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Undergraduate

Course summary

Do you want to be part of the digital revolution that's shaping our world? Our BSc Computer Science programme is your gateway to an exciting and fulfilling future.

Course outline

Accredited* by the British Computer Society (BCS) to achieve a Chartered IT Professional (CITP) qualification, this course prepares you for a successful career in a diverse and in-demand sector.

This programme is meticulously designed to teach you the fundamentals of computer science that can be applied to the latest trends, to keep you ahead of the curve. From mastering code to exploring the world of AI, you'll be equipped with the knowledge and skills that top tech employers look out for.

We know theory alone won't cut it in the real world, so this course prioritises practical experience through real-world projects, placements, and industry collaborations to help you build a strong portfolio before you graduate.

Key benefits

  • Professionally accredited* – Accredited by BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT.

  • Power up your future – Develop the skills employers around the globe look for. Gain an edge in a fast-changing world and thrive in your career with Aston Power Skills.

  • Gold standard teaching – Aston University was awarded Gold – the highest possible rating for the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF, 2023)

  • Earn more – Our graduates are among the highest paid in the country, earning on average £31,400 one year after graduating (Computing; Longitudinal Education Outcomes, 2024)

  • Excellent prospects - Ranked 8th in the UK for ‘graduate prospects – on track’ (Computer Science; Complete University Guide, 2025)

  • Highly ranked - Ranked 12th overall in the UK for Computer Science and Information Systems (Guardian, 2025)

Where can this degree take me?

The transferable skills that our computer science programmes provide mean that our graduates are successful in finding employment in a wide range of roles such as:

  • Software engineer

  • Cloud engineer

  • DevOps engineer

  • Security analyst

  • Technical consultant

  • Web developer

  • Business analyst

  • Graduate data engineer

Our graduates have gone on to work at companies such as Microsoft, IBM UK Ltd, Barclays Bank, BAE Systems, Amazon, Deloitte, Vodafone, and Sony.

Professional accreditation
*This programme is accredited by BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT. As part of the standard process, it is currently undergoing re-accreditation, with confirmation expected before September 2025.

Modules

For a full list of modules and course objectives, visit the course page on Aston University's website: https://www.aston.ac.uk/study/courses/computer-science-bsc

Assessment method

For more information on how this course is assessed, visit the course page on Aston University's website: https://www.aston.ac.uk/study/courses/computer-science-bsc

How to apply

Apply by
14 January

This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application codes

Course code:
G400
Institution code:
A80
Campus name:
Main Site
Campus Code:
-

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

This course may be available at alternative locations, please check if other course options are available.

Course options

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

UCAS Tariff - Not accepted

A level - BBB - CCC

Any subject: BBB: Standard offer. BBC: If the student is also presenting either Core Maths or Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) grade B. BCC: Contextual offer (more details https://www2.aston.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/contextual-offer). Including a listed STEM (c) subject: BBC: including one of the listed STEM (c) subjects - Standard offer. BCC: including one of the listed STEM (c) subjects and if the student is also presenting either Core Maths or Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) grade B. CCC: including one of the listed STEM (c) subjects - Contextual offer (more details https://www2.aston.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/contextual-offer). STEM (c) subjects: Maths, Further Maths, Statistics, Physics, Engineering Science, Computer Science, Electronics.

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

Any subject: DDM. For BTEC combinations please view Aston's website.

Access to HE Diploma - D: 21 credits M: 24 credits P: 0 credits

Any subject: 21 Distinction credits and 24 Merit credits at Level 3 in any subject. OR 15 Distinction credits and 30 Merit credits at Level 3, including at least 15 credits of STEM (c) subject units. STEM (c) subjects: Maths, Further Maths, Statistics, Physics, Engineering Science, Computer Science, Electronics.

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 31 points

Any subject: 31 overall with 5, 5, 5 at Higher Level subjects. OR 29 overall with 5, 5, 4 at Higher Level subjects, including a STEM (c) subject. STEM (c) subjects: Maths, Further Maths, Statistics, Physics, Engineering Science, Computer Science, Electronics.

GCSE/National 4/National 5

GCSE grade C/4 in Mathematics and English Language or Literature.

T Level - D

The following T levels are accepted qualifications for this course: - Building Services Engineering for Construction - Design, Surveying and Planning for Construction - Onsite Construction - Digital Business Services - Digital Production, Design and Development - Digital Support Services - Education and Childcare - Health - Healthcare Science - Science - Management and Administration - Design and Development for Engineering and Manufacturing - Engineering, Manufacturing, Processing and Control - Maintenance, Installation and Repair for Engineering and Manufacturing - Accounting - Legal Services - Finance - Agriculture, Land Management and Production - Animal Care and Management - Catering - Craft and Design - Media, Broadcast and Production - Hairdressing, Barbering and Beauty Therapy

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.

Aston Ready is our contextual offer scheme that could reduce your undergraduate offer by one or two grades. Assessed at the point of application, there are no additional forms to fill in. Details of eligibility criteria can be found on our website.

Learn more on the Aston University, Birmingham website

Historical entry grades data BETA

This section shows the range of grades students (with UK A-Levels or Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diplomas) who received offers were previously accepted 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.

Data from:
This course
Date range:
2022-2024

Offer rate for UK school & college leavers

80% Students aged 17/18 who applied to this course were offered a place.

How do you compare?

See how students with your grades have been accepted onto this course in the past.

Student Outcomes

Operated by the Office for Students

75 Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)

95 Go onto work and study

The number of student respondents and response rates can be important in interpreting the data – it is important to note your experience may be different from theirs. This data will be based on the subject area rather than the specific course. Read more about this data on the Discover Uni website.

Fees and funding

Tuition fees

LocationFeeYear
England£9790Year 1
Northern Ireland£9790Year 1
Scotland£9790Year 1
Wales£9790Year 1
International£22575Year 1

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.

Additional fee information

*On 20 October 2025, the Government announced that tuition fees in England for Home students will be increased annually in line with inflation, starting in 2026. The Government have since confirmed that it intends to determine the inflation-linked increase using the Retail Price Index, although this is subject to parliamentary approval. According to the Department for Education’s Policy Paper published on 26 November, the annual tuition fee for the Programme commencing in the academic year 2026/7 is expected to be £9,790, subject to parliamentary approval. If you are holding an offer at Aston, when the annual tuition fee for your Programme for the 2026/27 academic year has been confirmed, we will write to update you. We will also provide as much information as we can about the inflation-linked increase in tuition fees for future academic years. The duration of your programme is set out at the top of this webpage and you will be responsible for the payment of an annual tuition fee in each of these years. The University reserves the right to increase tuition fees annually in accordance with its Terms and Conditions (https://www.aston.ac.uk/sites/default/files/2025-11/aston_university_undergraduate_terms_of_enrolment_20262027.pdf) and subject at all times to the maximum tuition fee caps set by Government from time to time. This means that your total tuition fee may be higher than stated above. An increase in fees will allow the University to cover the increased costs of delivering the course and ensure it is able to maintain high standards of education and facilities.
**For international fee payers, the University reserves the right to increase tuition fees annually in accordance with its Terms and Conditions (https://www.aston.ac.uk/sites/default/files/2025-11/aston_university_undergraduate_terms_of_enrolment_20262027.pdf) and subject at all times to the maximum tuition fee caps set by Government from time to time. Please visit our website for more detailed information.

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