Artificial Intelligence

How can you develop an autonomous car? How does a computer recognize speech or emotions? How can software and devices be aligned to the way humans think?

In the international Bachelor's degree programme in Artificial Intelligence you will study intelligence and develop 'intelligent' and user-friendly products.

This international degree programme focuses on human thinking, artificial thinking (computers, robots) and behaviour in social systems (e.g. group behaviour). You will study the underlying processes in order to predict or simulate behaviour.

Interdisciplinary curriculum
Artificial Intelligence draws on knowledge from various disciplines, such as cognitive psychology, linguistics, data science, computing science, logic and philosophy. You will develop skills in these areas in the first year, after which you deepen your knowledge in the subdiscipline you prefer, such as machine learning, robotics or cognitive science.

Translating knowledge into practical applications
There are many applications in which intelligence and usable technology are indispensable, in ticket machines for example. This degree programme therefore has a strong practical orientation.

Please note: AI has a fixed quota (numerus fixus), for which a selection procedure takes place. You can find more information on the fixed quota programmes, the admission procedure and the selection procedure on the AI fixed quota/numerus fixus page.

Facts & Figures

Degree: BSc in Artificial Intelligence
Course type: Bachelor
Duration: 36 months (180 ECTS)
Croho code: 56981
Language of instruction: English
Start: September
Faculty: Science and Engineering

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Why study this programme in Groningen?

Artificial Intelligence in Groningen has been designated as the best Artificial Intelligence education in the Netherlands, reviewed by Elsevier and the Keuzegids (Dutch Higher Education Guide).

We have a unique position when it comes to research on cognitive modeling, logic, and handwriting recognition.

Artificial Intelligence in Groningen is an international bachelor. When you have graduated, jobs will be available to you all over the world!

Our faculty is the home of Nobel Prize Winner in Chemistry, Ben Feringa, and Nobel Prize winner in Physics, Frits Zernike.

Programme

CoursesCourse Catalog >
Algorithms and Data Structures in C
Artificial Intelligence I
Autonomous Systems
Basic Scientific Skills
Calculus
Cognitive Psychology, Logic
General Linguistics
Imperative Programming
Introduction to Artificial Intelligence
Introduction to Logic
Introduction to the Brain
Linear Algebra and Multivariable Calculus

CoursesCourse Catalog >
Advanced Logic
Architectures of Intelligence
Knowledge and Agent Technology
Language and Speech Technology
Neural Networks
Object-Oriented Programming
Philosophy of Cognitive Science
Practicals in e.g. Autonomous Systems, Knowledge Technology
Practicals in e.g. Language and Speech Technology
Signals and Systems
Statistics

CoursesCourse Catalog >
Artificial Intelligence II
Bachelor Project (10 EC)
Minor Electives (15 EC)
Neurophysics

Curriculum

Credits per year: 60 ECTS; most courses are 5 ECTS.

Study abroad

Study abroad is unaccommodated
Maximum of 30 EC

Entry requirements

Admissible Dutch diploma profiles

Natuur & Techniek
Natuur & Gezondheid
Economie & Maatschappij
Cultuur & Maatschappij

wiskunde A of wiskunde B

Admission requirements

Specific requirements	More information
language test	Een voldoende voor je vwo-Engels is aan te bevelen omdat de opleiding Engelstalig is.
other admission requirements	BEFORE YOU APPLY! Make sure to visit 'BSc Application Procedure' at: http://www.rug.nl/fwn/fmns-programme/admissions/bsc/ for all the necessary information about the procedure and admission requirements.

Numerus Fixus

This programme has a numerus fixus with a maximum of 150 attendees a year.

The Bachelor's programme in Artificial Intelligence at the University of Groningen has a Numerus Fixus (fixed quota). This means that, in addition to an admission procedure, prospective students will have to successfully complete a selection procedure before they can be admitted. Candidates are selected based on their suitability and motivation for our programme: the 150 highest ranked candidates will be admitted. Prospective students must apply before January 15th, 2020.

The admission procedure for prospective students with a Dutch diploma is significantly different from that of candidates with a non-Dutch diploma. You can find information on the Dutch procedure on https://www.rug.nl/education/bachelor/nederlandse-studenten/. Information on the international procedure can be found on https://www.rug.nl/education/bachelor/international-students/admission-and-application/. More information on non-regular Dutch diplomas, such as HBO-P and Colloquium Doctum, can be found on https://www.rug.nl/fse/beta-studie/praktisch/toelating-inschrijving/. The Numerus Fixus procedure is separate from the admission through Studielink, and takes place after January 15th. This Fixus procedure consists of 2 parts: the results of an online selection test (around February 29th) and sending a portfolio (before March 1st). The portfolio should consist of a copy of your grades list and qualifications, a (conditional) admission letter, a résumé, and a motivation letter. Candidates will receive the result of the procedure on the 15th of April.

