**100% of our research impact in Computer Science and Informatics was assessed to be world leading or internationally excellent (REF 2021)**
**About the course**
Computer Science at Sussex provides a rigorous professional education in computing, preparing you for the constantly evolving industry that’s revolutionising our lives.
Our MComp covers the fundamental concepts of computing and their application. It includes advanced study in specialisms including artificial intelligence, digital media, IT management, and mobile systems.
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**100% of our research impact in Computer Science and Informatics was assessed to be world leading or internationally excellent (REF 2021)** <br/><br/>**About the course**<br/><br/>Computer Science at Sussex provides a rigorous professional education in computing, preparing you for the constantly evolving industry that’s revolutionising our lives.<br/><br/>Our MComp covers the fundamental concepts of computing and their application. It includes advanced study in specialisms including artificial intelligence, digital media, IT management, and mobile systems.<br/><br/>You’ll study in our Future Technologies Labs, which include a student-focused hub, teaching labs with suites of high-spec computers, and project workspaces.<br/><br/>You’ll graduate with deep knowledge and skills in areas that are in high demand in industry.<br/><br/>**MComp or BSc?**<br/><br/>We also offer this course as a five-year MComp with an industrial placement year, as a three-year BSc, or as a four-year BSc with an industrial placement year.<br/><br/>**Accreditation**<br/><br/>Accredited by BCS, the Chartered Institute for IT for the purposes of fully meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered IT Professional.<br/><br/>**Location**<br/><br/>Study on our beautiful, green campus on the edge of the South Downs National Park and just minutes from the vibrant seaside city of Brighton & Hove. We’re near to Gatwick airport and just over an hour from London. <br/><br/>**About the University of Sussex** <br/><br/>Our courses, research, culture and campus aim to stimulate, excite and challenge. From scientific discovery to global policy, from student welfare to career development, Sussex innovates and takes a lead. And today, in every part of society and across the world, youll find someone from Sussex making an original and valuable contribution.
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
22/09/2025
Campus
Main Site
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
G401
Institution Code
S90
Points of Entry
Year 1, Year 2
Scottish HigherA,A,A,B,B You will need Scottish National 5 in Mathematics at grade B. Access to HE DiplomaPass Diploma with at least 39 level 3 credits at Merit or above including 27 credits at Distinction. The Access to HE Diploma should be in Computing or Science. You will need GCSE (or equivalent) Mathematics, with at least grade 6 (or grade B). International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme34 This score should be from the full IB Diploma. You must have a good level of Mathematics. Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)DDD The BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma would normally be in Computing or Information Technology. You will also need GCSE (or equivalent) Mathematics, with at least grade 6 (or grade B). You should also have a broad range of GCSEs 9-4 (A*-C), including good grades in relevant subjects. Extended ProjectWe take the EPQ into account when considering your application and it can be useful in the summer when your results are released if you have narrowly missed the conditions of your offer. We do not routinely include the EPQ in the conditions of your offer but we sometimes offer alternative conditions that include the EPQ. If you wish to discuss this further please contact Admissions at ug.applicants@sussex.ac.uk A levelA,A,B You will also need GCSE (or equivalent) Mathematics, with at least grade 6 (or grade B). We will also consider applicants with grade 5 in Mathematics if you are taking A-level Computer Science, Chemistry, Maths or Physics. You should also have a broad range of GCSEs grade 9-4 (A*-C), including good grades in relevant subjects. T LevelD including grade B in the Core Component. The T Level would normally be in Digital Production, Design and Development, Digital Business Services or Digital Support Services. You will also need GCSE (or equivalent) Mathematics, with at least grade 6 (or grade B). You should also have a broad range of GCSEs grade 9-4 (A*-C), including good grades in relevant subjects. |
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Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
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England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £9,250 | 2024/25 | Year 1 |
EU, International | £26,250 | 2024/25 | Year 1 |