BSc (Hons) Computer Science at Loughborough University

Programme overview

Develop a deep understanding of computing fundamentals, informed by industry needs. Our BCS-accredited Computer Science degree will equip you with practical and theoretical computer science skills that are highly sought-after across a range of industries. Computer technology touches almost every part of modern life - from the sophisticated devices and software we use to the ways we collect, store, process, and analyse data.

Faculty: School of Science | Department: Computer Science | Duration: 3 years full-time; 4 years full-time with placement year | Study mode: full-time; optional placement year (sandwich) | Intake: September 2027 | Location: Loughborough, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

On our Computer Science degree you will learn a balance of theory and practice, meeting the demands of both a rapidly evolving subject and those of employers. Year 1 compulsory modules: Introduction to Programming and Databases, Computer Systems and Low-level Programming, Operating Systems, Networks, Security, Logic for Computer Science, Fundamentals of Software Engineering, Mathematics for Computer Science, Introduction to Algorithms, Foundations of Artificial Intelligence, Object Oriented Programming.

Career pathways

Our undergraduate courses are informed by industry needs and give students a thorough grounding in the fundamentals of computing, as well as transferable skills in problem-solving and project work. In addition to the academic content of our degree courses, emphasis is placed on the development of your personal, managerial and presentation skills.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Typical A level offer: AAA including Maths or AAB including Maths and Computer Science. Typical IB offer: 37 (6,6,6 HL) including HL Maths or 35 (6,6,5) including HL Maths and Computer Science. Typical BTEC offer: BTEC Level 3 Extended National Diploma: D*DD plus A level Maths at Grade A; BTEC Level 3 National Diploma: D*D plus A level Maths at Grade A. GCSE: GCSE English Language grade 4/C. Selection: Applicants are usually selected solely on the basis of their UCAS application, but in exceptional cases, an interview may be required. Ghana (WASSCE): Students taking the WASSCE will need to complete a suitable Foundation Year. Loughborough University offers a Foundation Year through ONCAMPUS.

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

International applicants: GBP 31,500 a year (2027/28). full-time, per academic year Source

Intake: September 2027

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

Apply through the official page: https://www.ucas.com/

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