Artificial Intelligence Fundamentals

This course provides a clear, accessible introduction to AI, designed for learners with no technical background.  You will explore what AI is while developing critical awareness of ethics, bias, privacy, and responsible use.

This course builds digital confidence and informed decision-making, making it an ideal starting point across all computing and digital pathways. and how they affect everyday life and decision-making.  

The course emphasises critical thinking, ethical considerations, and informed evaluation of AI technologies. You are encouraged to question AI outputs, understand limitations and risks, and consider social, legal, and ethical impacts.

Please be prepared to provide your residency documents, such as a passport, Evisa / Sharecode, UK Birth Certificate or Biometric Card. If you have been in the UK for less than 3 years or have entered the UK with a visa, you will need to provide evidence that you are eligible to study in the UK and your EVisa, Biometric card, or any relevant Home Office documents to support your residency covers the duration of your course. For funding purposes, we would need to see evidence of payslips if working (within the last 3 months). If you are receiving benefits, please provide evidence of this (e.g., JSA, ESA, Universal Credit (UC).

Free unless earning over £28,860.00pa (then £75).

By the end of the course, you will feel confident engaging with AI as informed users, able to make responsible choices and apply your understanding of AI across a wide range of real-world contexts.