Overview

You will study applied computer science with a strong emphasis on practical programming skills using cutting-edge software development tools in our industry-standard laboratories.

The best bits:

Spend the first year learning the fundamentals of computer science and finding out where your passions and talents lie
Benefit from the flexibility of having the option to transfer to another course in our Computing and Mathematics portfolio after your first year
Learn from our expert academic staff who are acknowledged as leading scientists in their field
Work on real projects
Placement year opportunity - previous placements have been at Microsoft, IBM, Intel and BT

You won’t have any written exams as all assessment is through coursework

Your future

Our Computer Science (Hons) degree from University of Derby is employment focused with industry-standard technologies that ensure you will have the skills and confidence when you graduate to secure the right role in this expanding and exciting industry. You could go on to roles such as:

Software Engineer
Project Manager
Technical Architect
Chief Technology Officer
Product Manager

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Computer and IT Systems
Networks and Security
Computer Systems, Data Structures, and Data Management
Programming
Game Technologies

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-22 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-29 00:00:00

More details

4 July: the last date to apply for a course in UCAS Extra.

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

79

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PTE Academic

59

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IELTS

6

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Credits

360 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Derby, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

79

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PTE Academic

59

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IELTS

6

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Other requirements

General requirements

UCAS points 112-120
A Level BBB-BBC
BTEC DMM

GCSE Maths and English Grade 4/Grade C (or above) or equivalent qualification

Access to HE Pass Access to HE Diploma with 60 credits: 45 at Level 3 with a minimum of Distinction: 15, Merit: 24, Pass: 6

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

16900 GBP / year

≈ 16900 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

9535 GBP / year

≈ 9535 GBP / year

Living costs

Derby

United Kingdom

540 - 852 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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