BSc (Hons) Computing and Digital Technologies at Swansea University

Programme overview

This degree teaches students to code and to question how digital technology is designed, by whom and for whom. Students build software from the first day with a curriculum shaped by industry input, and graduate with a portfolio of their work.

Department: School of Mathematics and Computer Science | Duration: 3 years full-time | Intake: September | Location: Swansea, Wales, United Kingdom

What you will study

Students cover high-demand areas including artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, data science, software engineering and mobile app development, and can explore cloud-based systems, accessible apps and Internet of Things technologies. Work is showcased to employers at the annual Project Fair.

Career pathways

Graduates have found employment as analyst developers, business analysts, computer programmers, electronic engineers, graphic designers, software developers and machine learning engineers with companies including IBM, Google, Disney, Facebook, Microsoft and Sony. The degree also leads to careers in digital and social media, marketing, consultancy, technology solutions and education, with employer links including Google, the DVLA and Admiral.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A level typical offer ABB-CCC. BTEC: DDD in Computing, Information Technology (ICT not accepted) or Forensic Computing and Cyber Security. Access: in Computing, a minimum of 24 Distinctions (including 3 Maths) and 15 Merits at Level 3. T Level: Distinction. Mixed qualifications: 120 UCAS tariff points from the 3 highest scoring qualifications. International Baccalaureate: 32 points. English language for international applicants: IELTS 6.0 with at least 5.5 in each component.

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,790 a year (2026/27). Full-time undergraduate tuition fee for Welsh, English and other UK students. International fee is shown on the course page. Source

International applicants: GBP 22,700 a year (2026/27). Year 1 tuition fee (full-time) Source

Intake: September

Duration: 3 years full-time

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