Computer Science BSc (Hons)

Course Overview - Computer Science BSc (Hons)

Through the development of new applications in science, engineering, and business, Computer Science is radically changing the way in which we experience our world. This programme equips students with the skills needed to contribute to this exciting and rapidly evolving field.

Computer Science is our most flexible programme, allowing you to chose course units to reflect your developing and changing interests. Furthermore, a wide range of themes from across the discipline allow you to specialise in the second and third years.

You will gain not only knowledge and prac...

Course Information

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Study Mode

Full-time

Duration

3 Years

Start Date

21/09/2026

Campus

Main Site

Course Address
University Recruitment And Adm
Oxford Road
Manchester
M13 9PL

Application Details

Course Code

G400

Institution Code

M20

Points of Entry

Year 1

Entry Requirements

UCAS Tariff

Not Accepted

Scottish Higher

We require Advanced Highers, or Advanced Highers combined with Highers, in one of the following combinations: Three Advanced Highers with grades AAA, including Mathematics and a science subject OR Two Advanced Highers with grades AA including Mathematics and a science subject, and three Highers with grades AAA in any subject OR Two Advanced Highers with grades AA including Mathematics and a science subject, and two Highers with grades AA, achieved in different academic subjects to the Advanced Highers Please note we will accept Mathematics of Mechanics to meet the science requirement at Advanced Higher level. English Language not taken at Higher/Advanced Higher must have been achieved at SCQF level 5 (minimum National 5 grade B/ Intermediate 2 grade B/ Standard Grade Credit level grade 2). If you require further clarification about the acceptability of this qualification, please contact the Undergraduate Admissions team.

Access to HE Diploma

Each application is considered individually. Applicants should contact the Undergraduate Admissions team to discuss their particular circumstances and to check the suitability of their Access course. As a guide, we require a QAA-recognised Access to HE Diploma in a science or engineering-related subject, with a minimum of 60 credits. 45 credits must be awarded at Level 3 with a Distinction grade (including 15 Level 3 credits with Distinction in Mathematics). Students are also required to have a grade A* in A Level Mathematics with a pure element.

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme

38

38 points overall with 7,7,6 in Higher Level subjects, including 7 in Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches. Applicants should be studying a minimum of one science subject at Higher Level. Science subjects include Computer Science, Physics, Chemistry, and Biology. For this programme of study, we will only accept the following subject to meet our Mathematics requirement: Higher Level Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches. Applicants studying the International Baccalaureate Career Related Programme (IBCP) should contact the academic School prior to applying so that their academic profile can be considered.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)

We consider the National Extended Diploma for entry, provided it is in Engineering with grades D*DD, in combination with a grade A* in A-Level Mathematics and grade A in a second A-Level subject. OR The National Extended Diploma in any subject with grades D*DD, in combination with a grade A* in A-Level Mathematics and grade A in A Level Computer Science, Further Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry or Physics.

GCSE/National 4/National 5

Applicants must demonstrate a broad general education. Typically, this is a minimum of five GCSEs/IGCSEs, including GCSE Mathematics at grade B/6, GCSE English Language at grade B/6, and three further academic subjects at grade C/4. Students eligible for

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)

We consider the National Diploma for entry provided it is in Engineering with grades D*D in combination with grade A* in A-Level Mathematics and grade A in a second A-Level subject. OR The National Diploma in any subject with grades D*D in combination with grade A* in A-Level Mathematics and grade A in A-Level Computer Science, Further Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry or Physics.

AS

AS level results are not considered as part of the standard admissions process at The University of Manchester.

OCR Cambridge Technical Diploma

We consider the Cambridge Technical Diploma for entry, provided it is in Engineering with grades D*D in combination with a grade A* in A-Level Mathematics and grade A in a second A-Level subject. OR The Cambridge Technical Diploma in any subject with grades D*D, in combination with a grade A* in A-Level Mathematics and grade A in A-Level Computer Science, Further Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry or Physics.

OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma

We consider the Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma for entry, provided it is in Engineering with grades D*DD, in combination with a grade A* in A-Level Mathematics and grade A in a second A-Level subject. OR The Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma in any subject with grades D*DD, in combination with a grade A* in A Level Mathematics and grade A in A Level Computer Science, Further Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry or Physics.

