University of Northampton

Computer Science BSc (Hons)

University of NorthamptonWaterside Campus, Northampton

Course overview

Computer Science BSc enables students to acquire a range of theoretical principles. This is done through engaging with concepts and theories, developing practical skills across the broad range of fields within the subject, and applying these in the creation of tools and systems to solve real world problems. Our Computing course is carefully designed to strike an all-around balance among key aspects of computer science.

The course covers essential theories in the field with an emphasis on practical skills for implementation of a variety of applications. We are very confident that our graduates will be equipped with all the key skills needed for their future career in the computing industry. For Career after 15 months for Computer Science and Information Systems Guardian Data from the 2026 Computer Science and Information Systems subject table filtered by Career after 15 months.

Key highlights

  • Balances essential computer science theory with practical implementation skills
  • Develops practical skills across the broad range of computing fields
  • Apply skills to build tools and systems solving real-world problems
  • Foundation year route available as a four-year option

Entry requirements

  • A-level: BBC — A typical offer for this BSc in Computer Science could be: BBC at A-Level or, DMM at BTEC or, Merit at T Level
  • BTEC: DMM — A typical offer for this BSc in Computer Science could be: BBC at A-Level or, DMM at BTEC or, Merit at T Level
  • T-level: Merit — A typical offer for this BSc in Computer Science could be: BBC at A-Level or, DMM at BTEC or, Merit at T Level

Scholarships

  • ICAEW Foundation Bursary

    Three annual payments of £4,000

    Up to £12,000

  • John Lowe Accounting and Finance Scholarship

    Scholarship is paid as £1,000 in the second and third years of study.

    Up to £2,000

  • Northampton Energy Elite Athlete Scholarship

    This scheme offers the student athlete a support network enabling them to balance the demands of performance sport with academic study.

  • Reid Science, Engineering, and Computing Bursary

    £500 per year of study

    Up to £1,500

  • TD Lewis Scholarship

    The T D Lewis Scholarship provides both undergraduate and postgraduate students with financial awards of up to £1,000.

    Up to £100

  • The Chancellor's Fund

    Up to £50

  • The University of Northampton International Scholarship

    The University of Northampton International Scholarship Scheme is a merit-based scholarship that provides up to a £4,000 reduction in tuition fees.

  • Wilson Endowment Scholarship

    Successful students will receive three annual payments of £500, one for each year of study.

    Up to £1,500

Careers this course leads to

  • Software Developer
  • Software Engineer
  • Web Developer
  • Systems Analyst
  • Data Analyst
  • IT Consultant

Cost of study

UK/Home: £9,790 per year | International: £17,000 per year

Admission

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