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BSc (Hons) Computer Science at University of Southampton

University of Southampton, United Kingdom

Programme overview

On this computer science degree, you'll learn how to design and build software programs and systems. You’ll find out about the latest advances in areas like machine learning, cyber security and computer vision. This will prepare you for success in a fast-moving industry.

Faculty: Engineering and Physical Sciences  |  Department: Computer science and software engineering  |  Duration: 3 years full-time  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Southampton, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

All our computer science degree courses share the same compulsory modules in years 1 and 2, making it easy to switch between them. In the third year, you can tailor your degree by choosing optional modules. The breadth of our research means you’ll have wide range of options to choose from.

Career pathways

Graduates commonly work in sectors including information and communication, manufacturing, education, finance and insurance, public administration and defence, scientific and technical. Careers directly related to the course include computer scientist, data scientist, software engineer, software developer, cyber security engineer, technical consultant, technology analyst, web developer.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A-levels: AAB including mathematics (minimum grade A). IB: Pass, with 34 points overall, with 17 points required at Higher Level including 6 at Higher Level in Mathematics (Analysis and Approaches) or 7 at Higher Level in Mathematics (Applications and Interpretation). Applicants must hold GCSE English language (or GCSE English) (minimum grade 4/C) and mathematics (minimum grade 4/C). IELTS 6.5 overall with at least 6.0 in each component.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year. UK (home) students, tuition for a year of study on the September 2027 entry course page Source

International applicants: GBP 33,000 a year. EU and international students, tuition for a year of study on the September 2027 entry course page Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 3 years full-time

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