BSc (Hons) Computer Science at University of Staffordshire

Programme overview

This BSc (Hons) gives a foundation in digital technologies, artificial intelligence, network concepts, cyber security, programming, software development and cloud computing. Students complete live briefs and simulated companies, can gain AWS and Cisco certifications, and most opt for a paid placement year. The final-year graduate show, GradEX, lets students present projects to industry judges and employers.

Duration: 3 years full-time (4 years with a placement year or a foundation year) | Intake: January 2027; September 2027; January 2028 | Location: Stoke-on-Trent, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Modules include Computing Project, Cyber Security and Artificial Intelligence, Programming Concepts, Data Structures and Algorithms, Computing Teamwork, Professional Practice and Business Analysis, Full Stack Development, AI Algorithms and Machine Learning, Digital Forensics Fundamentals, Ethical Hacking, Networking Architecture and Software Testing and Assurance.

Career pathways

Computer Science graduates are sought by employers and some join placement firms full-time; many work as junior engineers, and cloud technologies are a growth area.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Typical offer: 112-120 UCAS points; A-levels BBC; BTEC Extended Diploma DMM. Other UK qualifications accepted: Access to HE Diploma (Pass with a minimum of 80 UCAS tariff points, with a reduced tariff offer for Access applicants), UAL Level 3 Extended Diploma (Merit overall); OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma (DMM); T Levels (minimum overall grade of P (A*-C) or Higher Pass as a condition of offer). Scottish Highers/Advanced Highers, the Irish Leaving Certificate and Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales are considered, with offers normally in line with the standard requirements and possibly with specific grades in relevant subjects. Ideally applicants hold GCSE Maths at grade C (grade 4) or above; applicants without it are advised to contact the University. International and mature students with different qualifications and experience are encouraged to apply. Foundation-year entry (4-year route): 48 UCAS points; A-levels A, DD or EEE; BTEC PPP. International applicants: IELTS Academic 6.0 overall with at least 5.5 in each component is the University standard for most courses.

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,790 a year (2026/27). Full-time, January 2027 start Source

International applicants: GBP 17,085 a year (2026/27). Full-time, January 2027 start Source

Intake: January 2027; September 2027; January 2028

Duration: 3 years full-time (4 years with a placement year or a foundation year)

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