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BCS Artificial Intelligence Foundation Pathway - Diploma in Artificial Intelligence.

Artificial Intelligence is not one skill – it’s a combination of data, ethics, technology, risk, and business understanding.
The BCS Artificial Intelligence Diploma allows you to build a well-rounded, job-ready AI skillset by completing 8 AI awards from a choice of 12, all aligned to real-world organisational use, and aligning with SFIA Plus Levels 2 and 3.

Delivered as flexible online learning with tutor support, this diploma is ideal for professionals who want credible AI knowledge – not hype.
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Accredited Excellence You Can Trust

Duco Digital is a BCS-accredited training provider, offering courses that uphold the highest standards in learning artificial intelligence. Each module aligns with the official BCS syllabus, giving you the knowledge, confidence, and credentials to excel.

Trusted by professionals and organisations worldwide. Certified by BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT.

About the AI Foundation Pathway - AI Diploma

The BCS Artificial Intelligence Diploma is a structured qualification made up of 8 BCS AI awards (courses), selected from a wider suite of 12 specialist AI courses.

This approach recognises that AI is used differently across roles and sectors. Instead of forcing learners down a single track, the diploma allows you to tailor your learning while still achieving a respected, accredited qualification from BCS.

To get started, you can:
 • Follow a popular, pre-selected pathway designed by Duco Digital Training
 • Or build your own pathway by choosing the awards most relevant to you (contact us to do this)

Completing the pathway leads to the BCS Artificial Intelligence Diploma, demonstrating both breadth and depth of AI knowledge.

Choose 8 Awards (courses)

Choose 8 of the following BCS-accredited AI awards:
 • AI and the Digital Ecosystem
 • How to Manage Risk
 • Machine Learning
 • Big Data
 • Data Visualisation
 • How AI Can Support Your Organisation
 • Knowledge-Based Systems
 • Understanding Data in Your Organisation
 • Understanding the Role of Ethics in Your Organisation
 • Understanding Ethical Principles in the IT Profession
 • Understanding the Problem and Implementing the Solution
 • Smart Products, Robotics and Automation.

What you get:

 • 12 months access to complete all 8 courses and attempt the exams (if  you need more time, just let us know)
 • 8 BCS eCertificates when passing each exam
 • BCS AI Diploma eCertificate when you pass the eighth exam
 • 1 year access to the BCS eLibrary of over 100 ebooks in business and technology and includes the recommended BCS books for this course
 • 1-year BCS Associate Membership (worth £92) after passing your first exam^
 • Exam fee included — no hidden extras
 • Pass Assist package with live tutor support, practice exams, and exclusive video guides.
^new BCS members only
Pay with Klarna, PayPal, or card – interest-free instalments available, no credit check. Contact us to arrange live training or payment via invoice.
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What's Included?

Your price for the AI Diploma isn’t just for learning materials — it includes the complete Pass Assist package, designed to give you the best chance of passing your BCS exam with confidence.

9 Recognised Certificates

Gain a professional certificate globally recognised by employers, colleges, and universities to boost your career, education and knowledge when you pass each exam, plus the overall AI Certificate when you pass your eighth exam (a total of 9 certificates)

Exclusive Video Support Guides

Exclusive video guides to make a learning plan, maximise the course, and prepare effectively

Live Tutor Video Calls

Two live video calls with your course trainer for Q&A and a deeper understanding.

