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Computing Science at Coventry University - UCAS

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2025 - 20262026 - 2027
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Coventry University has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.

Open days

12Nov
CU Coventry - Open Event
Undergraduate
19Nov
Coventry University London - Undergraduate Open Event
Undergraduate
22Nov
CU Scarborough - Open Event
Undergraduate

Course summary

You can choose to study this course in London or Scarborough. The rise in digital technology has increased the demand for highly skilled professionals with a thorough understanding of key computing technologies, combined with the practical skills to solve software issues.

  • This course will provide you with the opportunity to explore computing science from both an academic and a practical perspective.You will draw upon and develop a detailed knowledge of subject-related theory, technology, development methods and a range of professional and intellectual skills.
  • The degree is designed to introduce you to work in this exciting and constantly changing field. Throughout the course, we teach the academic, professional and personal skills required to develop within this evolving industry.
  • With a computer science degree, you can explore a range of specialisms depending on your career goals. Industries looking for talented programmers include AI, computer security, machine learning, healthcare, and financial services
Why you should study this course We offer a style of education which is flexible and designed to fit around your life, allowing you to benefit from a modern, forward-thinking higher education institution, reinforced by the quality and reputation of Coventry University.
  • We aim to provide career-focused courses, coupled with placement opportunities to help prepare you for the world of work.
  • We are dedicated to making higher education accessible and enjoyable to everyone.
  • We cover one module at a time, allowing you to become a specialist in each topic before moving on to the next.
If you choose to leave the degree course after successfully passing Year 1, you will be eligible for a Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Computing Science. If you choose to leave the degree course after successfully passing Year 2, you will be eligible for a Higher National Diploma (HND) in Computing Science. For the most up-to-date information about course modules or sandwich years, please visit our website. https://www.coventry.ac.uk/cul/course-structure/hnc-hnd-degree/computing-science/?term=2026-27

Modules

Year 1: Networking Operating Systems Information Security Problem Solving and Programming Year 2: Computer Hardware Human Computer Interaction and Web Development Algorithms and Data Structures Communications Final year: Big Data Internet of Things Contemporary Issues in Computing Project We regularly review our course content, to make it relevant and current for the benefit of our students. For these reasons, course modules may be updated. Before accepting any offers, please check the website for the most up to date course content. *For further information please check the course page on the Coventry University website

How to apply

14Jan

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

Please select a course option – you will then see the application code you need to use to apply for the course.

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

We’re here to help you achieve your study goals. If your qualifications or expected levels of grades differ from those outlined above, chat with our admissions team and between us we will explore the possibilities open to you. We accept a range of qualifications and our study experience is designed to give you options and support from the start. Contact us via our website to find out more.

Student Outcomes

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60%
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
80%
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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

England £9535* Year 1
Northern Ireland £9535* Year 1
Scotland £9535* Year 1
Wales £9535* Year 1
Channel Islands £9535* Year 1
Republic of Ireland £9535* Year 1

*This is a provisional fee and subject to change.

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

Additional costs/fee information 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 . Studying this course with a sandwich year incurs an additional £1,500 fee (£1,800 for international students) to cover your academic support throughout your placement year. For full international fees and the most up to date information about tuition fees, please check the relevant course page of the Coventry University website.
Computing Science at Coventry University - UCAS