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Computer Science

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  • Undergraduate
Frenchay Campus
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University of the West of England, Bristol
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Course summary

Study Computer Science in one of Bristol’s leading tech hubs and gain skills in AI, software development, and problem-solving. Learn from experts, work on real projects, and access placements with major employers, preparing you for careers from software engineering to AI research.

Our Computer Science and Information Management courses are ranked 401-450 in the QS World University Rankings 2026.

Why study computer science?

Computer science is vital to the economy, in the UK and worldwide.

From online retailing, satellite navigation, enterprise software development and intelligent systems, computer-based solutions transform every part of our lives.

The rapid growth of artificial intelligence (AI) means that jobs that didn't even exist a few years ago are being created to meet demand.

It's an exciting and dynamic field offering endless opportunities for skilled graduates to contribute to all aspects of society.

Why UWE Bristol?

BSc(Hons) Computer Science shows you how to analyse complex problems, design algorithms to solve them, and write the programs that put these solutions into practice.

There's a strong AI focus, and you'll learn from experts, studying and applying AI in a range of environments.

You'll develop a solid foundation in enterprise software development and create algorithms that use data structures to manage huge volumes of data. Learn how to design and develop innovative programs ranging from mobile apps to desktop software and large-scale enterprise systems.

Attend talks from professionals and apply your learning through hands-on projects that solve real-world problems.

Bristol is recognised as a high-tech 'super-cluster', with over 30,000 people employed in the industry. You'll be able to work alongside some of them by undertaking a work placement, with companies such as Microsoft, IBM, or GCHQ.

Our BSc(Hons) Computer Science is accredited by the British Computer Society (BCS), the Chartered Institute for IT.

Where can it take me?

After graduating, you could become a software developer, user experience (UX/UI) designer, AI researcher, smart healthcare, database administrator, web developer, Computer Scientist, IoT (Internet of Things) specialist, systems architect, DevOps engineer and more.

Graduates of this Computer Science degree have gone on to work in companies including Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE), Rolls Royce, BAE Systems and the Ministry of Defence (MoD).

Professional bodies

Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.

  • British Computer Society

Ways to study this course

Campuses

  • Frenchay Campus

Study options

  • Bachelor of Science (with Honours) • Full-Time • 3 Years
  • Bachelor of Science (with Honours) • Full-Time • Placement (mandatory) • 4 Years

Start dates

Application codes

Institution code:
B80

Bristol, UWE has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.

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Application codes

Institution code:
B80

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Entry requirements

Typical qualification requirements

A level

No specific subjects required. Points from General Studies and AS-Level subjects (not taken onto full A-Level) can be included towards the overall tariff. You must have a minimum of two A-Levels.

T Level

No specific subjects required.

UCAS Tariff
Offer: 120

Access to HE Diploma

No specific subjects required.

GCSE/National 4/National 5

Grade C/4 in English and Mathematics, or equivalent.

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme

No specific subjects required. We accept the IB Career-related Programme in conjunction with other Level 3 qualifications.

WJEC Level 3 Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales

We accept tariff points achieved from the Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales in conjunction with other Level 3 qualifications. This qualification cannot be used to satisfy any subject specific entry requirements.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DDM

OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma

No specific subjects required.

We recognise the individual nature of each application and our typical offer should be viewed as a guide. UWE Bristol welcomes interest from applicants who may not have the standard entry requirements. We will consider evidence of your relevant personal, professional or educational experience where it demonstrates an ability and potential to succeed on the course. Please include details of any relevant experience in your application. https://courses.uwe.ac.uk/G400/

Contextual admissions

Universities and colleges consider more than grades when assessing applications and may make offers based on a range of criteria. Learn more about contextual offers.

At UWE Bristol we are committed to ensuring all applicants can fulfil their potential.

We make contextual offers for this course that are lower than our standard entry criteria.

We use a range of information from your UCAS application to consider your background and experiences as an individual and the impact these may have had on you. You do not need to provide us with any additional information to be considered for a contextual offer.

Learn more on the Bristol, UWE website

Historical entry grades data

This section shows the range of grades that students who received offers were previously accepted on to this course with (learn more).

It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place.

Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

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Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.

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