Scottish Advanced Higher

We require Advanced Highers, or Advanced Highers combined with Highers, in one of the following combinations: Three Advanced Highers with grades AAA, including Mathematics and a science subject OR Two Advanced Highers with grades AA including Mathematics and a science subject, and three Highers with grades AAA in any subject OR Two Advanced Highers with grades AA including Mathematics and a science subject, and two Highers with grades AA, achieved in different academic subjects to the Advanced Highers Please note we will accept Mathematics of Mechanics to meet the science requirement at Advanced Higher level. English Language not taken at Higher/Advanced Higher must have been achieved at SCQF level 5 (minimum National 5 grade B/ Intermediate 2 grade B/ Standard Grade Credit level grade 2). If you require further clarification about the acceptability of this qualification, please contact the Undergraduate Admissions team.

Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal

D2,D2,D2

D2, D2, D3 in three Principal subjects, including D2 in Mathematics, and a minimum of one Science subject at D2 or D3. Science subjects include Further Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, and Physics. We also consider applicants offering Pre-U Principal Subjects, or a mix of Pre-U and A-Level, in three distinct subjects. The University welcomes and recognises the value of the Cambridge Pre-U Global Perspectives and Research (GPR) and the opportunities it provides for applicants to develop independent study and research skills. However, the qualification will not form part of your offer conditions.

Extended Project

The University recognises the benefits of the Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) and the opportunities it provides for applicants to develop independent study and research skills. Although the Extended Project will not be included in the conditions of your offer, we strongly encourage you to provide information about the EPQ in your personal statement and at interview. A number of our academic Schools may also choose to take your performance in the EPQ into account should places be available in August for applicants who narrowly miss the entry grades for their chosen course.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)

We consider the National Extended Certificate for entry in any subject at grade D*, provided it is in combination with two GCE A-Levels at grades A*A including A* in Mathematics and A in a science subject. Science subjects include Computer Science, Further Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry and Physics.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)

Not Accepted

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)

We consider the National Foundation Diploma for entry in any subject, provided it is in combination with two A-Levels including Mathematics and one science subject. Entry requirements are based on achievement of the full National Foundation Diploma with grade D* plus two A-Levels at grades A*A including A* in Mathematics and A in Computer Science, Further Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry or Physics.

OCR Cambridge Technical Foundation Diploma

We consider the Cambridge Technical Foundation Diploma for entry in any subject, provided it is in combination with two A-Levels including Mathematics and one science subject. Entry requirements are based on achievement of the full Cambridge Technical Foundation Diploma with grades D*D, plus grade A* in A-Level Mathematics and grade A in A-Level Computer Science, Further Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry or Physics.

OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Certificate

We consider the Cambridge Technical Extended Certificate for entry in any subject at grade D* provided it is in combination with two A-Levels at grades A*A including A* in Mathematics and A in A-Level Computer Science, Further Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry or Physics.

A level

A*,A*,A

A*A*A including A* in Mathematics, and a minimum of one science subject from the following list: Computer Science, Further Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, or Physics. Your A Level in Mathematics should include Mathematics with a significant pure element (Use of Mathematics or Core Mathematics does not satisfy this requirement). Practical skills are a crucial part of science education and therefore there will be a requirement to pass the practical element of any science A-Level taken. Where applicants are applying for science and related degrees, this is likely to be made explicit in the offers you will receive. Typical Contextual Offer: AAA including Mathematics and a minimum of one science subject from the following list: Computer Science, Further Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, or Physics. Your A Level in Mathematics should include Mathematics with a significant pure element (Use of Mathematics or Core Mathematics does not satisfy this requirement). Practical skills are a crucial part of science education and therefore there will be a requirement to pass the practical element of any science A-Level taken. Where applicants are applying for science and related degrees, this is likely to be made explicit in the offers you will rec

T Level

Not Accepted

Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024)

The University welcomes and recognises the value of the Welsh Baccalaureate Advanced Diploma/Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate and requires two A-Levels, including Mathematics and one science subject from the A-Level list above, to be included within this. The minimum grade required will normally be the same as the lowest grade listed in the A-Level entry requirements.

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