BEng in Artificial Intelligence and Software Engineering (GG67)

Artificial Intelligence studies the principles and mechanisms underlying intelligent processes in humans and other living organisms and attempts to apply such knowledge to the design of computer-based systems and to the understanding of natural intelligence. Software Engineering is concerned with the understanding, design, implementation and use of software systems.

What is special about the Edinburgh degree programme

This degree provides a unique blend of skills. A good understanding of how humans perform tasks is a key element in designing intelligent computer systems. Such systems may be used to replace humans doing dangerous jobs, assist in teaching and learning or provide automatic help with difficult tasks. Edinburgh has an international reputation in both AI and Software Engineering and our graduates are well regarded by employers.

For details of course content and structure, see degree programme specification.

Professional Recognition

Graduates fulfil the educational requirement to become Members of the British Computer Society, which is a professional qualification carrying with it both prestige and responsibilities. To achieve the status of Engineering Council Chartered Engineer (CEng) you will have to complete a 'matching section' equivalent to an additional undergraduate year of education, which may be industry based.