Computer Science MComp (Hons)
Course Overview - Computer Science MComp (Hons)
Combining undergraduate and postgraduate content, the MComp provides a solid grounding in the underlying theory, principles and practices of computing, computer applications, systems, programming, key hardware and software components. You’ll also develop the computational thinking required to solve complex problems.
The additional year of master’s study ensures you develop the advanced skills and specialist knowledge to help you stand out in the fast-paced global technology industry.
On this BCS-accredited MComp, our aim is simple: to thrive as a computing professi...
Combining undergraduate and postgraduate content, the MComp provides a solid grounding in the underlying theory, principles and practices of computing, computer applications, systems, programming, key hardware and software components. You’ll also develop the computational thinking required to solve complex problems.<br/><br/>The additional year of master’s study ensures you develop the advanced skills and specialist knowledge to help you stand out in the fast-paced global technology industry.<br/><br/>On this BCS-accredited MComp, our aim is simple: to thrive as a computing professional, with the confidence, capability, knowledge and skillset to keep up with the rapid pace of development in this field. <br/><br/>‘Placement Year’ and International Experience Year’ options are available for this course. You will have the opportunity to fully consider these options when you have started your course at Bangor and can make an application for a transfer onto such a pathway at the appropriate time. You can find more information about these options on our website and if you have any questions, please get in touch.<br/><br/>If you don’t have the required qualifications for this degree-level course or are looking to re-enter education after time away from study, then a Foundation Year Programme might be the right choice for you. Please see Computer Science (with Foundation Year) G40F.
Course Information
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
21/09/2026
Campus
Main Site
Application Details
14 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
H117
Institution Code
B06
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
128
144
Scottish Higher
Minimum of 5 Scottish Highers - some subject specific grades/Advanced Highers may be required.
Access to HE Diploma
In a relevant subject (Science/Maths/ Computing/IT). Other subjects may be considered on a case-by-case basis.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
Accepted.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DDM
DDD
In a relevant subject. To include a maths unit.
GCSE/National 4/National 5
GCSE: grade C/4 in Maths (if the Level 3 qualification does not include Maths or Science study).
OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma
DDM
DDD
In a relevant subject. To include a maths element.
Extended Project
Points can include a relevant Extended Project (EPQ) but must include a minimum 2 full A-levels, or equivalent. Please contact us for more information.
A level
To include grade B in Science/Maths/ Computing/IT subject. General Studies and Key Skills not accepted. (Please note: other subject areas may be considered on a case by case basis.)
T Level
T Level qualifications are accepted on a case by case basis.
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024)
We will accept this qualification in conjunction with other level 3 qualifications.
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £9,535 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |

