Recommended BCS eBooks

Includes recommended BCS eBooks in the course syllabus

Practice Exam Papers

Practice exam papers to test your knowledge and get exam-ready

BCS Membership^

Claim 1 year BCS Associate membership for networking, career guidance, IT industry news and insights, webinars when you pass your exam.
^New BCS members only and on passing your first exam
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Our Popular Recommended Pathway

Based on learner demand and employer relevance, we’ve created a balanced pathway that covers:

• AI fundamentals and organisational impact 
• Data, analytics, and decision-making 
• Ethics, governance, and responsible AI 
• Practical implementation and emerging technologies

This pathway is ideal for professionals who want a complete view of AI in business, rather than deep technical specialism alone.
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Listen to Andrew's AI Journey

Meet Andrew, one of our most eager and determined learners who passed the AI Diploma first time (others have too!)
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NEED QUALITY AI SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

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Organisations now use AI in at least one business function

44%

Workers’ skills are expected to be disrupted by AI and automation within the next few years

1 in 3

Organisations feel confident their workforce has sufficient AI skills

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Meet our Instructors

Darren Winter

Company Director and BCS Trainer
I’m Darren BCS Accredited Trainer and Company Director of Duco Digital Training with a BSc in Computing and MA in Cross Cultural Commuication and International Marketing. I've been teaching AI for over 6 years and am currently studying my PhD in AI Ethics at Cordoba University.
If you have any questions about choosing the right course for your career, please contact me.

James Mc Connell

Accredited BCS  AI Trainer
James has more than forty years’ experience in technical, management and digital roles across a range of sectors including manufacturing, defence, social enterprise and public services.  He is an engineering graduate and postgraduate in education, business and risk.  James is an experienced speaker, lecturer and instructor and is passionate about empowering people to harness their digital superpowers for good.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who is BCS?

BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT, is an internationally respected professional organisation, recognised and trusted by businesses, academic institutions, and IT professionals around the world. Representing over 60,000 members across 150 countries,

BCS brings together a global community of technology experts, educators, industry leaders, and policy-makers. Its purpose is to steer the IT profession through ethical and societal challenges, nurture the skills and careers of those within the field, and champion the use of technology for the greater good. Through its qualifications, events, and professional networks, BCS promotes continuous learning, thought leadership, and responsible innovation across the global tech landscape.

What is SFIA Plus?

SFIA Plus is a comprehensive, BCS-developed enhancement of the SFIA framework,  a globally recognised, seven-level framework that provides a common language for defining skills, competencies, and responsibilities in the digital world.

SFIA Plus provides detailed competency, training, and development resources for over 120 IT skills. It serves as a 3D, 7-level career roadmap to help organisations and individuals benchmark skills, define roles, and map career progression. 

Why should I take this pathway?

 • AI is now a core business capability, not a niche technical skill
 • Employers want credible, structured AI knowledge, not short, unaccredited courses
 • This diploma proves breadth, competence, and commitment
 • The BCS qualification is internationally recognised and trusted
 • Flexible learning that fits around full-time work.

This is especially valuable for organisations that need competent, responsible AI use, not experimentation without governance.

Completing the AI Diploma can support progression into roles such as:
 • AI or Digital Lead
 • Business Analyst or Consultant
 • Product or Transformation Manager
 • Data Protection, Risk, or Governance roles.

For organisations, it helps build AI-literate teams who understand both opportunity and risk.

Who is this course for?

The AI Diploma is ideal for:
 • Business leaders and managers
 • IT and digital professionals
 • Data, compliance, and governance teams
 • Business analysts and consultants
 • Anyone involved in AI decision-making, procurement, or oversight

No prior AI or technical background is required.

What does the pathway include?

  • Online access to 8 structured courses which have modules and lessons that follow the official BCS syllabus, with one exam attempt for each course
  • Pass Assist support package (tutor calls, practice papers, video guides, discussion forum, email/WhatsApp support)
  • 1 year access to the BCS eLibrary of over 100 ebooks in business and technology and includes the recommended BCS books for this course
  • A personal course login that saves your progress
  • Exam booking guidance and support
  • A BCS eCertificate for each of your 8 courses, a diploma certificate when you pass the eighth exam (a total of 9 certificates)
  • 1-year Associate Membership* when you pass your first exam
  • VAT.


*New BCS members only

What is Pass Assist?

Pass Assist is our unique support package designed to give you the knowledge, skills, and confidence to pass your BCS exam.

