Overview

Computing technologies pervade every aspect of the day-to-day lives from the gadgets in people's homes, and workplaces, to people's mobile phones. The industry needs dynamic, enthusiastic graduates with interests across the broader computing technologies spectrum.

The Computing Technologies (Hons) programme offered at Ulster University addresses the principles of modern computing technology, its role in helping to solve real-world problems and the critical issues affecting management.

You will be equipped with skills that will enable you to develop, maintain, evaluate and manage computing systems in a range of organisations, typically in the context of IT departments.

You will explore areas such as Programming, Database Design and Development, Professional Skill, Web Development, Business Information Systems and Computer Systems and Networks.

Career opportunities:

As a graduate with advanced skill in computing technology, you will have many career opportunities available to you in a wide range of commercial and industrial organisations in roles such as database administrator, technical support, software developer and IT project manager.

Business Analyst

Data Administrator

Security Analyst

Software Developer

Technical Support

Web Developer

Technical Analyst

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Database Interface Development

Application Development for IS

Networks and Security

Programming in Practice

Server Side Development

Software Product and Process Management

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-30 00:00:00

Language

English

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80

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4

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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

Belfast, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Computer Sciences Web Technologies & Cloud Computing View 932 other Bachelors in Computer Sciences in United Kingdom

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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

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110

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80

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4

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59

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IELTS

6

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Other requirements

General requirements

A Level: Grades BBC

RQF Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma/OCR Cambridge Technical Level 3 Extended Diploma: award profile DMM

Irish Leaving Certificate: 112 UCAS tariff points to include a minimum of five subjects (four of which must be at Higher Level) to include English and Maths at H6 if studied at Higher level or O4 if studied at Ordinary Level.

Scottish Advanced Highers: Grades CCD

Scottish Highers: Grades BBCCC

International Baccalaureate: Overall profile of 25 points to include 12 at Higher Level to include grade 4 in HL Mathematics. Grade 4 in English Language also required in overall profile.

GCSE

For full-time study, you must satisfy the General Entrance Requirements for admission to a first degree course and hold a GCSE pass at Grade C/4 or above in English Language and Mathematics (or equivalent).

Level 2 Certificate in Essential Skills - Communication will be accepted as equivalent to GCSE English.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

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Non-residents

17490 GBP / year

≈ 17490 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

4985 GBP / year

≈ 4985 GBP / year

Additional Details

England, Wales, Scotland and the Islands students fee - £9,790 per year

Living costs

Belfast

United Kingdom

561 - 887 GBP / month

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

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Living costs

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