BSc Computer Science
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Computer Science, a computer science degree focusing on application development, systems design, and software engineering. Core topics include Programming, Embedded Systems, Data Analysis, Laboratory Techniques, Research Methods, and Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning. Students can opt for a four-year structure incorporating a year-long industry placement between the second and third years. The first year covers core fundamentals through compulsory modules such as Programming 01 - Introduction to Programming, Mathematics and Problem Solving, Security Systems and Products, and Software Engineering, establishing basic problem-solving abilities and software design methods. The second year progresses to more advanced concepts via modules including Programming 03 - Systems Programming and Scripting, Database Systems, Computer Networks, and Artificial Intelligence, exploring database management and data mining. The final year involves a compulsory Dissertation project alongside core study in The Internet of Things and Data Analytics. Students can also choose from optional modules covering areas such as Immersive Computing, Privacy and Data Protection, Network Security Architecture and Operations, Advanced Web Development, Cloud Computing Security and Compliance, and Smartphone App Design and Development.
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Entry requirements
Minimum entry requirements: 104 UCAS Tariff points; and 3 GCSEs at grade C/4 or above (or equivalent) including English Language and Maths.
What students say
Based on about 12 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 83%
- Learning opportunities: 78%
- Assessment and feedback: 92%
- Academic support: 87%
- Organisation and management: 76%
- Learning resources: 89%
- Student voice: 81%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 45 students who started
- Continued on course: 85%
- Left higher education: 5%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 10%
What graduates do next
Based on about 10 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 60%
- Working and studying: 20%
- Further study: 5%
- Unemployed: 5%
Most common jobs
- Information Technology Professionals: 40%
- Elementary occupations: 15%
- Science, engineering and technology associate professionals: 15%
- Sales occupations: 10%
- Managers, directors and senior officials: 10%
- Find their work meaningful: 80%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 75%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 45%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 20 graduates, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- North East: 10%
- North West: 5%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 75%
- London: 5%
- South East: 5%
Who gets in
Based on about 65 students who started
- A levels: 94%
- Access course: 2%
- A degree: 2%
- No formal qualifications: 3%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Accredited by BCS, the Chartered Institute for IT for the purposes of fully meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered IT Professional.
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Gold for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Programming 01 - Introduction to Programming
- Mathematics and Problem Solving
- Security Systems and Products
- Programming 02 - Programming for the Web
- Operating Systems
- Software Engineering
- Programming 03 - Systems Programming and Scripting
- Database Systems
- Computer Networks
- Programming 04 – Advanced Programming
- Artificial Intelligence
- Professional and Research Practices
- Dissertation
- The Internet of Things
- Data Analytics
- Immersive Computing
- Privacy and Data Protection
- Network Security Architecture and Operations
- Advanced Web Development
- Cloud Computing Security and Compliance
- Smartphone App Design and Development
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Computer Science at York St John University earn?
The median salary is £26,000 after 15 months, £26,500 after 3 years, £36,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £25,000 and £48,000. The £36,000 median after five years is the same as the UK median for Computer science.
What do graduates of BSc Computer Science at York St John University 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 York St John 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 York St John University?
The average entrant had 119 UCAS points.
Is BSc Computer Science at York St John University accredited?
Yes. Accredited by BCS, the Chartered Institute for IT for the purposes of fully meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered IT Professional.
Does BSc Computer Science at York St John University include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional placement year.
How many students continue on BSc Computer Science at York St John University?
85% of students continued into their second year, and 5% left higher education.