Computer Science BSc (Hons)
Nottingham Trent University
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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

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Clifton Campus

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Full Time

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Start date

SEP-25

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Duration

3 Years

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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

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3 Years

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Programming is a fundamental part of being a computer scientist and at NTU we’re committed to developing graduates who have the right programming skills for industry.How do we do it? By giving you learning experiences that include opportunities to get hands-on with software projects for local companies. Developing your confidence and your appeal to industry.You’ll build the technical knowledge needed to analyse problems associated with the development of large-scale computing systems, acquiring ...Read more

Programming is a fundamental part of being a computer scientist and at NTU we’re committed to developing graduates who have the right programming skills for industry.How do we do it? By giving you learning experiences that include opportunities to get hands-on with software projects for local companies. Developing your confidence and your appeal to industry.You’ll build the technical knowledge needed to analyse problems associated with the development of large-scale computing systems, acquiring software engineering skills to deliver solutions that drive real-world industry.This course provides a thorough education in computing for industry, meaning you graduate with advanced skills in the development of software and an ability to design and manage complex and intelligent systems.


Why study Computer Science at NTU?

- This course is accredited by the BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT to Chartered Engineer (CEng) and IT Professional (CITP) status.- You will undertake a year-long paid work placement. Previous students have worked with prestigious companies such IBM.- Our Computer Society will enable you to share ideas with other like-minded and ambitious students in the UK.- You will share material in common with BSc (Hons) Software Engineering, BSc (Hons) Computer Science (Artificial Intelligence) and BSc (Hons) Computer Science (Games Technology) in your first year. This will enable you to review your studies and choose the pathway that you enjoy best.

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WUSCA ranking:
WUSCA student ranking
These are the 2024 rankings, based on ratings given by past and current students.
16/101
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
49th
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
45th
Computer Science
Drop-out rate
Drop-out rate
The percentage of students who didn't finish the course.
Calculated by 100% - (% of students continuing course + % of students completed course)
100 - 75 = 25% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
25%
Employment rate
Employment rate
The percentage of students in full-time work 6 months after finishing their course.
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
95%
Average salary
Average salary
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
Computer Science graduate salary at this uni
£21,000
UK Computer Science graduate salary
£23,000
What students say
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venkatesh
08 May 24

My course has 5 modules all of which provide key skills in the IT field. These include software engineering, systems analysis and design, service oriented and cloud architecture..Read more

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Martin
22 Apr 24

NTU is a reputable institution, with several awards to its name. It is conducive environment for international students with special support for prospective and incumbent..Read more

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A level:

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UCAS Tariff:

112 - 120 Grades / Points required

Access to HE Diploma:

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Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):

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Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016):

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Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):

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T Level:

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112 - 120 UCAS Tariff points from up to four qualifications (two of which must be A-level equivalent including IT, Maths or Science subject)

112 - 120 UCAS Tariff points from up to four qualifications (two of which must be A-level equivalent including an IT, Maths or Science subject)

Pass your Access course with 60 credits overall with a minimum of 45 credits at level 3 including relevant IT, Maths or Science modules

112 - 120 UCAS Tariff points from your BTEC Level 3 National Diploma and up to two other qualifications including A-Level IT, Maths or a Science subject or equivalent

112 - 120 UCAS Tariff points from your BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate and up to three other qualifications (one of which must be A-Level equivalent including IT, Maths or a Science subject or equivalent).

DDM from a BTEC Extended Diploma including relevant IT, Maths or Science modules

We will consider T Levels for entry to this course, either as stand-alone qualifications or in conjunction with other Level 3 qualifications, in accordance with the specified course tariff points.

Popular A-level subjects

Computer Science

Top 5 A-levels taken by students who study this subject at uni.

Mathematics
43%
Information & Communication technology
28%
Computing
26%
Physics
21%
Business Studies
14%
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venkatesh
08 May 24
MSc Computer Science
My course has 5 modules all of which provide key skills in the IT field. These include software engineering, systems analysis and design, service oriented and cloud architecture...
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Martin
22 Apr 24
MSc Computer Science
NTU is a reputable institution, with several awards to its name. It is conducive environment for international students with special support for prospective and incumbent...
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Nottingham Trent University
Nottingham Trent University , Nottingham

Nottingham Trent University (NTU) is one of the most popular universities in the UK, with a worldwide reputation for excellence....

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Nottingham Trent University
Nottingham Trent University Clifton Lane Nottingham NG11 8NS United Kingdom
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