When you enroll in this course, Pass Assist gives you:
  • Two live video calls with your course trainer to ask questions and deepen your understanding
  • Practice exam papers to test your knowledge and get familiar with the exam format
  • Exclusive video guides to help you make a learning plan, get the most from the course, and prepare effectively for the exam
  • Ongoing tutor support via discussion forum, email, and WhatsApp for guidance whenever you need it


With Pass Assist, you’re never learning alone—you have the tools and support to succeed.

When is the start date of the pathway?

Self-study: Begin right after enrolment — learn anytime, anywhere. Book a 15-minute welcome call and a 15-minute exam prep session for each of your 8 courses with your trainer directly in the courses.

Live training: Held on mutually agreed dates. Contact us to check availability.

How to start the pathway?

Enrol online now with card, PayPal, or Klarna — or contact us for invoice/bank transfer.

If you prefer live training, please contact us or message us on WhatsApp with a date you would like the training and any requirements, for example, the number of people. 

We train individuals and support teams with their training needs in organisations, colleges, universities, and government departments in different countries. Contact us if you have any questions.

What happens after I enroll?

  1. Click on the enrolment email to gain access.
  2. Complete your study
  3. Book your BCS exam using the link in the BCS email sent to you 14 days after enrolment
  4. Take your exam
  5. Download your BCS certificate from your BCS exam account when you pass
  6. Access your free* 1-year BCS Associate membership from the link in your BCS exam account when you pass
  7. Create a BCS professional profile, access further learning, build networks, and access career tools with a BCS membership

*New BCS members only

What is studying with Duco Digital Training like?


  • Self-paced learning that fits around your schedule

  • Step-by-step modules aligned with the syllabus

  • Our unique Pass Assist package of tutor support, BCS-recommended Books* discussion forums, and exam preparation resources

  • Accredited courses trusted by organisations worldwide

  • BCS certification and membership** that add real career value.


*BCS eBooks as recommended on your syllabus
** Pass the BCS exam to claim your certification. Membership for new BCS members only.

I prefer live training — how can I book this?

Prefer learning in real time with a trainer? We offer live online training for groups of two or more. If you’re learning solo, you can invite a friend or colleague to join. To book, just contact us with your preferred dates and group size, and we’ll confirm availability and customise the session to your needs.

Can organisations buy this pathway for teams?

Yes. Duco Digital Training partners with organisations, colleges, universities, and government departments around the world. We can enrol teams of any size, giving each learner their own login, progress tracking, and Pass Assist support. Payment is available by invoice or bank transfer, and our self-study approach allows groups to learn consistently, at their own pace, while keeping costs manageable.

How long will I have access to the course? 

You have 12 months to complete all BCS courses and take the exams. For career pathways that include multiple courses, simply contact us if you need extra time.

What People Say About Us

The course is really thorough about AI in general, and it covers all of the basic knowledge about AI. As a lecturer myself, I will teach this to my students.
Cholid
The training provided will assist me to conduct AI research projects in a more professional and systematic way. The knowledge provided will be incredibly valuable for my future study in the field of computer vision.
Muhammad
Good training materials for remote learning, and the most impressive part was the speed at which they responded to questions. I also had issues with the exam (through the exam platform, not Duco) and they were really helpful in resolving it.
Tom
The course is really thorough about AI in general, and it covers all of the basic knowledge about AI. As a lecturer myself, I will teach this to my students.
Cholid
The training provided will assist me to conduct AI research projects in a more professional and systematic way. The knowledge provided will be incredibly valuable for my future study in the field of computer vision.
Muhammad
Good training materials for remote learning, and the most impressive part was the speed at which they responded to questions. I also had issues with the exam (through the exam platform, not Duco) and they were really helpful in resolving it.
Tom

Live Training for Companies

Looking to train a team?* We deliver bespoke live training in AI for organisations worldwide – online or onsite. 
Tailored sessions, group discounts, and the same exam-ready Pass Assist package. Ideal for teams adopting AI tools, developing AI strategies, or needing confidence around ethical and responsible use.
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