BSc (Hons) Computer Science with Mathematics at Liverpool John Moores University

Programme overview

Develop sound practical and theoretical skills in computer science and mathematics The BSc (Hons) Computer Science with Mathematics joint honours degree at Liverpool John Moores University is informed by industry requirements and internationally important research. There are many exciting paid placement opportunities thanks to our extensive links with employers. About the BSc (Hons) Computer Science with Mathematics degree You will gain the required academic and theoretical skills to pursue a career in computer science plus advanced practical skills relating to the theory, practice, tools and applications of contemporary software technologies.

Faculty: Faculty of Health, Innovation, Technology and Science | Department: School of Computer Science and Mathematics | Duration: 3 years full-time; 4 years with placement year | Study mode: full-time, optional placement year (sandwich) | Intake: September (2027/28 entry) | Location: Liverpool, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1 core modules: Mathematical Methods, Linear Algebra, Intro to Programming, Foundations of Computer Science, Computer Science Workshop, Web Development I. Year 2 core modules: Further Mathematical Methods, Differential Equations, Group Project, Database Systems, Artificial Intelligence, Automata, Languages and Computation. Year 3 core modules: Project, Introduction to Data Science, Computer Graphics and Visualisation, Contemporary Concepts in Computer Science, Virtualisation and Cloud Computing.

Career pathways

The BSc Honours degree in Computer Science and Mathematics at LJMU leads to a wide range of career opportunities in the Computing or Information Technology industry, including: Application Analyst, Systems Manager, Applications Developer, Web Designer or Developer, Software Engineer, Programmer, plus roles managing technology to support a range of public and private sector organisations.

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Entry requirements

Typical offer: BBC (112). GCSEs and equivalents: Grade 4 or grade C or above in English Language and Mathematics/ Numeracy. A levels: BBC Minimum Number of A Levels: 2; Maximum AS UCAS Points: 20; Subject requirements: Mathematics A level (Grade C or above) is required. BTECs: Extended Diploma: DMM from a relevant subject area is required if no other level 3 qualifications are taken (must include appropriate mathematical content). Access awards: Acceptable on its own and combined with other qualifications Access programme must have been taken be in a relevant subject area and include appropriate mathematical content. International Baccalaureate: Acceptable on its own and combined with other qualifications including 5 in HL maths. OCR Cambridge Technical: Extended Diploma: DMM from a relevant subject area is required if no other level 3 qualifications are taken (must include appropriate mathematical content). Irish awards: Acceptable on its own and combined with other qualifications from a minimum of 5 subjects.; Must include appropriate mathematical content. T levels: Acceptable on its own and combined with other qualifications.; You need to obtain the required UCAS points from a related subject area.; Must include appropriate mathematical content. IELTS: 6.0 overall with no component below 5.5, taken within two years of the course start date.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). Full-time per year Source

International applicants: GBP 18,740 a year (2027/28). Full-time per year Source

Intake: September (2027/28 entry)

Duration: 3 years full-time; 4 years with placement year

Apply through the official page: https://digital.ucas.com/coursedisplay/courses/0c0af8ce-767c-4cfb-9223-8209019dbf9d?academicYearId=2027

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