Aberystwyth University

BSc Computer Science (with integrated year studying abroad)

Aberystwyth UniversityAberystwyth, United Kingdom

Course overview

Why study

Computer Science at Aberystwyth University? Employability embedded in the structure of this degree; A degree accredited by the Chartered Institute for IT (BCS), on behalf of the Engineering Council, which gives you a head start when you enter the competitive job market; Access to dedicated Linux, Mac OS X laboratories and central servers; Taught by lecturers who have close links with the industry and software engineering conferences; Access to robotic equipment including Ardvinos, mobile robots and sailing robots. Almost all of the Department of Computer Science lecturers are qualified to PhD level, and those who are not have considerable research or industrial experience.

All new lecturers are required to obtain the PGCTHE, and hence are Senior Fellows or Fellows of the Higher Education Academy. The department also employs a number of part time demonstrators and tutors and some student demonstrators, who are selected from our undergraduate and postgraduate students. Research fellows and research assistants (mostly PhD qualified) may also be involved in delivering occasional teaching when it is appropriate.

Key highlights

  • Accredited by BCS, the Chartered Institute for IT, for the Engineering Council
  • Integrated year studying abroad at a partner institution
  • Employability embedded throughout the structure of the degree
  • Dedicated Linux and Mac OS X laboratories and central servers
  • Robotic equipment including Arduinos, mobile robots and sailing robots
  • Lecturers with close industry links, almost all PhD qualified

Entry requirements

  • UCAS tariff points: 96-120 — UCAS Tariff 120 - 96 A Levels BBB-CCC GCSE requirements (minimum grade C/4): English or Welsh and Mathematics BTEC National Diploma: DDM-MMM International Baccalaureate: 30-26 European Baccalaureate: 75%-65% overall Engl…
  • A-level: BBB-CCC — UCAS Tariff 120 - 96 A Levels BBB-CCC GCSE requirements (minimum grade C/4): English or Welsh and Mathematics BTEC National Diploma: DDM-MMM International Baccalaureate: 30-26 European Baccalaureate: 75%-65% overall Engl…
  • GCSE: C/4 — to include English
  • BTEC: DDM-MMM — BTEC National Diploma
  • International Baccalaureate: 26-30 — …grade C/4): English or Welsh and Mathematics BTEC National Diploma: DDM-MMM International Baccalaureate: 30-26 European Baccalaureate: 75%-65% overall English Language Requirements: See our Undergraduate English Language Re…

Scholarships

  • Aberystwyth Regional Scholarships

    Students will be eligible for a £2,000 reduction in tuition fees for each year of their studies at Aberystwyth University.

    Up to £2,000

  • Caru Aber International Award

    Caru Aber International Award gives a £1,000 tuition fee discount (for every year of study) to any international fee-paying students who spent a period of time studying with us as an associate student.

    Up to £1,000

  • International Accommodation Award

    This award means that for students who choose to live in our on-campus Cwrt Mawr housing, there is no cost for the first year of study.

  • International Family Award

    International Family Award – giving you a £1,000 reduction in tuition fees for every year of your studies.

    Up to £1,000

  • Margaret Evelyn “Lynne” Williams Bursary

    The Bursary is worth £500 during the first year of study and a maximum of two awards will be available each year.

    Up to £500

  • Mathematics Department Award

    Up to £500 a year.

  • Music Scholarships

    £650 a year Music Scholarships are open to UK and international applicants.

    Up to £650

  • Waldo Williams Scholarship

    Successful applicants could receive up to £500 in their first year.

  • Welsh Medium Study Bursary

    Up to £400 a year - for following part or all of your course through the medium of Welsh.

Careers this course leads to

  • Software Engineer
  • Software Developer
  • Web Developer
  • Systems Analyst
  • Data Analyst
  • Cyber Security Analyst

Cost of study

UK/Home: £9,790 per year | International: £21,875 per year

Admission

Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to Aberystwyth University, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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