Computer Science

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Undergraduate

BSc (Hons) Computer Science

Full-timeFull-time with placement

February 2027September 2027

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£17,250 – International

£10,050 – UK

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Our BSc (Hons) Computer Science degree is designed to meet the high demand for IT graduates with up-to-date knowledge and skills in computing.

Accredited with Full Incorporated Engineering status (IEng) by the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET), this degree will give you a qualification recognised by the industry once you graduate.

Influenced by the latest research and industry requirements, our Computer Science degree focuses on practical skills. We will give you the tools and knowledge to design and develop software for a variety of applications, from mobile systems to large-scale solutions for enterprises. You will also learn about the science behind computing and software development, and the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) across the digital sector.

This BSc (Hons) Computer Science degree is accredited by BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT.

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Study options

As well as the regular full-time three year option, this course can be studied with a placement (UK students only).

Why study this course?

Our Computer Science courses are ranked 3rd in London - National Student Survey 2026*

2nd London university for overall student satisfaction - National Student Survey 2026*

Top 20 in the UK for teaching quality - The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2027

Ranked top 50 in the UK and 2nd modern** London university - The Guardian University Guide 2027

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Study options:

We support flexible study by offering some of our courses part-time or via distance learning. To give you real world experience before you graduate, we also offer some courses with a placement or internship. All available options are listed here. Your choices may affect some details of your course, such as the duration and cost per year. Please re-check the details on this page if you change your selection.

Full-time

Duration: 3 years

Full-time with placement

Duration: 4 years

With Foundation Year

Start date:

February 2027

September 2027

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What you'll study

You will start your Computer Science degree with the fundamentals of computing and software development. During regular laboratory sessions, you will apply what you have learned through hands-on practice.

As you progress, we will introduce the core concepts for producing mobile and business applications. This will give you a good understanding of computer science in a professional context.

Throughout the course, you will also develop the professional skills that will be essential to your future career. A team project, based around finding effective solutions to an IT issue, will not only help you build your problem-solving IT experience, but also enhance your team-working and communication skills.

In the final stages of your course, you will examine advanced concepts such as AI and computer security, giving you a better understanding of the current challenges and opportunities in the IT industry.

For your final project, you will design a comprehensive and sophisticated software application. This is an excellent opportunity to apply your learning and showcase the skills you have acquired throughout your Computer Science degree.

Placement year (open to UK students only)

This Computer Science degree can be taken with an optional industrial placement year after the second year (Level 5). This will help to enhance your CV and give you experience in computing in a professional environment. You will also be able to use your placement experience to help choose your final year project when you return to your studies.*

* Please note that if you join the placement degree route but are unable to secure a placement opportunity for your placement year, then you will be automatically transferred to the non-placement degree route to ensure you are still successful in being awarded a degree.

Please note, we regularly review our course content to offer relevant, impactful and career-shaping learning. Therefore, the following modules are indicative and subject to change.

Compulsory modules

Programming

This module will introduce you to problem-solving skills and key programming principles in order to translate a problem description into a sequence of steps to be executed by a computer.

The module will cover basic programming concepts and fundamentals including:

an overview of programming paradigms and techniques

analysis of problems and design using pseudo-code and flowcharts

basic program elements and structure

development supported by version-controlled code repositories.

Computer Architecture

This module will help you to learn the basic concepts behind current computer hardware, software and supporting technologies. As you learn these principles, you will understand how computers work beyond the statements of their high-level language, and this will allow you to write more efficient code.

Mathematics for Computing

This module will introduce you to the main concepts and techniques of discrete structures and their applications in computer science. Main areas covered by the course include logic, set theory, relations and functions and combinatorics.

Data Communications

This module adopts a top-down approach to data communication networking, beginning at the application layer and working down towards the physical layer. After completing the five-layer network architecture, the module focuses on the wireless network and its security. The following aspects will be covered:

application layer

transport layer

network layer

data link layer

802.11 Wi-Fi protocol

principle of cryptography

Wireless security: WEP and WPA.

Information Systems and Databases

You will gain the knowledge and skills to design and implement a relational database. This module will cover information security and database management issues and an awareness of the central role of relational and other types of databases.

