Bournemouth University

BSc (Hons) Computing

Bournemouth UniversityBournemouth University, Talbot Campus

Course overview

Be part of the creation of new technologies that change our lives and the world around us. Learn to solve everyday organisational and end-user problems by analysing, designing and developing technical solutions.

Key highlights

  • Learn to analyse, design and develop technical solutions
  • Tackle everyday organisational and end-user problems through technology
  • Optional minimum 30-week placement year built into the degree
  • Foundation year route available for those needing extra preparation

Entry requirements

  • UCAS tariff points: 104-120 — For September 2026 entry: 104-120 UCAS tariff points (A-level grades BCC-BBB) including a minimum of 2 A-levels or equivalent qualifications.
  • A-level: BCC-BBB — including a minimum of 2
  • BTEC: DMM — BTEC Extended Diploma
  • T-level: Merit — We also accept a wide range of vocational qualifications including BTEC Extended Diploma (grade DMM) and T Levels (Merit).
  • UCAS tariff points: 48-72 — foundation year

Scholarships

  • BU Academic Excellence Scholarship (International)

    £2,500 (tuition fee reduction) for the first year of your study (Level C, I or H).

    Up to £2,500

  • BU Music Scholarships

    Music scholars receive free music lessons and other benefits in kind, such as examination fees and assistance with buying music. This amounts to approximately £600 per year.

  • BU Sport Scholarship

    £0 to £5,000 and/or sport science support.

Careers this course leads to

  • Software developer
  • Systems analyst
  • IT consultant
  • Web developer
  • Business analyst
  • IT support analyst

Cost of study

UK/Home: £9,790 | International: £19,635

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 Bournemouth University, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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