BSc (Hons) · 2027 entry
Computer Science
Three years full-time, or four with a paid placement. September start. Taught on campus in seminar groups of no more than 18.
| Typical offer | 104–112 UCAS tariff points (BBC–BCC at A-level, or equivalent) |
|---|---|
| Duration | 3 years full-time · 4 years with placement |
| UCAS code | G401 · Institution L55 |
| Start date | September 2027 |
| Study mode | Full-time, on campus |
| Accreditation | Accredited by the British Computer Society (BCS) |
Why study computer science here?
Our computer science degree is built around doing: writing code from week one, working in small teams, and shipping something real before you graduate. Teaching takes place in the Wharfside engineering studios, with dedicated labs, a maker space and a robotics workshop.
You will cover the foundations of programming, systems and mathematics in year one, choose a specialism in year two, and complete an honours project in your final year. The optional placement year gives you a paid role with one of our partner employers across the East Midlands.
What you will study
- Programming foundations Year 1 · core
- Data structures and algorithms Year 1 · core
- Computer systems and networks Year 1 · core
- Mathematics for computing Year 1 · core
- Software engineering practice Year 2 · core
- Databases and information systems Year 2 · core
- Artificial intelligence methods Year 2 · optional
- Robotics project lab Year 2 · optional
- Cybersecurity principles Year 2 · optional
- Honours project Year 3 · core
Entry requirements
BBC–BCC at A-level, or an equivalent Level 3 qualification such as a BTEC Extended Diploma (DMM), T-level (Merit) or Access to HE Diploma (30 credits at Merit). GCSE mathematics at grade 4/C or above is required.
International applicants need IELTS 6.0 overall with no component below 5.5, or an accepted equivalent. We make contextual offers for care-experienced applicants and students from areas with low participation in higher education.
How you will be assessed
Most modules are assessed through coursework and practical projects rather than exams alone. Typical modules combine two or three pieces of assessed work with a short practical test, and the honours project is assessed by dissertation and demonstration.
Careers
Recent graduates have gone into software engineering, data analysis, cyber security and technical consulting, with starting salaries in the region of £28,000–£34,000. Our careers team runs employer sessions each term and supports placement applications in year two.
Come and see the studios
Our next open day is on Saturday 5 December, 10am–3pm. You will meet the teaching team, tour the labs and sit in on a taster seminar.
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