BEng Computer Science (Software Engineering) at University of Sheffield

Programme overview

As well as a grounding in the fundamentals of Computer Science, you’ll learn the skills needed to design, develop and maintain secure and dependable software systems. You’ll develop skills in project management, teamwork and working with clients - highly valued by our graduate employers.

Department: School of Computer Science | Duration: 3 years | Intake: September 2027 | Location: Sheffield, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Sample modules by year. First year: Introduction to Software Engineering, Foundations of Computer Science, Java Programming, Practical Algorithms and Data Structures. Second year: Programming Language Principles, Cybersecurity in Action and Professional Issues, Databases and Logic in Computer Science, Automata, Computation and Complexity. Third year: Dissertation Project, Advanced Software Engineering, Introduction to Speech and Audio Processing, 3D Computer Graphics and Image Processing.

Career pathways

Computer science programmes at the University of Sheffield will empower you to navigate the ever-changing field of computer science. You will develop the skills necessary to push the boundaries of current knowledge and shape the future digital landscape. Your future career is in safe hands with one of our degrees – Sheffield is among the best in the UK for computer science. Our graduates are highly sought-after across a diverse range of industries: software engineering, data science, cybersecurity, web or mobile development, IT and Digital consultancy and emerging fields such as Artificial Intelligence and cloud computing.

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Entry requirements

Standard offer for 2027 entry. A Levels: AAA; AAB (AAA, including Maths; AAB, including A in Maths and B in Computer Science). A Levels + a fourth Level 3 qualification: AAB, including A in Maths + A in the EPQ; AAB, including A in Maths + A in AS or A Level Further Maths. International Baccalaureate: 36, with 6 in HL Maths; 34, with 6 in HL Maths, and A in the Extended Essay; 34, with 6 in HL Maths and 5 in HL Computer Science. BTEC Extended Diploma: DDD in Engineering, Applied Science (including Biomedical Science, Analytical & Forensic Science, and Physical Science streams), IT or Computing + A in A Level Maths. BTEC Diploma: DD in Engineering, Applied Science, IT or Computing + A in A Level Maths. T Level: Distinction in the Digital Production, Design and Development T Level, including grade A in the core component + A in A Level Maths. Scottish Highers + Advanced Higher/s: AAAAB + A in Maths; AABBB + A in Maths and B in Computing Science. Welsh Baccalaureate + 2 A Levels: A + AA, including Maths; A + A in Maths and B in Computer Science. Access to HE Diploma: Award of Access to HE Diploma in a relevant subject, with 45 credits at Level 3, including 39 at Distinction (to include 18 credits in Maths), and 6 at Merit. English language: GCSE English Language at grade 4/C, or IELTS 6.5 overall with at least 6.0 in each component, or an alternative acceptable English language qualification.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). Standard annual undergraduate tuition fee for new home students; reduced for year abroad/placement years. Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 3 years

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