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

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Start date

27-SEP-25

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

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Start date

27-SEP-25

Duration

3 Years

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**Computer Science**Computer science is an exciting and evolving subject that affects every area of our lives. A deep understanding of computing puts you in a great position to influence the future as well as paving the way to excellent employment opportunities and well-paid careers.Youll be offered plenty of support, including peer mentoring, web forums and study skills services to give you the best start to your career.**Accreditation**This degree has been accredited by BCS, The Chartered ...Read more


Computer Science

Computer science is an exciting and evolving subject that affects every area of our lives. A deep understanding of computing puts you in a great position to influence the future as well as paving the way to excellent employment opportunities and well-paid careers.You'll be offered plenty of support, including peer mentoring, web forums and study skills services to give you the best start to your career.


Accreditation

This degree has been accredited by BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT on behalf of the Engineering Council. Accreditation is a mark of assurance that the degree meets the standards set by the Engineering Council in the UK Standard for Professional Engineering Competence (UK- PEC).An accredited degree gives you the knowledge, understanding and skills for eventual registration as an Incorporated (IEng) or Chartered Engineer (CEng). Some employers prefer graduates from accredited degrees, and your degree is also more likely to be recognised in other countries if you're looking to work abroad.


Your Future

Our graduates have gone on to work in:- software engineering- mobile applications development- systems analysis- networking- finance and insurance- education- healthcare.Recent graduates have gone on to develop successful careers at leading companies such as:- BAE Systems- Cisco- IBM- The Walt Disney Company- Citigroup- BT


Location

Our city, your time.It has never been a better time to study in Canterbury. Our high student population creates a vibrant, diverse and student-friendly atmosphere.We are a hub of exciting new ideas emerging from a stunning historic city - join us and get involved!

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WUSCA ranking:
WUSCA student ranking
These are the 2024 rankings, based on ratings given by past and current students.
82/101
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
40th
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
52nd
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 - 90 = 10% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
10%
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
£24,000
UK Computer Science graduate salary
£26,000
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Modules

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Entry requirements

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A level

A level:

BCC - BBB Grades / Points required

Scottish Higher:

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UCAS Tariff:

104 - 120 Grades / Points required

Access to HE Diploma:

D:24,M:21,P:0 Grades / Points required

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:

30 - 26 Grades / Points required

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

DDM - DMM Grades / Points required

T Level:

M Grades / Points required

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Scottish Highers qualifications are considered on an individual basis

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30 points in the IB Diploma, or 120 UCAS tariff points

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Popular A-level subjects

Computer Science

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

Mathematics
39%
Computing
24%
Information & Communication technology
18%
Physics
16%
Media Studies
13%
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University of Kent
University of Kent , Canterbury

Established in 1965, the University of Kent has a proud track record of excellence in teaching and research and is ambitious to...

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University of Kent
Recruitment and Admissions Office, The Registry, Darwin Road Canterbury Kent CT2 7NZ United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Canterbury West  0.6 miles away

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