BSc Computer Science
About this course
A BSc (Hons) in Computer Science. Core topics include programming, computer architecture, data analysis, and artificial intelligence and machine learning. An optional sandwich placement year is available, with dedicated preparation modules in both the first and second years. Students complete a group software project in the second stage and an independent computing project in the final year.
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Entry requirements
GCSE: GCSE English and Mathematics at grade C/4 or above are required. A level: 104 points from a minimum of 2 A levels. International Baccalaureate: 26-30 overall 18 Unit BTEC National Diploma/QCF Extended Diploma: DMM-DDM – science related subjects: IT, Humanities, Engineering, Software Development, IT Practitioners, Business, Computing, Science (GCSE English C/4 and mathematics grade B/5. If you have a grade C/4 in mathematics please contact admissions team). 18 Unit BTEC National Diploma/QCF Extended Diploma: DMM – in science-related subjects: IT, Humanities, Engineering, Software Development, IT Practitioners, Business, Computing, Science. All Access courses: Pass Access to Higher Education Diploma in a relevant subject (e.g. Computer Science, Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Technology) with at least 33 Level 3 credits at Merit and/or Distinction. T level: Merit overall in Digital: Digital Production, Design and Development or Digital Support Services.
What students say
Based on about 17 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 85%
- Learning opportunities: 77%
- Assessment and feedback: 79%
- Academic support: 95%
- Organisation and management: 84%
- Learning resources: 91%
- Student voice: 75%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 60 students who started
- Continued on course: 74%
- Gained a higher qualification: 14%
- Left higher education: 9%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 3%
What graduates do next
Based on about 11 graduates who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 55%
- Working and studying: 10%
- Further study: 10%
- Unemployed: 15%
Most common jobs
- Information Technology Professionals: 50%
- Science, engineering and technology associate professionals: 30%
- Skilled trades occupations: 10%
- Teaching Professionals: 10%
- Find their work meaningful: 90%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 75%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 90%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 230 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North West: 2%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 1%
- West Midlands: 1%
- East of England: 3%
- London: 9%
- South East: 15%
- South West: 66%
- Wales: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 50 students who started
- A levels: 70%
- Baccalaureate: 5%
- Other HE qualification: 25%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Accredited by BCS, the Chartered Institute for IT for the purposes of fully meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered IT Professional.
TEF 2023 (whole university): Gold overall, Gold for student experience, Gold for student outcomes.
Modules
- Computing Related Placement (Generic)
- Stage 1 Computing Placement Preparation
- Software Engineering 1
- Computer Systems
- Cyber Security & Networks
- Algorithms, Data Structures and Mathematics
- Computing Practice
- Stage 2 Computing Placement Preparation
- Software Engineering 2
- Information Management & Retrieval
- Artificial Intelligence
- Computing Group Project
- Software Development Tools and Practices
- Security Architectures & Cryptography
- Mechanics and Systems
- Computing Project
- Parallel Computing
- Machine Learning
- Advanced Computing and Networking Infrastructures
- Full-Stack Development
- HCI, Usability and Visualization
- Big Data Analytics
- Security Operations & Incident Management
- Ethical Hacking
- Digital Forensics & Malware Analysis
- Games Graphics Pipelines
- Immersive Game Technologies
- Computing Product Development, Management & Delivery
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Computer Science at University of Plymouth earn?
The median salary is £29,000 after 15 months, £28,000 after 3 years, £38,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £27,500 and £52,000. The £38,000 median after five years is £2,000 more than the UK median for Computer science.
What do graduates of BSc Computer Science at University of Plymouth do next?
80% 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 Plymouth?
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 Plymouth?
The average entrant had 121 UCAS points.
Is BSc Computer Science at University of Plymouth accredited?
Yes. Accredited by BCS, the Chartered Institute for IT for the purposes of fully meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered IT Professional.
Does BSc Computer Science at University of Plymouth include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional placement year and an optional year abroad.
How many students continue on BSc Computer Science at University of Plymouth?
74% of students continued into their second year, and 9% left higher education.