Computer Science BSc (Hons) at Northumbria University

Programme overview

Computer Science BSc (Hons) at Northumbria gives you the technical depth and real-world experience to launch a career at the forefront of the digital industry. Explore everything from software engineering and AI to data science and cybersecurity, building expertise across the disciplines that power today's most in-demand roles. Through hands-on projects and a live consultancy challenge, tailor your learning with optional modules in mobile and web app development, virtual and augmented reality, and data visualisation.

Faculty: School of Computer Science | Duration: 3 years Full Time or 4 years with a placement (sandwich)/study abroad | Study mode: full-time (optional placement/sandwich year) | Intake: September 2027 | Location: Newcastle upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1 core modules: AI Fundamentals, Computational Thinking, Computers & Society, Computing Fundamentals, Data Fundamentals, Programming; Year 2 core modules: Advanced Programming, Algorithms and Data Structures, Human-Computer Interaction; Year 4 core modules: Computing Project, Computing Group Project, Data Security and Governance. Optional modules include Software Architecture, Computer Vision, Computing Consultancy Project, Data Visualization, Digital Forensics Incident Response, IT Service Management.

Career pathways

Throughout this course, you’re encouraged to develop the computational, technical, and professional skills that employers in the computing industry highly value. From software engineering and critical analysis to teamwork, project management, and independent research, the course is designed to build the skills employers look for at both placement and graduate level.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Standard Offer 112 UCAS Tariff Points. From a combination of acceptable Level 3 qualifications which may include: A-level, T Level, BTEC Diplomas/Extended Diplomas, Scottish and Irish Highers, Access to HE Diplomas, or the International Baccalaureate. Contextual Admissions 96 UCAS Tariff points. GCSE Requirements: Applicants will need Maths, Statistics, or Physics and English Language at minimum grade 4/C, or equivalents. International Qualifications: English Language Requirements: International applicants should have a minimum overall IELTS (Academic) score of 6.0 with 5.5 in each component (or an approved equivalent*). UCAS code: G411.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). UK tuition fee for year 1 of 2027/28 entry; later years may rise in line with the fee cap. Source

International applicants: GBP 21,500 a year (2027/28). International tuition fee for year 1 of 2027/28 entry; fees apply to every year of study. Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 3 years Full Time or 4 years with a placement (sandwich)/study abroad

Apply through the official page: https://sits.northumbria.ac.uk/live/sits.urd/run/siw_ipp_lgn.login?process=siw_ipp_app&code1=UUSCMS1&code2=0005

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