Computer Science BSc (Hons)
Course Overview - Computer Science BSc (Hons)
Gain hands-on skills across a range of topics including coding, algorithms, database and software development, cyber security, networks and social, legal and ethical aspects of IT.
Connect with industry
Benefit from the Universitys strong links with leading companies such as Microsoft, IBM, Oracle, Cisco, Intel, Apple, Nvidia, BBC, and the Met Office. Well support you from your first year to secure high-quality placements and job opportunities, enhancing your career potential.
Agile methodology
Youll use industry-standard a...
Gain hands-on skills across a range of topics including coding, algorithms, database and software development, cyber security, networks and social, legal and ethical aspects of IT.<br/><br/><strong>Connect with industry</strong><br/>Benefit from the Universitys strong links with leading companies such as Microsoft, IBM, Oracle, Cisco, Intel, Apple, Nvidia, BBC, and the Met Office. Well support you from your first year to secure high-quality placements and job opportunities, enhancing your career potential.<br/><br/><strong>Agile methodology</strong><br/>Youll use industry-standard agile development processes throughout your studies, collaborating with peers to design and deliver complete systems from concept to deployment, becoming expert in professional practices.<br/><br/><strong>Project work from the start</strong><br/>From your first week, youll be in the labs engaging in your own and group projects, building a comprehensive portfolio that showcases your technical skills and innovative mindset to potential employers.<br/><br/><strong>This course is for you if...</strong><br/>- youre passionate about technology and its impact on society<br/><br/><br/>- you enjoy problem-solving and logical thinking<br/><br/><br/>- youre eager to learn programming and software development<br/><br/><br/>- youre aiming for a dynamic career in the tech industry<br/>
Course Information
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
21/09/2026
Campus
Main Site
Application Details
14 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
G407
Institution Code
P60
Points of Entry
Year 1, Year 2, Year 3
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
104
To include a minimum of 2 A Levels
Scottish Higher
Considered in combination with Advanced Highers
Access to HE Diploma
Pass Access to Higher Education Diploma in a relevant subject (e.g. Computing, IT, Science, Humanities, Engineering) with at least 33 Level 3 credits at Merit and/or Distinction
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
26
Maths and English accepted within as GCSE equivalent.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DMM
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
104 UCAS points from Higher Level Maths and English considered within as GCSE equivalent at H1-H7 or O1-O4
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Considered in combination.
Scottish Advanced Higher
104 UCAS points to include 2 Advanced Highers
Extended Project
Considered in combination
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
Considered in combination.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
Considered in combination.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Considered in combination.
AQA Certificate in Mathematical Studies (Core Maths)
Considered in combination.
OCR Certificate in Quantitative Reasoning (MEI) (Core Maths)
Considered in combination.
OCR Certificate in Quantitative Problem Solving (MEI) (Core Maths)
Considered in combination.
Pearson Edexcel Certificate in Mathematics in Context (Core Maths)
Considered in combination.
City & Guilds Certificate in Using and Applying Mathematics (Core Maths)
Considered in combination.
A level
104 UCAS points to include a minimum of 2 A Levels
T Level
M
Merit overall depending on the Mathematics units studying within the T Level pathways
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024)
Considered in combination with other level 3 qualifications
WJEC Level 3 Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales
Considered in combination with other level 3 qualifications
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