Computer Science

University of Reading
Undergraduate BSc (Hons) Full-time 3 Years Computer science

A-Level Entry

ABB

Avg. Graduate Salary

£32,000

About this course

Develop valuable, sought-after computing knowledge and skills, and set yourself on the path to a wide range of professions, with our BSc Computer Science degree.

Reading has the fourth highest number of digital tech organisations in the UK ("UK’s Top Digital Tech Cities", March 2020, The Data City) and in 2023 ranked 2nd in The Data City’s list of UK AI hotspots. From start-ups and SMEs to multinational companies such as Microsoft, Oracle, Cisco Systems and Intel, future employers are right on your doorstep.

You'll join the University of Reading’s Department of Computer Science, where 100% of our research impact has been classed outstanding or very considerable (REF 2021, combining 4* and 3* submissions – Computer Science and Informatics).

This three-year course focuses on the essential skills and knowledge needed to give you a head start in a computing or computer-related career.

For more information, please visit our course page: https://www.reading.ac.uk/ready-to-study/study/subject-area/computer-science-ug/bsc-computer-science

Entry Requirements

A-Level Grades ABB
Scottish Higher AABBB
Scottish Advanced Higher ABB
BTEC DDM

Career Prospects

Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

5244 Computer system and equipment installers and servicers
2139 Information technology professionals
2134 Programmers and software development professionals
3131 IT operations technicians
3132 IT user support technicians
2133 IT business analysts, architects and systems designers

Course Details

Qualification
Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
2025
Academic Year
2025
Campus / Location
Reading
Scheme
Undergraduate
Subjects
Computer science
Avg. Graduate Salary
£32,000