You can find more information on the Numerus Fixus (fixed quota) programmes, the admission procedure and the selection procedure on the AI Numerus Fixus page. Should you have any questions concerning the Numerus Fixus procedure, please check the general University of Groningen website on fixed quota programmes (https://www.rug.nl/education/bachelor/international-students/admission-and-application/selection-and-placement). If you have any Numerus Fixus questions not covered by the webpages, please email numerusfixusai rug.nl. For questions about the admission procedure for non-Dutch qualifications, contact the Admissions Office via https://www.rug.nl/education/master/international-students/admission-and-application/application-admission-procedure/support/contact-admissions-office. For questions about non-regular Dutch qualifications, like HBO-P or Colloquium Doctum, please contact the Admissions Board of the FSE bachelor's programmes at admissions.board.bsc.fse rug.nl. Do note that none of the parties will correspond about the contents of the online selection test.

More information: https://www.rug.nl/fse/beta-studie/praktisch/artificial-intelligence-numerus-fixus

Application deadlines

Type of student	Deadline	Start course
Dutch students	15 January 2022	01 September 2022
EU/EEA students	15 January 2022	01 September 2022
non-EU/EEA students	15 January 2022	01 September 2022

AI has a fixed quota (numerus fixus), for which a selection procedure takes place.

Admission requirements

Specific requirements	More information
additional subject	Mathematics. This is merely an indication of required background knowledge. The admissions board determines whether the specific contents of this/these course(s) meet the admission requirements of the bachelor programme for which you applied.
language test	Proficiency in English is an admission requirement for all English-taught degree programmes. Please find our English language requirements (IELTS, TOEFL, Cambridge and more) on this page: https://www.rug.nl/fse/programme/admissions/bsc/language
previous education	Secondary education equivalent to Dutch pre-university education is required. This is merely an indication of the required general level of applicants' previous education. FOR MORE INFORMATION please visit the 'BSc Application Procedure' pages at: http://www.rug.nl/education/international-students/application-procedure/entry-requirements/bachelor-degree-programme

Language requirements

Exam	Minimum score
IELTS overall band	6.5
TOEFL internet based	90

Numerus Fixus

This programme has a numerus fixus with a maximum of 150 attendees a year.

The Bachelor's programme in Artificial Intelligence at the University of Groningen has a Numerus Fixus (fixed quota). This means that, in addition to an admission procedure, prospective students will have to successfully complete a selection procedure before they can be admitted. Candidates are selected based on their suitability and motivation for our programme: the 150 highest ranked candidates will be admitted. Prospective students must apply before January 15th, 2020.

The admission procedure for prospective students with a Dutch diploma is significantly different from that of candidates with a non-Dutch diploma. You can find information on the Dutch procedure on https://www.rug.nl/education/bachelor/nederlandse-studenten/. Information on the international procedure can be found on https://www.rug.nl/education/bachelor/international-students/admission-and-application/. More information on non-regular Dutch diplomas, such as HBO-P and Colloquium Doctum, can be found on https://www.rug.nl/fse/beta-studie/praktisch/toelating-inschrijving/. The Numerus Fixus procedure is separate from the admission through Studielink, and takes place after January 15th. This Fixus procedure consists of 2 parts: the results of an online selection test (around February 29th) and sending a portfolio (before March 1st). The portfolio should consist of a copy of your grades list and qualifications, a (conditional) admission letter, a résumé, and a motivation letter. Candidates will receive the result of the procedure on the 15th of April.

You can find more information on the Numerus Fixus (fixed quota) programmes, the admission procedure and the selection procedure on the AI Numerus Fixus page. Should you have any questions concerning the Numerus Fixus procedure, please check the general University of Groningen website on fixed quota programmes (https://www.rug.nl/education/bachelor/international-students/admission-and-application/selection-and-placement). If you have any Numerus Fixus questions not covered by the webpages, please email numerusfixusai rug.nl. For questions about the admission procedure for non-Dutch qualifications, contact the Admissions Office via https://www.rug.nl/education/master/international-students/admission-and-application/application-admission-procedure/support/contact-admissions-office. For questions about non-regular Dutch qualifications, like HBO-P or Colloquium Doctum, please contact the Admissions Board of the FSE bachelor's programmes at admissions.board.bsc.fse rug.nl. Do note that none of the parties will correspond about the contents of the online selection test.

