Cardiff Metropolitan University

BSc Computer Science Internet of Things

Cardiff Metropolitan University

Course overview

The BSc Computer Science (Internet of Things) at Cardiff Metropolitan University is designed to develop skilled professionals in the Internet of Things arm of computer science. It is a 3-year full-time course accredited by recognised bodies such as the BCS, the Chartered Institute for IT, and the IET.

 

During this BSc Computer Science (Internet of Things) in Cardiff Metropolitan University, students will learn how to design, develop, and programme interconnected devices and smart systems, with a solid understanding of networking, embedded systems, data handling, and software development. By graduation, they will be prepared to contribute to the development and deployment of industry-relevant IoT solutions.

 

For this programme, teaching takes place in state-of-the-art laboratories and is student-centred. Students work on individual and group projects, learn through case studies, and engage with virtual learning environments such as Moodle. Notably, each student is assigned a personal tutor. Assessment is carried out through examinations, written reports, programming assignments, technical reports, and in-class tests.

Entry requirements

Applicants to the BSc Computer Science (Internet of Things) at Cardiff Metropolitan University are required to submit a personal statement that highlights the reasons for their interests, alongside their academic documents and credible references.

 

Grade Requirements:

 

  • Applicants must have 104-112 UCAS tariff points, which can be accumulated from level 3 qualifications (A-level, BTEC, IB, etc.). 

  • For an A-level qualification, the minimum grade is CCC (3 relevant subjects), while a “DMM” grade is acceptable for the BTECs.

  • International students may submit the IB diploma with 2 x H5 grades (No specific subject required).

 

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 allowed.

Scholarships

  • Alumni Discount

    The Alumni Discount offers a 20% discount on Cardiff Met courses for previous graduates who are enrolling onto postgraduate programmes from September 2026.

    Up to 20% of fees

  • Full Fee Discount

    Award: Up to £1,000

  • Sport Scholarships

    Undergraduate – Home student (UK): £7,000; Undergraduate – International student: £11,000; Postgraduate alumni – Home student (UK) £2,000 + alumni discount Postgraduate alumni – Home student (UK) £4,200.

  • Undergraduate Scholarship

    Award: £2,500

    Up to £2,500

Career opportunities

With a BSc Computer Science (Internet of Things) from Cardiff Metropolitan University, students can pursue a career in business as

 

  • Internet of Things (IoT) Engineer

  • Embedded Systems Developer

  • Network Systems Engineer

  • Smart Systems / Automation Engineer

  • Software Developer (IoT Applications)

Cost of study

The tuition fee for a BSc Computer Science (Internet of Things) at Cardiff Metropolitan University is £16,000 per year for the full-time option.

Admission

To apply for this course, you’ll need to go through UCAS. To find out more about this process, speak to one of our trained counsellors.

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