Computer Science Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Course Overview - Computer Science Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
In a world where computation devices are central to political, economic and social cohesion, the activities of computer scientists are playing an ever increasing role in engineering the society of tomorrow. At York St John University, we are committed to inspiring you to become an exceptional graduate with the fundamental practical, technical, cognitive and creative skills needed to succeed in Computer Science today.
With a core focus on your future employability, this programme will cover the fundamentals of computer science as well as practical exercises that will help yo...
In a world where computation devices are central to political, economic and social cohesion, the activities of computer scientists are playing an ever increasing role in engineering the society of tomorrow. At York St John University, we are committed to inspiring you to become an exceptional graduate with the fundamental practical, technical, cognitive and creative skills needed to succeed in Computer Science today.
With a core focus on your future employability, this programme will cover the fundamentals of computer science as well as practical exercises that will help you understand and develop computer science skills with real world application. You’ll learn to develop systems that meet real business and organisational needs. This focus on practical application will be further enhanced by a work placement module, which will give you the opportunity to use these skills in a professional environment.
A Year in Industry option is also available, for those seeking a more immersive employment experience. You will gain core computational skills in programming, networking and database development, as well as skills in more advanced topics such as artificial intelligence, human computer interaction, cyber security and The Internet of things.
In Computer Science at York St John University, we believe in teaching on a human scale. You will therefore be taught in small class sizes and have high contact hours with our Computer Science specialists. We do this because we value the importance of the interaction between staff and students.
You will join our nurturing community where we will inspire and grow your curiosity for the subject.
This degree has been accredited by the British Computer Society (BCS), the Chartered Institute for IT. Accreditation is a mark of assurance that the degree meets the standards set by BCS.
Course Information
4 option s available
Some courses vary and have tailored teaching options, select a course option below.
Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
2027-09-21
Campus
York St John University
Application Details
13 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
A18-E99
Institution Code
Y75
Points of Entry
Foundation
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
104.0
104 UCAS Points from UCAS Tariff Qualifications including but not limited to: A Level, BTEC, Access to Higher Education, T Level.
GCSE/National 4/National 5
3 GCSEs at grade C/4 (or equivalent) including English Language and Maths.
Not accepted
Other
For Second Year entry, applicants must have completed the first year of Higher Education in a similar subject with a total of 120 credits. Applicants will need to submit a transcript of their completed study, and offers will be subject to a mapping exercise of modules to ensure an appropriate alignment of course content. Please be aware that transfer applications are subject to availablity of space on the selected academic year of your chosen course. For more information on the transfer process, please see https://www.yorksj.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/apply/transferring-to-york-st-john-university/. If transferring to the final year of a course containing a placement or study abroad year, you must have also completed a placement or study abroad year prior to starting the course.
Not accepted
Other
For Third Year entry, applicants must have completed the first and second year of Higher Education in a similar subject with a total of 240 credits. Applicants will need to submit a transcript of their completed study, and offers will be subject to a mapping exercise of modules to ensure an appropriate alignment of course content. Please be aware that transfer applications are subject to availablity of space on the selected academic year of your chosen course. For more information on the transfer process, please see https://www.yorksj.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/apply/transferring-to-york-st-john-university/. If transferring to the final year of a course containing a placement or study abroad year, you must have also completed a placement or study abroad year prior to starting the course.
Not accepted
UCAS Tariff
104.0
104 UCAS Points from UCAS Tariff Qualifications including but not limited to: A Level, BTEC, Access to Higher Education, T Level.
UCAS Tariff
48.0
48 UCAS Points from UCAS Tariff Qualifications including but not limited to: A Level, BTEC, Access to Higher Education, T Level.
GCSE/National 4/National 5
GCSE English Language at Grade C/4 (or equivalent)
Not accepted
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| England, Scotland, Northern Ireland, Wales, Republic of Ireland, Channel Islands | £10,050 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |
| International, EU | £12,100 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |










































































