Computing

Program Overview

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Computing BSc (Hons)

Turn your interest in computing into a rewarding career with this degree course.

Key Information

UCAS Code:

GG46

Accreditation:

This course is Accredited by the British Computer Society (The Chartered Institute for IT), fully meeting the educational requirement for CITP and partially meeting the educational requirement for CEng.

Typical Offer:

112-120 UCAS points from 2 or 3 A levels, or equivalent, to include a relevant subject.

Study Mode and Duration

• 3 years full-time
• 4 years sandwich with work placement

Start Date:

September 2025

Course Information

Overview

Millions of people rely on sophisticated technology every day – measuring our health goals, tracking our spending, or using networks like the internet and cloud computing to connect with our families, friends and workplaces. Be part of creating future transformative technology as you harness computing, embrace the world of AI, and make your mark on the lives of millions.

On this BSc (Hons) Computing degree, you’ll learn how to turn your interest in computing into a career. You’ll develop skills across topics such as software engineering, programming, interface design and evaluation, databases, and network management and security.

You'll be able to use these skills, and those you choose to specialise in, to build a career as a computing professional in any number of fast-paced industries, including finance, construction, transport, technology, health and government.

Course Highlights

• Tailor your degree to match your career ambitions and interests, with optional modules such as 3D animation, ethical hacking, the Internet of Things and cryptography
• Get the chance to attend workplace trips, pop-up lectures and hack days where you'll collaborate on projects with other students and solve challenging problems
• Benefit from our Student Union clubs and societies, such as the IT Society, AI and Robotics Club and Gaming Society
• Apply your skills to real issues through our work with charities and organisations such as Code Club, which places students in afterschool clubs to help 9-13-year-olds with their Scratch, HTML/CSS, and Python projects

Accreditation

This course is accredited by the British Computer Society (The Chartered Institute for IT), fully meeting the educational requirement for CITP and partially meeting the educational requirement for CEng.

Entry Requirements

Typical Offer (September 2025 start)

• UCAS points - 112-120 points from 2 or 3 A levels, or equivalent, to include a relevant subject.
• A levels - BBB-BBC, to include a relevant subject.
• Relevant subjects: Mathematics; Further Mathematics; Statistics; Computer Science; Software Systems Development; Electronics; Physics; Information Technology; Economics.
• T-levels - Merit
• Acceptable T Level Subjects: T Level in Digital: Digital Production, Design and Development, T Level in Construction: Design, Surveying and Planning, T Level in Digital Business Services, T Level in Digital Support and Services, T Level in Science, T Level in Engineering and Manufacturing Design and Development, T Level in Maintenance, Installation and Repair for Engineering and Manufacturing, T Level in Engineering, Manufacturing, Processing and Control
• BTECs (Extended Diplomas) - DDM-DMM
• International Baccalaureate - 29

English Language Requirements

• English language proficiency at a minimum of IELTS band 6.0 with no component score below 5.5.

Careers and Opportunities

The skills you learn on this course are in line with what employers are looking for, and make it likely that you'll graduate into a market where your computing skills are highly sought after – in April 2021, more than 40,000 'open' job roles asked for related computer science skills and qualifications.

If you want to push the limits of where computing can go, you could continue your studies to MSc or PhD level, specialising in areas such as health informatics, forensic IT and networking.

Graduate Destinations

Our graduates have worked for companies such as:

• BAE Systems
• Fujitsu
• Barclays
• Metricell
• Macquarie
• JP Morgan
• Chase & Co

What Jobs You Can Do with a Computing Degree?

Our graduates now work in roles including:

• cloud engineer
• client support analyst
• project manager
• field application engineer
• IT business analyst
• network performance developer
• software developer

Ongoing Career Support – up to 5 years after you graduate

Get experience while you study, with support to find part-time jobs, volunteering opportunities, and work experience.

Towards the end of your degree and for up to five years after graduation, you’ll receive one-to-one support from our Graduate Recruitment Consultancy to help you find your perfect role.

