BSc Computer Science
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Computer Science BSc (Hons), a computer science degree focusing on technical and practical aspects of computing systems. Core topics include Programming, Systems Design, Computer Architecture, Data Analysis, Statistics, Research Methods, and Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning. The course is available in full-time, full-time with a foundation year, and part-time study modes. The first year establishes fundamental technical concepts through compulsory modules such as Problem Solving and Programming, Mathematics for Computer Science, Computer Systems, and Software Engineering Fundamentals. The second year advances core knowledge via Relational Databases, Data Structures and Algorithms, Operating Systems, and Systems Design and Development, alongside a collaborative group project. The final year involves specialized study in areas like Modern Databases, Cybersecurity and Applied Cryptography, and AI Concepts and Applications, culminating in the Computing Project Dissertation.
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Entry requirements
A typical offer for this BSc in Computer Science could be: BBC at A-Level or, DMM at BTEC or, Merit at T Level Further Information: Applicants will be expected to have achieved GCSE Mathematics (or equivalent) at grade C/4 or above. We welcome international applicants and applications from students with a range of non-traditional educational or professional qualifications. Integrated Foundation Year (IFY) Entry Requirements: Admission to this foundation course is: DEE at A Level or, MPP at BTEC or, Pass (D or E) at T Level However, we would also like to hear from you if you have professional or industry experience instead, a range of other qualifications or self-developed subject knowledge that relates to the course you wish to study.
What students say
Based on about 21 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 76%
- Learning opportunities: 73%
- Assessment and feedback: 73%
- Academic support: 80%
- Organisation and management: 75%
- Learning resources: 78%
- Student voice: 61%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 45 students who started
- Continued on course: 80%
- Left higher education: 15%
What graduates do next
Based on about 15 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 75%
- Working and studying: 10%
- Further study: 5%
- Unemployed: 5%
Most common jobs
- Information Technology Professionals: 45%
- Science, engineering and technology associate professionals: 10%
- Skilled trades occupations: 5%
- Customer service occupations: 5%
- Managers, directors and senior officials: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 75%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 65%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 75%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 80 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 1%
- North West: 1%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 1%
- East Midlands: 44%
- West Midlands: 8%
- East of England: 12%
- London: 15%
- South East: 15%
- South West: 3%
- Northern Ireland: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 50 students who started
- A levels: 100%
Accreditation & quality ratings
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Silver for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Professional and Academic Skills for University Study
- Applied Learning Project
- Foundations in Technology
- Problem Solving and Programming
- Mathematics for Computer Science
- Computer Systems
- Computer Communications
- Web Development
- Software Engineering Fundamentals
- Relational Databases
- Data Structures and Algorithms
- Group Project
- Web Programming
- Operating Systems
- Systems Design and Development
- Media Technology
- Modern Databases
- Cybersecurity and Applied Cryptography
- AI Concepts and Applications
- Computing Project Dissertation
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Computer Science at University of Northampton earn?
The median salary is £35,000 after 15 months, £26,000 after 3 years, £33,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £26,500 and £42,500. 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 University of Northampton do next?
90% 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 University of Northampton?
76% 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 University of Northampton?
The typical offer is BBC at A level. The average entrant had 82 UCAS points.
How many students continue on BSc Computer Science at University of Northampton?
80% of students continued into their second year, and 15% left higher education.