Computing and Information Technology BSc (Hons)
Queen's University Belfast
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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

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Computing and Information Technology will be key to the development and growth of companies in the future. As technology advances, business will need individuals who are comfortable in client situations, making collaborative efforts to solve information technology problems across a wide range of business sectors. Our Computing and Information Technology degree aims to give students a sound knowledge across a broad range of information technology subjects. This degree is ideal for students who ...Read more

Computing and Information Technology will be key to the development and growth of companies in the future. As technology advances, business will need individuals who are comfortable in client situations, making collaborative efforts to solve information technology problems across a wide range of business sectors. Our Computing and Information Technology degree aims to give students a sound knowledge across a broad range of information technology subjects. This degree is ideal for students who are interested in all aspects of IT and embraces subject areas such as programming, web development, database design and human-computer interaction. Teamworking skills have an important role to play and software development on this degree has a web-based focus. Industry is embedded in our courses and this benefits our students on many levels - from industrial input to the content of our courses, through to year-long and summer placements, as well as activities such as competitions organised by companies. This four-year degree (three years plus a placement year) will involve development of the applied computing, interpersonal, communication and IT skills necessary to develop, select, deliver, manage and maintain cutting-edge IT infrastructures and advanced IT systems.

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WUSCA ranking:
WUSCA student ranking
These are the 2024 rankings, based on ratings given by past and current students.
5/101
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
22nd
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
25th
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 - 91 = 9% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
9%
Employment rate
Employment rate
The percentage of students in full-time work 6 months after finishing their course.
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
89%
Average salary
Average salary
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
Computer Science graduate salary at this uni
£22,000
UK Computer Science graduate salary
£22,000
What students say
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Jack
12 Nov 24

I like the warm and welcoming feeling around campus, my lecturers are also very friendly and helpful when it comes to practical labs and advice for assignments/exams. The CSB..Read more

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Sam
30 Nov 23

SU is very modern and in an excellent location...Read more

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Entry requirements

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A level

A level:

BBB - AAB Grades / Points required

Scottish Advanced Higher:

Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.

Access to HE Diploma:

Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:

32 - 33 Grades / Points required

Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017):

H3,H3,H3,H3,H4,H4 - H3,H3,H3,H3,H3,H3 Grades / Points required

Pearson BTEC Extended Diploma (QCF):

Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.

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

Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.

BBB to include Computing, Mathematics or Software Systems Development.ABB to include Chemistry, Digital Technology, ICT, Physics, Technology and Design or Double Award Applied ICT.AAB no relevant subject.GCSE Mathematics grade C/4.A-level General Studies and Critical Thinking are normally excluded from offers. However, the grade achieved may be taken into account when results are published in August and may be used in a tie-break situation.

Considered on an individual basis taking into account performance in Scottish Highers. Students with good results in their Scottish Highers will be considered if they are taking a relevant Advanced Higher subject.

Considered on an individual basis. Contact the Admissions and Access Service for further advice at: admissions@qub.ac.uk.

Successful completion of IB Diploma with 32 points overall including 6,5,5 at Higher Level to include Higher Level Mathematics.ORSuccessful completion of IB Diploma with 33 points overall including 6,5,5 at Higher Level to include Higher Level Chemistry or Physics.

H3H3H3H3H4H4/H3H3H3H3H3 (5 Highers) at Higher Level to include H3 Mathematics.ORH3H3H3H3H3H3/H2H3H3H3H3 (5 Highers) at Higher Level to include H3 Chemistry or Physics.

A relevant computing QCF Level 3 BTEC Extended Diploma (180 credits) with overall grades DDD. OR A relevant engineering or scientific QCF Level 3 BTEC Extended Diploma (180 credits), with overall grades D*DD.ORA non-relevant RQF Level 3 BTEC National Extended Diploma (1080 Guided Learning Hours (GLH)), D*D*D.GCSE Mathematics grade C/4.

A relevant computing RQF Level 3 BTEC National Extended Diploma (1080 Guided Learning Hours (GLH)) with overall grades DDD. OR A relevant engineering or scientific RQF Level 3 BTEC National Extended Diploma (1080 Guided Learning Hours (GLH)), with overall grades D*DD.ORA non-relevant RQF Level 3 BTEC National Extended Diploma (1080 Guided Learning Hours (GLH)), with overall grades D*D*D.GCSE Mathematics grade C/4.

Popular A-level subjects

Computer Science

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

Information & Communication technology
66%
Mathematics
46%
Physics
27%
Business Studies
19%
Biology
17%
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Tuition fees

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England

£9,250 per year

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Students from England

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This is the fee you pay if you live within England. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

£9,250 per year

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Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Scotland

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This is the fee you pay if you live within Scotland. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

£9,250 per year

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Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Wales

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This is the fee you pay if you live within Wales. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

£4,750 per year

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Students from Northern Ireland

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This is the fee you pay if you live within Northern Ireland. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

£9,250 per year

This information comes from UCAS, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Channel Islands

This is the fee you pay if you live within Channel Islands. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

This is the fee you pay if you live within Channel Islands. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

£25,300 per year

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Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from EU

This is the fee you pay if you live within the European Union. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

This is the fee you pay if you live within the European Union. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

£25,300 per year

This information comes from UCAS, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from International

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£25300 Per year

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Latest reviews

Latest Information Technology (General) reviews

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J
Jack
12 Nov 24
Computing and Information Technology BSc (Hons)
I like the warm and welcoming feeling around campus, my lecturers are also very friendly and helpful when it comes to practical labs and advice for assignments/exams. The CSB...
Read more
S
Sam
30 Nov 23
Computing and Information Technology BSc (Hons)
SU is very modern and in an excellent location....
Read more
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Queen's University Belfast
University Road Belfast Northern Ireland BT7 1NN United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Balmoral   0.2 miles away
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