Canterbury Christ Church University

BSc Computing

Canterbury Christ Church University

Course overview

The BSc Computing at Canterbury Christ Church University is a hands-on degree that helps you learn the key skills needed to start a career in computing and information technology (IT). This course is a good choice if you want to work in the growing tech industry.

You will study key topics such as computer networks, databases, computer science, and cybersecurity. You will also learn helpful business skills in areas like online business (e-business), user-friendly design (usability), and how to make organisations work better. These are skills that many employers want.

During the course, you will use tools and technologies that professionals use at work. You will also do real-life projects, both on your own and in groups. The course uses a learning method called CDIO. This means you will Conceive (plan), Design, Implement (build), and Operate your own computing projects—just like in a real job.

Studying the BSc Computing at Canterbury Christ Church University will help you develop strong technical and problem-solving skills. When you finish the course, you will be ready for jobs in IT support, software development, system design, or cybersecurity.

Entry requirements

Grade Requirements:

  • To study this course, applicants must have UCAS Tariff points of 112 in qualifications such as A-Levels in BBC, BTEC at DDM, and International Baccalaureate of 29 points. 
  • A combination of qualifications totalling 112 UCAS points is also accepted.  

English Proficiency:

  • International students whose first language is not English are required to show proficiency in English by having an IELTS overall score of 6.0 with no element below 5.5. 
  • Equivalent tests such as Pearson PTE Academic, TOEFL iBT, and Oxford ELLT are also accepted.

Scholarships

  • Academic Excellence Scholarship

    You will receive £2,000.

    Up to £2,000

  • International Student Scholarship

    You will gain a reduction of £1,500 from your fees for each year of full-time study.

    Up to £1,500

  • Partner Schools Award

    You will receive up to £1,500 over three years.

    Up to £1,500

  • Sanctuary Scholarship

    Tuition fee support: you will be offered a tuition fee waiver until you are awarded status that entitles you to access statutory student support. This does not cover repeat years of study.

Career opportunities

Graduates of BSc Computing from CCCU can find employment in roles such as the following: 

  • Software Developer 
  • Mobile App Developer
  • Game Developer 
  • Data Scientist 
  • Business Intelligence Analyst
  • Cybersecurity Analyst

Cost of study

The 2025/26 annual tuition fee for the BSc Computing at Canterbury Christ Church University is £15,500. Please note that fees are provisional and are, therefore, subject to change.

Admission

You can apply for this course through the UCAS platform. For more information about the eligibility and application processes, please reach out to any of our trained counsellors at AHZ.

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