Computer Science Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Course Overview - Computer Science Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Course Overview
Computers have become an essential part of our daily lives. There has never been a better time to design and develop the systems and software that we use in everyday life. This Computer Science degree will prepare you for the many computer science jobs in the future.
Why study with us
• After completing your second year you can undertake a one year industrial placement. Most of these are UK-based, but our students have worked as far afield as Europe, Australia, Japan and the USA.
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Course Overview
Computers have become an essential part of our daily lives. There has never been a better time to design and develop the systems and software that we use in everyday life. This Computer Science degree will prepare you for the many computer science jobs in the future.
Why study with us
• After completing your second year you can undertake a one year industrial placement. Most of these are UK-based, but our students have worked as far afield as Europe, Australia, Japan and the USA.
• You’ll benefit from our international research expertise in user experience, computer security, software engineering and agile project management.
• There’s an emphasis on software development, including databases and user interface design, and optional modules covering everything from Artificial Intelligence (AI) to the Internet of Things.
What you’ll do
• There’s an emphasis on practical work. You’ll develop technical skills including programming, data structure, developing databases and distributed systems.
• You’ll apply your software development skills to the challenge of developing interactive games using 3D graphics while working with clients and other developers.
• You’ll manage software projects, apply industry-standard software development techniques to modern applications, and learn to program effectively in C++.
Accreditations
• We are an Educational Member of the British Computer Society providing benefits to our students such a free BCS membership for the duration of their Computer Science course. This help connections with the tech industry through BCS mentors, enables access to bespoke events with industry experts, as well as interactive career tools include CV writer, interview simulator, personal assessments and e-learning.
Future careers
Qualifying as a Computer Scientist will open doors to a huge range of careers and enable you to make your mark as the digital revolution as it transforms every aspect of the world around us.
Course Information
4 option s available
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
5 Years
Start Date
2027-09-20
Campus
Preston Campus
Application Details
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
A43-J42
Institution Code
C30
Points of Entry
Foundation
Entry Requirements
A level
104-112 UCAS points at A2
T Level
Not accepted
UCAS Tariff
AS
Not accepted
Access to HE Diploma
104-112 UCAS points
GCSE/National 4/National 5
5 GCSEs at Grade C/4 or above including Maths and English or equivalent. Equivalent qualifications are Functional Skills Level 2 in Maths and English or Level 3 Key Skills in Maths and Communication.
Not accepted
Scottish Advanced Higher
104-112 UCAS points
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
OCR Cambridge Technical Diploma
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
104 - 112 points from Higher Level subjects
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Not accepted
OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma
Not accepted
UCAS Tariff
Not accepted
A level
64 UCAS points
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Not accepted
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
Pass IB Diploma including 64 UCAS points from Higher Level subjects
Access to HE Diploma
64 UCAS points
AS
Not accepted
GCSE/National 4/National 5
5 GCSEs at Grade C/4 or above including Maths and English or equivalent. Equivalent qualifications are Functional Skills Level 2 in Maths and English or Level 3 Key Skills in Maths and Communication.
Not accepted
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
64 UCAS points
OCR Cambridge Technical Diploma
Not accepted
OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma
Not accepted
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Not accepted
Scottish Advanced Higher
64 UCAS points
T Level
Not accepted
Pearson BTEC Diploma (QCF)
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
104-112 UCAS points
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| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northern Ireland, Wales, England, Channel Islands, Scotland | £1,955 | 2026/27 | Year 1 | |
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