Computer Science

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

A-Level Entry

See entry requirements

UCAS Points

96 - 112 points

About this course

Course Overview

Computers have become an essential part of our daily lives. There has never been a better time to design and develop the systems and software that we use in everyday life. This Computer Science degree will prepare you for the many computer science jobs in the future.

Why study with us

  • After completing your second year you can undertake a one year industrial placement. Most of these are UK-based, but our students have worked as far afield as Europe, Australia, Japan and the USA.

  • You’ll benefit from our international research expertise in user experience, computer security, software engineering and agile project management.

  • There’s an emphasis on software development, including databases and user interface design, and optional modules covering everything from Artificial Intelligence (AI) to the Internet of Things.

    What you’ll do

  • There’s an emphasis on practical work. You’ll develop technical skills including programming, data structure, developing databases and distributed systems.

  • You’ll apply your software development skills to the challenge of developing interactive games using 3D graphics while working with clients and other developers.

  • You’ll manage software projects, apply industry-standard software development techniques to modern applications, and learn to program effectively in C++.

    Accreditations

  • We are an Educational Member of the British Computer Society providing benefits to our students such a free BCS membership for the duration of their Computer Science course. This help connections with the tech industry through BCS mentors, enables access to bespoke events with industry experts, as well as interactive career tools include CV writer, interview simulator, personal assessments and e-learning.

    Future careers

    Qualifying as a Computer Scientist will open doors to a huge range of careers and enable you to make your mark as the digital revolution as it transforms every aspect of the world around us.

    • Entry Requirements

    A-Level Grades See entry requirements
    UCAS Tariff Points 96 - 112 points
    BTEC MMM - DMM

    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
    2141 Web design professionals
    3131 IT operations technicians
    2133 IT business analysts, architects and systems designers

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    UCAS Points

    96 points

    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
    Preston
    Scheme
    Undergraduate
    Subjects
    Computer science

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    University of Central Lancashire

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