BSc Computer Science
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Computer Science. Core topics include Programming, Systems Design, Circuit Design, Computer Architecture, Embedded Systems, Data Analysis, and Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning. The degree is accredited by the British Computer Society and includes an honours stage project in the final year. An optional placement year is available with companies including BT, BAE Systems, Microsoft and IBM.
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Entry requirements
Most importantly, you need ambition. Together with our support and opportunities, you can go further than you ever thought possible. Our typical offer for this course is 96–112 UCAS points . Our contextual offer is 96 points. But there’s no ceiling on ambition. At least 80 points must come from A levels, BTEC, or other equivalent qualifications. Remember, we look at your whole application – not just grades. Achievements, work experience, extracurricular activities: they all count here. We also consider qualifications and experience from the UK and worldwide that may not exactly match those listed. Not sure if you’ll meet the entry requirements? Talk to our Admissions team today . We’ll look at your circumstances, give you personalised guidance and help you understand your options, one of which could be a Foundation Year . Applicants should also have GCSE Maths at Grade 4 or C or above. Alternative qualifications IB Diploma: 28 points Pass Access to HE Diploma overall with a minimum of 96-112 UCAS tariff points
What students say
Based on about 22 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 85%
- Learning opportunities: 82%
- Assessment and feedback: 80%
- Academic support: 94%
- Organisation and management: 86%
- Learning resources: 88%
- Student voice: 83%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 100 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- Continued on course: 68%
- Gained a higher qualification: 8%
- Left higher education: 14%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 10%
What graduates do next
Based on about 13 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 75%
- Working and studying: 15%
- Further study: 10%
- Unemployed: 5%
Most common jobs
- Information Technology Professionals: 40%
- Teaching Professionals: 15%
- Elementary occupations: 5%
- Business, Research and Administrative Professionals: 5%
- Media Professionals: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 80%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 65%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 55%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 180 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 2%
- North West: 8%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 55%
- East Midlands: 7%
- West Midlands: 1%
- East of England: 6%
- London: 8%
- South East: 7%
- South West: 3%
- Wales: 2%
- Scotland: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 60 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- A levels: 80%
- A degree: 2%
- Other HE qualification: 11%
- Other qualifications: 7%
Accreditation & quality ratings
TEF 2023 (whole university): Gold overall, Gold for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Preparing for Learning in Higher Education
- Group Challenge (Sciences)
- Foundation Mathematics 1
- Introduction to Computing.
- Foundation Mathematics 2
- Foundation in Data Analysis
- Programming Portfolio
- Algorithms and Data Structures
- Computational Thinking
- Databases and the Cloud
- Professional Development
- Design, Develop, Deploy
- Artificial Intelligence
- Advanced Programming
- eXtended Reality Development
- Data Analysis and Visualisation
- Graphics Programming
- Electronics and Microcontrollers
- Connected Devices and IoT
- Databases and Networks
- User Interfaces and Experience
- Foundations of Cyber Security and Secure Development
- Honours Stage Project
- Communicating and Teaching Computing
- Generative and Collaborative AI
- Secure Digital Infrastructure
- Machine Learning
- Embedded System Applications
- Simulation and Artificial Intelligence for Games Programming
- Games Architecture
- Natural Language Processing
- Computer Vision
- Parallel and Concurrent Programming
- Digital Disruption and Innovation
- Safety Critical Systems
- Distributed Systems Programming
- Study Abroad
- Commercial Development Practice
- Cutting Edge Concepts
- Trustworthy Computing
- Dependable Reactive Real-Time Systems
- Component Based Software Engineering Practice
- Real-time Graphics
- C++ Programming and Design
- Simulation and Concurrency
- Autonomous Robots
- Edge AI
- Cyber Defence and Threat Intelligence
- Responsible, Safe and Explainable AI
- Year Out in Industry or Commerce
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Computer Science at University of Hull earn?
The median salary is £31,500 after 15 months, £28,000 after 3 years, £35,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £26,500 and £45,000. The £35,500 median after five years is £500 less than the UK median for Computer science.
What do graduates of BSc Computer Science at University of Hull do next?
95% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Computer Science at University of Hull?
85% 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 at University of Hull?
The typical offer is 28 points in the IB. The average entrant had 123 UCAS points.
Does BSc Computer Science at University of Hull include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has a compulsory year abroad.
How many students continue on BSc Computer Science at University of Hull?
68% of students continued into their second year, and 14% left higher education.