Algorithms and Data Types

This module will help you to gain the knowledge and competence to deal with basic data structures and algorithms. You will learn how to specify collections using abstract data types (ADTs) and to implement them using a variety of techniques such as linked lists and trees. You'll also use a range of algorithms, including searching and sorting.

Mobile Web App Development

This module will allow you to gain experience in developing mobile web applications and have an introduction to the tools, languages and design techniques required for building functional applications. During the module, you will gain exposure to a programming language that can support native mobile application development, and you will be introduced to the Model-View-Controller (MVC) software design pattern.

Artificial Intelligence

In this module, you will gain insights into key techniques within the field of artificial intelligence (AI). Aspects of AI you will cover include agents, environments and learning as well as techniques such as regression, classification, clustering, reinforcement learning, learning recommendation and decision support systems.

Theory of Computation

The aim of this module is to provide you with the knowledge and understanding of fundamental concepts of computational theory and computational complexity. You will learn how to examine whether a given problem can be solved computationally. The module aims to introduce computation science, modelling complex dynamic systems and diagramming models.

Programming Language Paradigms

This module aims to introduce different programming methodologies and paradigms and to familiarise you with software design and implementation, using Object-Oriented Programming, Functional Programming, and Logic Programming.

Advanced Algorithms

This module aims to introduce algorithms using pseudocode and to provide you with a basic of understanding of how to write and analyse algorithms, and computational complexities.

Computing Group Project

The overall aim of this module is to take a practitioner’s approach to the problems of developing software applications for a case study using agile methods and to provide you with the experience of working collaboratively as part of a project team. The module aims to raise an awareness of the appropriate methodology required for given contexts and to explore business process analysis, business rules, business cases and other techniques as a means of establishing system requirements.

You will study all the compulsory modules and will choose THREE of the optional modules

Applied Software Engineering

Software engineering is concerned with the construction of large software programs. This module will bring together the tools and techniques you covered in earlier modules that deal with software development, drawing on concepts from object-oriented and relational design. This module aims to introduce you to software engineering concepts such as software architecture and design and their importance in the implementation of software systems. Additionally, you will critically evaluate green and sustainable (individual, social, economic, environmental, technical) software systems.

You will investigate a topic of interest and prepare a project proposal. You will then present your ideas to the School for approval and, once this has been approved, you will begin a detailed literature review of your chosen field. You will choose and follow a suitable development methodology leading to an implementation which you will evaluate.

Optional modules

Machine Learning

Machine learning is an application of artificial intelligence that provides systems with the ability to automatically learn and improve from experience. This module familiarises you with some basic machine learning algorithms and techniques and their applications, as well as general questions related to analysing and handling large data sets. The emphasis will be on machine learning algorithms and applications, with some broad explanation of the underlying principles.

Cyber Security

You will be introduced to fundamental cyber security concepts including cryptography, authentication, authorisation and auditing, with an emphasis on their application.

Distributed Systems

You will cover the fundamental concepts and models, algorithmic and architectural techniques, developmental principles and approaches of modern distributed systems. You will enhance your critical analysis, problem-solving and technical skills in distributed systems software design and implementation.

Databases and Analytics

There has been an explosion in data, much of which is not fully structured, but contains valuable information such as search trends, consumer behaviour and other patterns. This module aims to cover some of the developments in the broad range of "Big Data" problems. It will give you a good understanding of data structures, software development procedures and the range of analytical tool used to undertake a wide range of standard and custom analyses to provide data solutions to these issues.

Human-Centred Computing

This module is about human and technical aspects of interactive computing systems and organisations. In the course of taking this module, you'll consider the interplay between human users, designers, developers and computers. Therefore, its basis is in psychology and human factors as well as in software engineering and interaction design.

Functional Programming

This module provides you with the chance to gain further experience with another programming paradigm. You will learn how to write programs using a functional programming language, Haskell. Functional programming is a programming paradigm that treats computation as the evaluation of mathematical functions and avoids changing-state and mutable data. For example, building an application with Functional Programming following the model Function as a Service (FAAS) is one way of achieving a "serverless" architecture and is used when building microservices applications of cloud computing.