More information: https://www.rug.nl/fse/beta-studie/praktisch/artificial-intelligence-numerus-fixus

Application deadlines

Type of student	Deadline	Start course
Dutch students	15 January 2022	01 September 2022
EU/EEA students	15 January 2022	01 September 2022
non-EU/EEA students	15 January 2022	01 September 2022

AI has a fixed quota (numerus fixus), for which a selection procedure takes place.

Tuition fees

Nationality	Year	Fee	Programme form
EU/EEA	2021-2022	€ 1084	full-time
non-EU/EEA	2021-2022	€ 13716	full-time

The Dutch government is halving tuition fees for first-year students in higher education.

Tuition fees halved

Practical information for:

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After your studies

Job prospects

A degree in Artificial Intelligence equips you for a wide range of fields, precisely because your knowledge is so broad and you can approach matters from various perspectives. You can also communicate well with other specialists in the discipline. That makes you highly employable for companies and organizations. You will have broad knowledge and a logical reasoning ability… therefore excellent career prospects!

Finding work when you graduate

Many graduates find suitable jobs in the business sector in the Netherlands or abroad. Other graduates choose another path, such as setting up their own business. Once they have their Bachelor's degree, most students choose a related Master's programme in Artificial Intelligence or Human-Machine Communication. When you choose Artificial Intelligence you can work at institutions who work with large data files, like hospitals or banks. You can also find a job at research and development departments of multinationals and build autonomous systems. When you go for Human-Machine Communication, you can become a cognitive ergonomist and develop software and devices.

User-friendly software or devices

With your Master's degree you are employable in companies that produce software or devices. Among other things, your work will involve making these as user-friendly as possible. Examples of companies our graduates currently work at are: Accenture, Ethical Hacker, TNO, Deloitte, Educational game researcher, Nederlands Forensisch Instituut, ORTEC, KPN Consulting, Achmea, en Almende.

Job examples

Business consultant
Data analyst
Machine learning engineer
Software developer
Robotics engineer
Data scientist
IT consultant
User interface expert
Researcher
Scientific programmer
IT-freelancer in a start-up
AI specialist

Research

Our Bachelor's degree programme in Artificial Intelligence is connected to the Bernoulli Institute.

The mission of the Bernoulli Institute is to perform outstanding academic research and teaching in Mathematics, Computer Science, and Artificial Intelligence, and to maintain international leadership herein; to foster these disciplines as a living body of knowledge, and to make it relevant to society in its broadest sense.

The symbiosis between pure and applied science, and between mono- and multidisciplinary research and teaching, is a distinguishing characteristic of our institute. As an important part of this mission we aim to transfer our results to other areas of science and technology, and initiate and expand inter- and multi-disciplinary research collaborations.

The following research groups within the Bernouili institute focus on Artificial Intelligence:

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How humans learn new tasks

– Trudy Buwalda

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After doing her master's project in the USA, Trudy wanted to continue to work on the edge of knowledge. She ended up back in Groningen for a PhD project about the transfer of cognitive skills. She builds computer models which show how humans learn new tasks and tests them by comparing them to, for example, test scores or brain activity. Using her models we can learn more about how your brain uses what you already know to learn something new.

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Programming has made me think more analytically

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The main reason I chose AI is that it is very broad and covers a multitude of subjects in different fields. It's perfect since I am widely interested and I didn't want to commit to one specific field.

The subjects I enjoyed most are logic, cognitive psychology and linguistics. I like the way logic and programming have made me think more analytically. Programming has been hard for me though, especially persevering with an assignment when all hope seems to be lost. This is something I am still working on.

In my free time I like to play and listen to music and have drinks at my LGBT-student association Ganymedes. I also do committee work there, as I enjoy being an active member.

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Study associations

Cover

Cover is the study association for bachelor and master students studying Artificial Intelligence, Computing Science or Human Machine Communication at the University of Groningen. We organise many events, all aimed at having a good time, improving upon your education skills and your future career. On our website you can check out our agenda to see upcoming events!

Our association counts many committees which work together to organise career related events, create our yearbook, plan trips abroad, provide study support to fellow students and much more. Feel free to walk into the Cover room (Bernoulliborg 0041a) where you can join in on a game, ask for help with a course or just hang out!

https://www.svcover.nl/

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