Computing BSc
University of South Wales
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Bachelor of Science - BSc

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Pontypridd

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SEP-25

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3 Years

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Bachelor of Science - BSc

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Pontypridd

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This course covers the whole field of professional computing. It has a strong practical element and many areas where you can specialise and gain expertise.We developed this degree with input from employers, students and professional bodies. This means that what you learn is relevant to what you’ll do when you graduate, and your skills will meet the standards that employers expect.Computers are fundamental to many industries, so you can apply your skills in many fields. Companies of all sizes ...Read more

This course covers the whole field of professional computing. It has a strong practical element and many areas where you can specialise and gain expertise.

We developed this degree with input from employers, students and professional bodies. This means that what you learn is relevant to what you’ll do when you graduate, and your skills will meet the standards that employers expect.

Computers are fundamental to many industries, so you can apply your skills in many fields. Companies of all sizes need project managers, software engineers, software developers, information managers, website developers, technical support, and more. This course offers a thorough grounding in the necessary skills to open up a flexible career in computing. You will be able to work in a broad variety of businesses sectors and in a number of different roles.

Careers

This course will prepare you for a dynamic career in business or IT. You will have knowledge of both the technical and commercial aspects of modern business, so a host of professional opportunities will be available to you on graduation. You will be very well placed to take on roles in IT, business management or consultancy, in the public or private sectors.

Our Careers and Employability Service

As a USW student, you will have access to advice from the Careers and Employability Service throughout your studies and after you graduate.

This includes: one-to-one appointments from faculty based Career Advisers, in person, over the phone or even on Skype and through email via the "Ask a Question" service. We also have extensive online resources for help with considering your career options and presenting yourself well to employers. Resources include psychometric tests, career assessments, a CV builder, interview simulator and application help. Our employer database has over 2,000 registered employers targeting USW students, you can receive weekly email alerts for jobs.

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WUSCA ranking:
WUSCA student ranking
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56/101
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
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82nd
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
95th
What students say
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Isheanesu
04 Mar 25

Banging students union up in Cardiff, I love the international students community it’s very responsive and..Read more

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Katrina
21 Feb 25

Student support is amazing as well as support from lectures. Student union need improving, awful communication from there and difficult get society sorted or even..Read more

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Entry requirements

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A level

A level:

CDD - BCC Grades / Points required

UCAS Tariff:

80 - 112 Grades / Points required

Access to HE Diploma:

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

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

MMP - DMM Grades / Points required

Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015):

D - B Grades / Points required

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

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

Pass the Access to HE Diploma and obtain a minimum of 112 UCAS tariff points

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Tuition fees

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England

£9,000 per year

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Students from England

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£9,000 per year

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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.

£9,000 per year

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Students from Wales

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£9,000 per year

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Students from Northern Ireland

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£9,000 per year

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Students from EU

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£12,600 per year

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Students from International

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£12600 Per year

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University of South Wales
University of South Wales , Pontypridd

With more than 23,000 students and 2,700 staff, the University of South Wales (USW) is one of the largest universities in Wales, and...

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University of South Wales
University of South Wales Pontypridd Rhondda, Cynon, Taff CF37 1DL United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Treforest  0.2 miles away
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