BSc Computing Technologies
About this course
BSc (Hons) Computing Technologies is a four-year undergraduate degree centred on database systems, software development, and the application of technology within business environments. Core topics include Programming, Embedded Systems, Data Analysis, Statistics, Laboratory Techniques, Ethics & Professional Practice, and Design & Creative Practice. The programme includes a compulsory professional placement year, with an optional year abroad available to students. The first year covers fundamental areas through modules such as Introduction to Databases, Client Side Development, Introduction to Physical Computing, Business Information Systems, Problem Solving for Computing, Innovation and Society, and Computing Professional Life Skills. The second year progresses to advanced concepts with Database Interface Development, Application Development for IS, Networks and Security, Programming in Practice, Server Side Development, Software Product and Process Management, and Computing Placement Preparation. In the third year, students can undertake optional modules including International Academic Studies and Professional Practice - Computing. The final year comprises compulsory studies in Non Relational Database Development, Full-Stack Strategies and Development, and the Computing Project, alongside optional choices such as Strategic Information Systems Management, Social, Sustainable and Ethical Computing, and Business Process Analytics.
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Entry requirements
A level: BBC BCC if grade B in Further Mathematics, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Software Systems Development,Computing or Computer Science (not IT/ICT)
What students say
Based on about 13 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 79%
- Learning opportunities: 84%
- Assessment and feedback: 86%
- Academic support: 90%
- Organisation and management: 88%
- Learning resources: 91%
- Student voice: 75%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 40 students who started
- Continued on course: 75%
- Gained a higher qualification: 5%
- Left higher education: 5%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 15%
Who gets in
Based on about 40 students who started
- A levels: 85%
- Baccalaureate: 5%
- Access course: 5%
- Other HE qualification: 10%
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.
Modules
- Introduction to Databases
- Client Side Development
- Introduction to Physical Computing
- Business Information Systems
- Problem Solving for Computing
- Innovation and Society
- Computing Professional Life Skills
- Database Interface Development
- Application Development for IS
- Networks and Security
- Programming in Practice
- Server Side Development
- Software Product and Process Management
- Computing Placement Preparation
- International Academic Studies
- Professional Practice - Computing
- Non Relational Database Development
- Full-Stack Strategies and Development
- Computing Project
- Strategic Information Systems Management
- Social, Sustainable and Ethical Computing
- Business Process Analytics
Questions about this course
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Computing Technologies at Ulster University?
79% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Computing Technologies at Ulster University?
The typical offer is BBC at A level. The average entrant had 127 UCAS points.
Is BSc Computing Technologies at Ulster University 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 Technologies at Ulster University include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has a compulsory placement year and an optional year abroad.
How many students continue on BSc Computing Technologies at Ulster University?
75% of students continued into their second year, and 5% left higher education.