Edge Hill University

BSc Computing

Edge Hill University

Course overview

The BSc (Hons) Computing at Edge Hill University is designed to give you the knowledge and practical skills necessary to start a career in the digital world. In this course, you study computing principles and technologies applied in areas such as programming, networks, big data, security, and human-computer interaction.

The BSc (Hons) Computing at Edge Hill University will teach you how computing concepts and technical methods are used across domains like gaming, ecommerce, graphics, database systems, and cybersecurity. You will learn to apply these techniques in hands-on environments and critically evaluate emerging technologies.

Teaching and learning include lectures and seminars, computing lab workshops, virtual reality experiences in the £13 million Tech Hub, group work, and real-world project briefs. Assessment comes in the form of practical exercises, reports, essays, examinations, group projects, presentations, and a final research and development project or an optional industry sandwich year work placement.

Entry requirements

To study BSc Computing at Edge Hill University, you must meet the following requirements:

Grade Requirements:

  • You should have 112-120 UCAS points from either A-levels (BBC-BBB), BTEC (DMM), or other equivalent qualifications.
  • You may also submit an International Baccalaureate Diploma with points equal to the required UCAS points.

English Proficiency:

  • Non-native English speakers may need to demonstrate proficiency in the language, typically through an IELTS score of at least 6.0. TOEFL or other equivalents are also accepted.

Scholarships

  • Alumni Loyalty Scholarship

    A £1,000 tuition fee discount will be automatically applied to international fee-paying students.

    Up to £1,000

  • Global Vice-Chancellor’s Award

    We are delighted to offer the Global Vice-Chancellor’s Award, a scholarship worth £3,000 for international fee-paying students studying an eligible full-time undergraduate, postgraduate taught and postgraduate research degree

    Up to £3,000

  • Sports Scholarship for Applicants

    Gold - up to £1,000; Silver - Up to £500; Bronze - Up to £250 per academic year.

Career opportunities

With a BSc in Computing from Edge Hill University, you are open to the jobs below:

  • Software Developer
  • IT Support Analyst
  • Web Developer
  • Data Analyst
  • Network Engineer
  • Cybersecurity Analyst

Cost of study

The tuition fee (2025/2026 session) to study BSc Computing at Edge Hill University is £17,000 per year of study.

Admission

To apply for this course, you’ll need to go through the university’s postgraduate application portal. To find out more about this process, speak to one of our trained counsellors.

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