BSc Computer Science
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Computer Science. Core topics include Programming, Systems Design, Computer Architecture, Signal Processing, Data Analysis, Project Management, Critical & Analytical Thinking, Entrepreneurship, Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, and Global & Comparative Perspective. The course features an optional industrial placement year, designated as the Diploma in Professional Studies, which takes place between the second and third years of study.
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Entry requirements
The standard entry requirements for this course are as follows: Grades BCC or above at A-level Merit Merit Merit (MMM) at BTEC Extended Diploma (preferred subjects include Computer Science and ICT, or Design and Technology) Access to Higher Education Diploma with 104 UCAS tariff points (preferred subjects include Computer Science and ICT, or Design and Technology) Equivalent International qualifications, such as International Baccalaureate Diploma Grades CC or above at A-level Merit Pass Pass (MPP) at BTEC Extended Diploma (preferred subjects include Computer Science and ICT, or Design and Technology) Access to Higher Education Diploma with 64 UCAS tariff points (preferred subjects include Computer Science and ICT, or Design and Technology) Equivalent EU/International qualifications, such as International Baccalaureate Diploma You should also have three GCSE passes at grade 4 or above (grade A*-C). If you do not have a Science or Mathematics-based A-level, you should have at least Grade B/Grade 6 at GCSE Mathematics.
What students say
Based on about 12 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 91%
- Learning opportunities: 94%
- Assessment and feedback: 94%
- Academic support: 91%
- Organisation and management: 72%
- Learning resources: 92%
- Student voice: 90%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 25 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 80%
- Left higher education: 20%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 25 graduates, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 10%
- East Midlands: 10%
- London: 70%
- South East: 10%
- South West: 5%
Who gets in
Based on about 35 students who started
- A levels: 75%
- Baccalaureate: 5%
- Access course: 10%
- Other HE qualification: 10%
Accreditation & quality ratings
TEF 2023 (whole university): Bronze overall, Bronze for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Year 0 (common with BSc Data Science and AI)
- Methods 00: Programming and Computational Thinking
- Critical 00: Optimistic Futures for Computing
- Critical Project 00: The Human Computer Relationship
- Methods 01: Form and Structure
- Critical 01: Real World Patterns in Computing
- Critical Project 01: Building Human Computer Relationships
- Methods 1: Introducing Computer and Data Science:
- Critical 1: Introducing Human Computer Interaction:
- Critical Project 1: Web Programming and Internet Futures:
- Methods 2: Digital Systems
- Critical 2: Security, Trust, Ethics, Risk and Networks
- Critical Project 2: Data-driven Full Stack Development
- Methods 3: Algorithms and Complexity
- Critical 3: Organisations and Computing Entrepreneurship
- Critical Project 3: Interactive Graphics and Sound
- Methods 4: Critical Interfaces for HCI
- Critical 4: Global Perspectives in Computer Science
- Critical Project 4: Software Engineering
- Critical 5: AI and Intelligent Systems
- Critical Project 5: Cybersecurity Lab
- Methods 5: Evaluating User Experience in Digital Technologies
- Methods 6: Professionalism, Aesthetics and Ethics
- Critical Project 6: Final Project
- Diploma in Professional Studies (optional year)
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Computer Science at University of the Arts London earn?
The median salary is £26,500 after 3 years, £29,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £24,500 and £34,500. The £29,500 median after five years is £6,500 less than the UK median for Computer science.
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Computer Science at University of the Arts London?
91% 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 the Arts London?
The average entrant had 108 UCAS points.
Does BSc Computer Science at University of the Arts London include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional placement year.
How many students continue on BSc Computer Science at University of the Arts London?
80% of students continued into their second year, and 20% left higher education.