and plan actions).

These applications require expertise in a broad range of Artificial Intelligence dimensions.

By studying Artificial Intelligence at King’s, you will join a vibrant and diverse community of students and staff from all over the world, exploring fundamental scientific questions and responding to key societal challenges. We delve into everything from software systems, AI, and human-centred computing, to sustainability, quantum and cryptography, as well as the societal impact of these technologies.

The BSc in Artificial Intelligence will allow you to understand the underlying principles of these dimensions, including:

• Foundations of AI (e.g., programming, discrete mathematics, algorithm design)
• Data Science and Machine Learning (e.g., natural language processing, human-AI interaction)
• Knowledge Representation, Reasoning, and Interactions (e.g., data visualisation, knowledge engineering, formal verification)
• Optimisation, Planning and Autonomous Agents (e.g., autonomous robot programming, logic, network optimisation)
• Ethics and philosophy of AI (e.g., legal, social, ethical and professional issues in AI and in robotics system development, philosophical work on the impact and on dangers of AI)
• AI Engineering (e.g., internet and web systems, cloud-based services, AI security and privacy)

It will also provide you with the background knowledge and skills required to become a successful AI professional able to work in a range of exciting roles ranging from big data engineer to robotics engineer.

You will not only be taught by world-experts in their field, but study alongside pioneering students who are researching and developing cutting-edge technologies, with many of our students going on to found start-ups.

The first two years of the Artificial Intelligence BSc is designed to provide you with a strong foundation in both AI and computer science, combining theoretical knowledge with practical experience across areas such as machine learning, algorithms, computer systems, databases, software engineering and logic. You will develop advanced programming skills and a deep understanding of the principles behind modern software development, preparing you to work confidently with current and emerging technologies. Practical hardware modules also provide experience of electronics, from circuit boards to programming microprocessors.

From your third year, you can tailor your studies to your interests and career goals through a range of optional modules, including robotics, data science, information security, machine learning, and human-centred computing.

Project-based learning is central to the programme. You will apply your knowledge to real-world challenges throughout your degree, developing the technical, teamwork and problem-solving skills valued by employers. In your third year, you will work as part of a team to develop a substantial software system and can choose to undertake a project with one of our research groups or help solve an industry challenge with a partner organisation. These opportunities provide experience working on projects across sectors including technology, government, law and aviation.

You may also have the opportunity to broaden your experience through our Study Abroad pathway, spending your third year at one of our international partner universities before returning to King's for your final year. This offers the chance to experience a different culture, develop a global perspective and enhance your academic and professional skills. Participation is subject to academic performance and acceptance by a partner institution.

Throughout the programme, you will gain the knowledge, practical experience and confidence needed to pursue careers in artificial intelligence, software development, data science and other rapidly evolving technology sectors.

Beyond your studies, you’ll become part of a vibrant student community. Student societies offer opportunities to take part in hackathons, technical workshops, networking events, and social activities, helping you build friendships and professional connections throughout your time at King’s.