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| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2026-09-01 | - |
Program Overview
Computer Information Systems
Course Overview
The Computer Information Systems degree at Bangor University is a comprehensive program that explores the intersection of technology, society, business, and industry. This BCS-accredited degree provides students with a solid foundation in computing, covering essential topics such as database systems, emerging technologies, systems administration, artificial intelligence, and business information systems.
Course Structure
The program is designed to be completed in three years, with optional additional years for international experience or placement. The course structure includes a combination of compulsory and optional modules, allowing students to tailor their studies to their interests and career goals.
- Year 1: Students take 120 credits from modules such as Professional Perspectives, Networking Theory and Practice, Web Technologies, Introduction to Unix/Linux Operating Systems and Shell Programming, Database Systems, Imperative Programming Foundations, and Python Programming.
- Year 2: Students take 120 credits from modules such as Industrial Projects, Application Development, Human-Computer Interaction for User Experience, AI and Game Design, Applied Data Science with Python, and System Administration and Maintenance.
- Year 3: Students take 120 credits from modules such as Individual Project, Computer and Network Security, Advanced Data Management and Analytics, Research Methods, and optional modules like Creative Visualisation, Internet of Things, and Advanced Game Development.
Key Facts
- 83% of students were satisfied overall with their course.
- 100% of students say teaching staff have supported their learning well.
- 95% of graduates are in work or further study within 15 months of completing the course.
Careers
The Computer Information Systems degree prepares students for a wide range of careers in the tech industry, including:
- Application analyst
- Applications developer
- Business analyst
- Chief technology officer
- Cybersecurity analyst
- Data analyst
- Data scientist
- Database manager
- Information systems manager
- IT analyst
- IT security specialist
- Network engineer
- Penetration tester
- Software engineer
- Systems administrator
- Systems analyst
- UX researcher
- Web content manager
Entry Requirements
The course-specific entry requirements include:
- Offers are tariff based, 104-128 tariff points from a Level 3 qualification.
- A-levels: General Studies and Key Skills are not normally accepted.
- BTEC National Extended Diploma: DMM-DDM.
- Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma: DMM-DDM.
- City & Guilds Advanced Technical Extended Diploma: considered on a case-by-case basis.
- International Baccalaureate Diploma is accepted.
- Welsh Baccalaureate is accepted.
- Access courses are accepted.
- T-levels: considered on a case-by-case basis.
Fees and Costs
The tuition fees for the course are:
- UK and Ireland: ｣9,790 (full-time), ｣1,958 (placement year), ｣1,468 (international experience year).
- International: ｣20,000 (full-time).
Welsh Provision
There are opportunities to study through the medium of Welsh, with scholarships and bursaries available for students who study part of their course in Welsh. The university offers support for Welsh-speaking students, including a Welsh-speaking personal tutor and the opportunity to present work in Welsh.