BSc Computer Science
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Computer Science BSc (Hons), a creative computing degree centred on the technical and practical study of modern computer systems. Core topics include Programming, Data Analysis, Project Management, Ethics & Professional Practice, and Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning. Students have the opportunity to undertake a paid placement year in industry before graduation, with local, national, or international options available. The first year establishes core foundations through compulsory modules such as Cloud And Network Technologies, Computing Project, Cyber Security And Artificial Intelligence, and Programming Concepts. The second year expands technical proficiency with compulsory study in Computing Teamwork, Professional Practice And Business Analysis, Data Structure And Algorithms, Full Stack Development, Ai Algorithms And Machine Learning, Digital Forensics Fundamentals, Ethical Hacking, Networking Architecture, and Software Testing And Assurance. The final year involves advanced study and culminates in the Final Year Project, supported by modules such as Advanced Ai - Data Systems & Distributed Applications and Advanced Computer Science: Emerging Technologies And Contemporary Practice.
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Entry requirements
UCAS: 112-120 UCAS points. A Levels: BBC. BTEC: DMM. Other UK qualifications: Access to HE Diploma - Pass Access with a minimum of 80 UCAS tariff points. Applicants to Staffs who are taking the Access to HE Diploma receive a reduced tariff point offer as part of our access and participation plan activity UAL Level 3 Extended Diploma - grade of Merit overall OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma - grade DMM T Levels - Eligible T Level applications will be asked to achieve a minimum overall grade of P (A*-C) or Higher Pass as a condition of offer International and mature students with different qualifications and experience are also encouraged to apply. We welcome applications from students studying a range of international and UK qualifications, including Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales, Scottish Highers/Advanced Highers and the Irish Leaving Certificate. Offers will normally be made in line with our standard entry requirements and may include specific grade requirements in relevant subjects. Ideally you will be educated in Maths to grade C (Grade 4) at GCSE or above, however, if you do not have this we recommend you to contact the University so we can advise you.
What students say
Based on about 302 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Teaching on my course: 82%
- Learning opportunities: 78%
- Assessment and feedback: 79%
- Academic support: 85%
- Organisation and management: 58%
- Learning resources: 84%
- Student voice: 70%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 715 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- Continued on course: 81%
- Gained a higher qualification: 1%
- Left higher education: 18%
What graduates do next
Based on about 106 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Working: 72%
- Working and studying: 11%
- Further study: 3%
- Unemployed: 7%
Most common jobs
- Information Technology Professionals: 33%
- Web and Multimedia Design Professionals: 13%
- Science, engineering and technology associate professionals: 11%
- Elementary occupations: 8%
- Sales occupations: 7%
- Find their work meaningful: 69%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 66%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 48%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 545 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North West: 11%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 4%
- East Midlands: 10%
- West Midlands: 51%
- East of England: 5%
- London: 4%
- South East: 8%
- South West: 3%
- Wales: 1%
- Scotland: 3%
Who gets in
Based on about 15 students who started, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 70%
- Other HE qualification: 25%
- No formal qualifications: 5%
Accreditation & quality ratings
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Silver for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Cloud And Network Technologies
- Computing Project
- Cyber Security And Artificial Intelligence
- Programming Concepts
- Computing Teamwork, Professional Practice And Business Analysis
- Data Structure And Algorithms
- Full Stack Development
- Ai Algorithms And Machine Learning
- Digital Forensics Fundamentals
- Ethical Hacking
- Networking Architecture
- Software Testing And Assurance
- Advanced Ai - Data Systems & Distributed Applications
- Advanced Computer Science: Emerging Technologies And Contemporary Practice
- Final Year Project
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Computer Science at University of Staffordshire earn?
The median salary is £25,000 after 15 months, £25,000 after 3 years, £30,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £23,000 and £41,000. The £30,500 median after five years is £2,500 less than the UK median for Computing (other).
What do graduates of BSc Computer Science at University of Staffordshire do next?
86% 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 Staffordshire?
82% 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 Staffordshire?
The typical offer is BBC at A level. The average entrant had 117 UCAS points.
How many students continue on BSc Computer Science at University of Staffordshire?
81% of students continued into their second year, and 18% left higher education.