Placement Year (optional)

Taking an optional placement year gives you the experience you need to increase your chances of landing your perfect role after graduation. You could work in a paid role in a professional organisation (our students earn an average salary of £19,000 during their placements) or set up your own business, giving you the chance to grow your professional network and enhance your CV.

We'll give you all the support you need to find a placement that prepares you for your career, and we'll continue to mentor you throughout your placement.

You could also choose to set up your own business, or take a voluntary placement.

Modules

Each module on this course is worth a certain number of credits.

In each year, you need to study modules worth a total of 120 credits. For example, four modules worth 20 credits and one module worth 40 credits.

Year 1

• Architecture and Operating Systems - 20 credits
• Core Computing Concepts - 20 credits
• Database Systems Development - 20 credits
• Networks - 20 credits
• Programming 1 - 20 credits
• Programming 2 - 20 credits

Year 2

• Software Engineering Theory and Practice - 20 credits
• User Experience Design and Implementation - 20 credits
• Database Principles - 20 credits
• Operating Systems and Internetworking - 20 credits
• Business Information Systems Security - 20 credits

Year 3

• Engineering Project - 40 credits
• Advanced Networks - 20 credits
• Usability Testing - 20 credits

Optional Modules

• 3D Computer Graphics and Animation - 20 credits
• Big Data - 20 credits
• Discrete Mathematics and Functional Programming - 20 credits
• Data Analytics and Visualisation - 20 credits
• Ethical Hacking - 20 credits
• Security and Cryptography - 20 credits
• Web Programming - 20 credits
• Artificial Intelligence - 20 credits
• Distributed Systems and Security - 20 credits
• Graphics and Computer Vision - 20 credits
• Practical Data Analytics and Mining - 20 credits
• Project Management - 20 credits
• Security Management - 20 credits
• Advanced Database Concepts - 20 credits
• Business Analytics - 20 credits
• Digital Enterprise and Innovation - 20 credits
• Internet of Things - 20 credits
• IT and Internetworking Security - 20 credits

Teaching

Teaching methods on this course include:

• lectures
• seminars
• digital laboratory work
• project work

Assessment

You’ll be assessed through:

• multiple choice tests
• in-class exercises
• essays and portfolio work
• written exams
• mini projects
• presentations
• case studies
• blogs

Supporting You

The amount of timetabled teaching you'll get on your degree might be less than what you're used to at school or college, but you'll also get support via video, phone and face-to-face from teaching and support staff to enhance your learning experience and help you succeed. You can build your personalised network of support from the following people and services:

Types of Support

• Personal tutor
• Learning support tutors
• Laboratory support
• Academic skills support
• Wellbeing and mental health support
• Disability advice and additional support
• Library support
• Mathematics and stats support
• Support with English

Costs and Funding

Tuition Fees

• UK/Channel Islands and Isle of Man students – £9,535 per year (may be subject to annual increase)
• EU students – £9,535 a year (including Transition Scholarship – may be subject to annual increase)
• International (non-EU) students – £19,200 per year (subject to annual increase)

Additional Course Costs

• Accommodation and living costs
• Recommended reading
• General costs
• Final year project
• Placement year and study abroad tuition fees

Apply

Ready to Apply?

To start this course in 2025, apply through UCAS. You'll need:

• the UCAS course code – GG46
• our institution code – P80

Apply now through UCAS.

If you'd prefer to apply directly, use our online application form.

You can also sign up to an Open Day to:

• Tour our campus, facilities and halls of residence
• Speak with lecturers and chat with our students
• Get information about where to live, how to fund your studies and which clubs and societies to join

If you're new to the application process, read our guide on applying for an undergraduate course.

Applying from Outside the UK

As an international student you'll apply using the same process as UK students, but you’ll need to consider a few extra things.

You can get an agent to help with your application. Check your country page for details of agents in your region.

Find out what additional information you need in our international students section.

If you don't meet the English language requirements for this course yet, you can achieve the level you need by successfully completing a pre-sessional English programme before you start your course.