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Computing Science BSc (Hons)
Course Overview - Computing Science BSc (Hons)
The overall aim of the course is to offer a broadly-based education in computing science, attractive to those seeking to understand the fundamentals of computing and its application to novel application areas. A graduate would be equipped with skills to problem solve and be employed in a software development team in the software industry or a commercial IT department.
You will study the theory and principles of programming and software development and put them into practice using a variety of contemporary programming languages and tools.
You will develop programmin...
The overall aim of the course is to offer a broadly-based education in computing science, attractive to those seeking to understand the fundamentals of computing and its application to novel application areas. A graduate would be equipped with skills to problem solve and be employed in a software development team in the software industry or a commercial IT department.<br/><br/>You will study the theory and principles of programming and software development and put them into practice using a variety of contemporary programming languages and tools.<br/><br/>You will develop programming expertise in a variety of languages, for example, Python and Java. You will examine areas such as Information Infrastructures, Professional Skills, Applied Artificial Intelligence, Physical Computing and Web Development. You will also be able to select modules which align with state-of-the-art research or showcase current advances in computing such as Artificial Intelligence, Enterprise Networks, Edge and Embedded Intelligence and Computer Vision.<br/><br/>Given the variety of applications of computing, as a graduate of this course, you will have access to a variety of jobs, for example, programmer, software developer, test engineer or IT analyst.
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Study Mode
Sandwich
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
15/09/2025
Campus
Belfast
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Course Code
G400
Institution Code
U20
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
Scottish HigherAccess to HE DiplomaSuccessful completion of a Ulster University validated Access route with an overall mark of 65% to include a pass in NICATS Maths (level 2) or GCSE Mathematics grade C (or equivalent) for entry to year 1. Other Access courses considered on an individual basis. International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme26 To include 13 points at Higher Level. Grade 4 in Mathematics and English Language also required in overall profile. Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)DDM Pass overall BTEC RQF National Extended Diploma with DDM. All subjects considered. Pass overall BTEC QCF Extended Diploma with DDD. All subject areas considered. The Faculty of Computing and Engineering accept combinations of A Levels, BTEC Subsidiary Diploma/National Extended Certificate, BTEC 90-credit Diploma/National Foundation Diploma and BTEC National Diploma. For further information on the requirements for this course please contact Admissions staff by telephone on +44 (0)28 9536 7890 or email admissions@ulster.ac.uk . Entry equivalences can also be viewed in the online prospectus at http://www.ulster.ac.uk/apply/entrance-requirements/equivalence Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)120 UCAS tariff points to include a minimum of 4 subjects at Higher Level and 1 subject at Ordinary Level. The overall profile must include English and Maths at minimum Grade H6 or above (HL) or O4 or above (OL) if not sitting at Higher Level. GCSE/National 4/National 5GCSE Mathematics and English Language at grade C or 4 or above (or equivalent). Please note that for the purposes of entry to this course the Level 2 Certificate in Essential Skills Application of Number is NOT regarded as an acceptable alternative to GCS Scottish Advanced HigherA levelB,B,B Desirable Subject Offer For those applicants offering desirable subjects at A level (Mathematics/Physics/Chemistry/Software Systems Development/Computing (not IT/ICT)) a one grade reduction will be applied at the time of offer. The desirable subject must be achieved at a minimum grade B. |
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northern Ireland, Republic of Ireland | £4,750 | 2024/25 | Year 1 | |
| England, Scotland, Wales | £9,250 | 2024/25 | Year 1 | |
| EU, International | £17,010 | 2024/25 | Year 1 |
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