Overview

This Computer Science (Hons) degree offered at the University of Birmingham Dubai is a full-time, 3-year course featuring lectures, labs, and tutorials. Academic support is available throughout your degree. The course structure includes hands-on learning and comprehensive academic guidance.

Key Facts:

Computer science touches every aspect of our lives, from the phone in your hand to the planes in the sky. You’ll develop foundational knowledge and then specialise in areas of interest so you’re ready for a global tech role.

Start off with topics from AI and algorithms to full-stack app development. You’ll learn about all types of computational systems, programming languages, software engineering and cyber security. Combine analytical knowledge and technical skills as you research and develop software solutions to real-world problems.

You'll study at our new, technology-enhanced ‘smart’ campus and benefit from a truly global experience. You’ll be taught jointly by Dubai and UK-based academics, and have the chance to work alongside students at our Birmingham campus. You'll benefit from our links to the industry, kickstarting an exciting career awaits with roles from software engineer and developer to robotics engineering and analyst.

Graduate with the same University of Birmingham degree as UK-based students

Accredited degree (UAE Ministry of Education and British Computer Society)

Research-led teaching so you learn about the latest developments

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Data Structure & Algorithms

Object Oriented Programming

Theories of Computation

Computer Systems and Professional Practice

Databases and Web Programming

Functional Programming

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-29 00:00:00

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Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

80

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PTE Academic

67

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IELTS

6

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Credits

360 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Disciplines

Computer Sciences View 56 other Bachelors in Computer Sciences in United Arab Emirates

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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

80

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PTE Academic

67

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IELTS

6

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General requirements

A Level

A*AA - ABB A Level Mathematics grade A. If you are taking any reformed A levels, which include Biology, Chemistry and Physics taught from 2015, you must pass the practical element. General Studies or Critical Thinking not accepted.

IB

6,6,6 - 6,5,5 at Higher Level to include 6 in Mathematics with a minimum of 32 points overall.

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

156718 AED / year

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Citizens or residents

156718 AED / year

≈ 156718 AED / year

Living costs

Dubai

United Arab Emirates

5300 - 9200 AED / month

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

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