BSc Computing
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Web Development and Security. Core topics include Programming and Ethics & Professional Practice. The programme was co-developed with employers and the British Computer Society. A supervised Major Project (Computing) is undertaken in the final year of study.
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Entry requirements
96 UCAS tariff points from 3 A Levels or equivalent, e.g. CCC. Alternatively; Irish Leaving Certificate: BBCCC. Scottish Highers: BBCCC. BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma: DMM in a related subject. International Baccalaureate Diploma: 24 points. All applicants are required to have at least 3 GCSEs at grade C, or grade 4, or above, including English and Maths. Candidates must demonstrate a certificated level of proficiency of at least IELTS 6.0 (Academic level) or equivalent English Language qualification. For Foundation entry, applicants require a minimum of 40 UCAS Tariff points. Candidates who meet the above entry criteria for either foundation and standard entry, but have been out of study for 5 years, will be required to pass an academic interview. We will also consider applications to level 3 entry from those who are not able to meet our normal course entry requirements but can demonstrate that they have achieved the required level of knowledge and skills and have the potential to benefit from the course, for example: through relevant work experience and professional development. Non-Standard Entry (Mature 21+): We require an academic Level 3 qualification (Ofqual recognised) OR a Level 2 qualification in the desired field of study accompanied with work experience within this field in the last 5 years. Candidates in this category would be required to pass an academic interview.
What students say
Based on about 8 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 67%
- Learning opportunities: 80%
- Assessment and feedback: 78%
- Academic support: 63%
- Organisation and management: 71%
- Learning resources: 83%
- Student voice: 53%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 15 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 75%
- Gained a higher qualification: 5%
- Left higher education: 15%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 5%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 235 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 1%
- North West: 79%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 6%
- East Midlands: 3%
- West Midlands: 1%
- East of England: 1%
- London: 1%
- South East: 4%
- South West: 3%
- Wales: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 25 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 90%
- Other HE qualification: 10%
- No formal qualifications: 5%
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): Silver overall, Bronze for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Computing Skills
- Research Skills
- Communication Skills
- Professional Development in Computing
- Academic & Professional Skills
- Computing Principles
- Computer Programming
- Database Design & Implementation
- Software Development
- Information Systems Security
- Networks & Communications
- Business Intelligence
- IT Project & Product Management.
- Sustainability, Ethics & Professional Practice
- Enterprise Systems
- Major Project (Computing)
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Computing at University of Lancashire earn?
The median salary is £24,500 after 3 years, £28,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £21,500 and £39,000. The £28,000 median after five years is £4,000 less than the UK median for Information technology.
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Computing at University of Lancashire?
67% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Computing at University of Lancashire?
The typical offer is 24 points in the IB. The average entrant had 130 UCAS points.
Is BSc Computing at University of Lancashire 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 Computing at University of Lancashire include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional placement year.
How many students continue on BSc Computing at University of Lancashire?
75% of students continued into their second year, and 15% left higher education.