This course is available in Clearing. If you have submitted an application, you can add this course. If you haven’t sent us an application yet, you can do this until 25th September 2024.
University of Derby has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
Course summary
Software is everywhere, running everything from our desktop computers and mobile phones to home appliances, games consoles, cars, planes and industrial machinery. On this course, you’ll be exposed to a wide range of current issues in Computing and Mathematics. KEY FEATURES OF THE COURSE
- WORKING WITH INDUSTRY: We’re renowned for our contacts with employers, and you’ll benefit from this by being set challenging projects and having the option to take a placement year.
- EXPERT STAFF: You’ll join a friendly community including our enthusiastic Computing Society and research-active lecturers. You’ll have the opportunity to get involved with research projects which our teaching team are working on.
- FACILITIES: Use cutting-edge software development tools in our industry-standard labs including Python, Visual Studio, Unreal Engine, Unity, Apache, PHP, MySQL, Azure Cloud Services and DirectX/OpenGL. You'll also have access to our XR (cross-reality) lab and Makerspace - a dedicated, student-led facility where you can turn your ideas into prototypes.
- FLEXIBILITY: After completing your first year, you’ll have the option to transfer to another degree in our Computing portfolio including BSc (Hons) Computer Games Programming and BSc (Hons) Artificial Intelligence and Data Science.
- NO EXAMS: We’ll assess you via other methods throughout your degree.
- You'll study applied computer science with a strong emphasis on practical programming skills. In the first year, you'll cover the fundamentals of computer science before studying a range of areas in your second and third years, including programming, network systems, software engineering, AI and operating systems. You'll also have the option to tailor your degree to your specific interests in your third year with a range of optional modules.
- Coursework
- Portfolios
- Assignments
- Case studies
- Oral and graphic presentations
- Collaborative and interdisciplinary teamwork projects
- Computer-based testing
- Software Engineer
- Project Manager
- Technical Architect
- Chief Technology Officer
- Network Specialist
- Network Administrator
- Network Technician
- Network Analyst
- Network Engineer
How to apply
31Jan
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- I102
- Institution code:
- D39
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 112 - 120 points
A level - BBB - BBC
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DMM
Access to HE Diploma - D: 15 credits M: 24 credits P: 6 credits
GCSE/National 4/National 5
T Level - M
English language requirements
IELTS overall score at a minimum of 6.0; with at least IELTS 5.5 in each band (Reading, Listening, Speaking, Writing) or another Secure English Language Test(SELT)at CEFR level B2 or above
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| EU | £14900 | Year 1 |
| England | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9250 | Year 1 |
| International | £14900 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Provider information
University of Derby
Kedleston Road
Derby
DE22 1GB