BSc Computer Science with foundation (Regent College London)
University of Greater Manchester
About this course
BSc (Hons) Computer Science with foundation (Regent College London) is an undergraduate computer science degree focused on building practical competencies across technical computing domains. Core topics include Programming, Systems Design, Computer Architecture, Data Analysis, and Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning. The programme includes a foundational first year providing baseline preparation for degree-level study, and culminates in an independent Undergraduate Project during the final year. The first year covers initial mathematical and technical concepts through compulsory modules such as Fundamentals of Programming, Logical Analysis and Problem Solving, Computer Systems, and Foundation Project. Subsequent years advance this technical instruction via core subjects including Object Oriented Programming, Data Structures and Algorithms, Computer Systems Architecture, and Systems Analysis and Design. Students further build specialism through optional modules spanning areas such as Introduction to AI, Advanced Programming, Advanced Databases and Big Data, Web Design and Programming, Cloud Technologies, Applied Machine Learning, Software Quality Management, Emerging Technologies, Operations Management, Natural Language Processing, and Information Security Management.
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Entry requirements
48 UCAS points. We accept a full range of qualifications that carry UCAS points, including A-levels and BTECs. Please see our guide to the UCAS Tariff for examples of how to achieve these points. For most courses, we are also able to consider non-tariffable qualifications. Any subjects are acceptable at Level 3. Relevant science, technology, engineering or mathematics (STEM) and computing-related subjects are preferred. You should also have five GCSEs at grade C or above or grade 4 to 9 (or equivalent), including English and Mathematics. If you didn't study GCSEs or don't have the required grade in English or Mathematics, please contact us for details of other acceptable qualifications. Every application will be considered on its individual merits. You’ll be required to attend an interview and/or provide a portfolio of work. As part of your interview, you may be asked to undertake additional assessment(s) to determine your suitability for the course. If English isn’t your first language, you’ll also need IELTS 5.0 with no less than 4.5 in any band (or equivalent). We also accept a range of other English language qualifications – please visit our English Language Requirements web page for more details. Where we think you’ll benefit from English language tuition, we’ll support you to improve your English language skills as part of your foundation year. This will help you to succeed at degree level. Please visit www.rcl.ac.uk to find out more about our London Academic Centre and Regent College London.
What students say
Based on about 8 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 88%
- Learning opportunities: 82%
- Assessment and feedback: 95%
- Academic support: 100%
- Organisation and management: 96%
- Learning resources: 97%
- Student voice: 92%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 25 students who started, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 55%
- Gained a higher qualification: 25%
- Left higher education: 20%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 70 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North West: 92%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 1%
- East Midlands: 1%
- East of England: 1%
- London: 3%
- South West: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 55 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- A levels: 69%
- Access course: 3%
- A degree: 6%
- Other HE qualification: 9%
- No formal qualifications: 13%
Accreditation & quality ratings
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Gold for student experience, Bronze for student outcomes.
Modules
- Fundamentals of Programming
- Logical Analysis and Problem Solving
- Computer Systems
- Foundation Project
- Maths for Computing
- Computer Science Fundamentals
- Computing Infrastructure
- Databases
- Object Oriented Programming
- Data Structures and Algorithms
- Computer Systems Architecture
- Systems Analysis and Design
- Introduction to AI
- Advanced Programming
- Advanced Databases and Big Data
- Web Design and Programming
- Cloud Technologies
- Research and Professional Issues
- Undergraduate Project
- Applied Machine Learning
- Software Quality Management
- Emerging Technologies
- Operations Management
- Natural Language Processing
- Information Security Management
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Computer Science with foundation (Regent College London) at University of Greater Manchester earn?
The median salary is £23,500 after 3 years, £26,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £21,000 and £38,500. The £26,500 median after five years is £9,500 less than the UK median for Computer science.
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Computer Science with foundation (Regent College London) at University of Greater Manchester?
88% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Computer Science with foundation (Regent College London) at University of Greater Manchester?
The average entrant had 74 UCAS points.
How many students continue on BSc Computer Science with foundation (Regent College London) at University of Greater Manchester?
55% of students continued into their second year, and 20% left higher education.