BSc (Hons) Computer Science at University of Surrey

Programme overview

Build a strong platform for an exciting career applying computing and digital technologies across industries with our flexible Computer Science BSc and MEng degrees. You’ll gain hands-on programming experience, develop cybersecurity skills, explore the foundations and latest techniques in AI, and work on collaborative projects.

Duration: 3 years full-time; 4 years with placement year | Study mode: full-time (optional placement year) | Intake: September 2027 (UCAS G400) | Location: Guildford, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Our computer science courses will develop your understanding of the concepts and principles that form the basis of computing systems. We’ll provide you with the balance of knowledge and skills you need to design, implement and troubleshoot software and complex systems to a professional standard. This will involve using languages and tools such as Java, C++, SQL, assembler and Python, plus specialist hardware such as embedded sensor systems or TurtleBots. Year 1 core modules include Foundations of Computing, Computer Logic, Data and Database Systems, Data Structures and Algorithms, Operating Systems, Foundations of Computing II, Software Engineering and Object-oriented Programming, Academic and Professional Skills Development in Computer Science.

Career pathways

Our computer science degrees are designed to prepare you to work at the cutting edge of computing and its applications. They combine technology, industry relevance and professional training to produce highly employable people.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A-level ABB. Required subjects: Mathematics. BTEC DDD. Additionally, A-level Mathematics at Grade B. IB Diploma 33. Required subjects: Mathematics Analysis and Approaches HL5/SL6 or Mathematics Applications and Interpretations HL5. IELTS Academic 6.0 overall with 5.5 in each element.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). UK standard-year tuition fee; placement year fee approximately 20% of UK full-time fee Source

International applicants: GBP 28,100 a year (2027/28). Overseas standard-year tuition fee; placement year fees apply separately Source

Intake: September 2027 (UCAS G400)

Duration: 3 years full-time; 4 years with placement year

Apply through the official page: https://www.surrey.ac.uk/apply/undergraduate

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