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Make sure you check on the university, college or conservatoire website for any updates about course changes as a result of COVID-19.

Course summary

**Please note that the information provided relates to the current academic year and is subject to change without notice by Sheffield Hallam University. Please check the Sheffield Hallam University website for the latest information.** Course summary:

  • Learn the skills you need to write the software of tomorrow.
  • Develop complex software and systems using analytical and mathematical approaches.
  • Understand the fundamental principles behind the software that powers our world.
  • Have the opportunity to work abroad — possibility of funding through the Erasmus+ programme (until 2023) or the Turing Scheme.
Computer science provides a deep understanding of practical applications of computation in areas ranging from programming language design to everyday software systems. This course is aimed at anyone who wants to become a programmer, understands and can build on the fundamental principles behind the software that underpins modern society. How you learn: All our courses are designed around a set of key principles based on engaging you with the world, collaborating with others, challenging you to think in new ways, and providing you with a supportive environment in which you can thrive. The combination of learning methods across the course allow you to develop a range of skills through problem-solving activities, practical implementations and teamwork, allowing you to take an active approach to learning and encouraging self-development. You learn through:
  • hands-on tutorials
  • workshops
  • discussions
  • self-study
There are opportunities to study abroad at one of our partner universities with the possibility of funding through the Erasmus+ programme (until 2023) or the Turing Scheme. Applied learning - Work placements You will have the opportunity to arrange a year-long work placement in between your second and third years. This gives you a real-world experience to prepare you for your future career. You are supported by placement tutors and a college placement team through the process of successfully getting a placement and then while on placement. Although a placement year is not mandatory, the department has a strong track record in finding placements. Live projects The course includes a professional project which challenges you to solve real world problems, possibly with an external client, while developing team and project management skills. Networking opportunities Employers and industry practitioners are an influential part of the design, content and teaching of the course. The employability focus of the course is supported by frequent involvement of employers and IT professionals.

Modules

Year 1 - Compulsory modules Databases And The Web Fundamentals Of Mathematics And Computer Architectures Programming For Computer Science Software Projects Year 2 - Compulsory modules Advanced Programming Algorithms And Data Structures Networked Software Development Professional Software Projects Elective modules Artificial Intelligence And Machine Learning 1 Handling Data In The Cloud Introduction To Compilers Year 3 - Optional modules: Placement Year Final year - Compulsory modules: Concurrent And Parallel Systems Project (Technical Computing) Software Architecture And Design Elective modules Artificial Intelligence And Machine Learning 2 Computer Graphics Effective C++ Programming Foreign Language Functional Programming Platform Development Robotics Secure Software Engineering

Assessment method

Coursework, Exams

Professional bodies

Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.

  • BCS - The Chartered Institute for IT

How to apply

This course has limited vacancies, and is no longer accepting applications from some students. See the list below for where you normally live, to check if you’re eligible to apply.

EU

Wales

England

International

Scotland

Northern Ireland

Republic of Ireland

26Jan

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:

  • Foundation

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

To find the clearing entry criteria for this course, please visit our online prospectus Please note the University will only admit students who are aged 18 or over at the point of enrolment.

Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course

https://www.shu.ac.uk/courses/computing/bsc-honours-computer-science/full-time/2022

Additional entry requirements

Other

We welcome applications from people of any age. We may be flexible in our normal offer if you can show a commitment to succeed and have the relevant skills and experience. This must show that you will benefit from and finish the course successfully. Please note that the information provided on this web page relates to 2022 courses and is subject to change without notice by Sheffield Hallam University.

English language requirements

TestGradeAdditional details
IELTS (Academic)6IELTS score of 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in all skills or equivalent.

If your English language skill is currently below IELTS 6.0 we recommend you consider a Sheffield Hallam University Pre-sessional English course which will enable you to achieve an equivalent English score.

https://www.shu.ac.uk/courses/computing/bsc-honours-computer-science/full-time/2022

https://www.shu.ac.uk/courses/computing/bsc-honours-computer-science/full-time/2022

Unistats information

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There is no data available for this course. For further information visit the Discover Uni website.

Fees and funding

Tuition fees

England £9250 Year 1
Northern Ireland £9250 Year 1
Scotland £9250 Year 1
Wales £9250 Year 1
Channel Islands £9250 Year 1
Republic of Ireland £9250 Year 1
EU £14415 Year 1
International £14415 Year 1

Additional fee information

Please check the Sheffield Hallam University website for the latest information costs and fees.

Sponsorship information

Scholarships, discounts and bursaries may be available to students who study this course.

Computer Science at Sheffield Hallam University - UCAS