BSc Computer Science
About this course
BSc (Hons) Computer Science, a computer science degree exploring the design and implementation of modern computing systems. Core topics include Programming, Computer Architecture, Data Analysis, Statistics, Research Methods, Project Management, and Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning. Accredited by the BCS and IET, the programme offers an optional placement year for practical industry experience. The first year covers foundational concepts through Introduction to Programming, Computer Systems, Software Principles, and Operating Systems. The second year progresses to advanced topics via Database Design and Implementation, Software Engineering, Algorithm Analysis and Data Structures, and Digital Security. The final year includes core study in Cloud Computing and Image Processing alongside a substantial Final Project. Students can tailor their studies by choosing optional modules such as Artificial Intelligence, Ethical Hacking and Countermeasures, and Distributed Programming.
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Entry requirements
112-96 UCAS Tariff points. We accept A Levels, T Levels, BTECs, OCR, Access to HE and most other qualifications within the UCAS Tariff. 3 GCSEs at grade C, or grade 4, or above, including English and Maths. If English is not your first language you will be expected to demonstrate a certificated level of proficiency of at least IELTS 6.0 (Academic level) or equivalent English Language qualification, as recognised by Anglia Ruskin University.
What students say
Based on about 8 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 83%
- Learning opportunities: 83%
- Assessment and feedback: 90%
- Academic support: 96%
- Organisation and management: 96%
- Learning resources: 92%
- Student voice: 86%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 30 students who started
- Continued on course: 80%
- Left higher education: 15%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 5%
What graduates do next
Based on about 6 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 75%
- Unemployed: 15%
Most common jobs
- Information Technology Professionals: 40%
- Science, engineering and technology associate professionals: 20%
- Elementary occupations: 15%
- Administrative occupations: 5%
- Secretarial and related occupations: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 80%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 85%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 60%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 105 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North West: 2%
- East Midlands: 4%
- West Midlands: 2%
- East of England: 75%
- London: 9%
- South East: 6%
- South West: 2%
Who gets in
Based on about 45 students who started
- A levels: 100%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Accredited by the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) on behalf of the Engineering Council for the purposes of fully meeting the academic requirement for registration as an Incorporated Engineer and partially meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered Engineer.
- Accredited by BCS, the Chartered Institute for IT on behalf of the Engineering Council for the purposes of partially meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered Engineer.
TEF 2023 (whole university): Gold overall, Gold for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Introduction to Programming
- Computer Systems
- Software Principles
- Operating Systems
- Core Mathematics for Computing
- Into ARU
- Database Design and Implementation
- Software Engineering
- Ruskin Module
- Algorithm Analysis and Data Structures
- Network Routing
- Digital Security
- Computing Research Methodologies
- Professional Issues: Computing and Society
- Image Processing
- Final Project
- Cloud Computing
- Artificial Intelligence
- Ethical Hacking and Countermeasures
- Computer Graphics Programming
- Distributed Programming
- Human Computer Interaction
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Computer Science at Anglia Ruskin University earn?
The median salary is £26,500 after 15 months, £26,500 after 3 years, £33,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £26,500 and £44,000. The £33,000 median after five years is £3,000 less than the UK median for Computer science.
What do graduates of BSc Computer Science at Anglia Ruskin University do next?
75% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2022-23).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Computer Science at Anglia Ruskin University?
83% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2024-25.
What grades do I need for BSc Computer Science at Anglia Ruskin University?
The average entrant had 98 UCAS points.
Is BSc Computer Science at Anglia Ruskin University accredited?
Yes. Accredited by the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) on behalf of the Engineering Council for the purposes of fully meeting the academic requirement for registration as an Incorporated Engineer and partially meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered Engineer. Accredited by BCS, the Chartered Institute for IT on behalf of the Engineering Council for the purposes of partially meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered Engineer.
How many students continue on BSc Computer Science at Anglia Ruskin University?
80% of students continued into their second year, and 15% left higher education.