IT Consultancy

This module will enable students to learn and actively and critically apply business strategy concepts to diagnose, manage, design and change challenges by organisations. Concepts of consulting will be also analysed to provide students with a strong understanding of strategic approaches for managing consulting projects and managing client relationships.

What our students say

2nd London university for student satisfaction - National Student Survey 26*

My experience studying Computer Science at UWL has been incredibly motivating. The combination of hands-on learning, supportive staff, and access to great resources has helped me develop real industry skills. It’s made me more ambitious about my future in tech and confident in my career path."

Rayene Bouanane, BSc (Hons) Computer Science

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Jose Miguel Finol Tosta, BSc (Hons) Computer Science

UWL was different because most if not all of the modules had something which was practical that allowed me to learn. My degree has led me to a career in cybersecurity.”

Entry requirements

Requirements:

International

112 UCAS points required

from level 3 qualifications

These can include:

A Levels at grade B, B and C, or above

BTEC Extended Diploma with Distinction, Merit, Merit

Access to HE Diploma

T Levels

You also need GCSE English and Maths (grade 9-4 / A*-C) or Level 2 equivalents.

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Whether you are changing career or don't have the exact subjects and grades required for this course, you might want to choose this course with a foundation year. This will give you an extra year's study to prepare you for the standard degree programme, where you can go on to graduate with a full Honours degree. Follow the link to see full details of the course with foundation year.

Mature applicants (aged 21+): If you do not hold the qualifications listed but have relevant work experience, you are welcome to apply. Your application will be considered on an individual basis.

Level 5 (year 2) entry

To directly enter the second year of this course, you will need to show appropriate knowledge and experience. For example, you are an ideal candidate if you have 120 undergraduate credits at Level 4 or a CertHE in a related subject area.

Level 6 (year 3) entry

To directly enter the third year of this course, you need to show appropriate knowledge and experience. For example, you are an ideal candidate if you have 240 undergraduate credits (at Levels 4 and 5), a DipHE, foundation degree or HND in a related subject area.

6.0 IELTS or above

You need to meet our English language requirement – a minimum of IELTS 5.5 for each of the four individual components (Reading, Writing, Speaking and Listening). Visit our English language requirements page for information on other English language tests we accept.

You also need academic qualifications at the same level as UK applicants. In some countries where teaching is in English, we may accept local qualifications. Check for local equivalents.

We offer pre-sessional English language courses if you do not meet these requirements.

Find out more about our English Language courses.

Fees & funding

Funding:

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Please note:

Fees for the 2027/28 academic year and onwards may be subject to Government regulation and change.

Tuition fees are charged for each year of your course. If your course runs over 2 academic years or more, you will need to pay the fee for each academic year at the start of that year, except if otherwise stated.

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Funding your studies

You may be eligible for a student loan to cover the cost of tuition fees or a maintenance loan. Additional funding is available to some types of students, such as those with dependents and disabled students.

We offer generous bursaries and scholarships to make sure your aspirations are your only limit.

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International students - funding your studies

We offer scholarships for international students including International Ambassador Scholarships.

Further information about funding and financial support for international students is available from the UK Council for International Student Affairs.

Financial support for international students

Computer Science facilities

Explore Computer Science facilities available to our students, from the Artificial Intelligence Lab, to the Robotics Lab, to our new Digital Futures Lab for gaming and VR.

SEGA Lab

The lab provides access to GPU-accelerated workstations that support AI development, simulation, data science, and cyber security experimentation. You will have the opportunity to work with systems that reflect current industry practice.

Computing labs

Our computing labs offer numerous computers, most of which are equipped with wide-screen monitors. The latest computer room offers 27-inch screens.

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Your future career

Popular careers and jobs for Computer Science degree graduates include interaction designer, software architect and software engineer.

You may also want to progress your studies to explore a related field or specialise on a postgraduate course.

Taught by lecturers with industry experience

Internship and placement opportunities

Support with CV and interview skills

One-to-one, life-long careers support

Career-focused modules

Alumni networking events

Professional accreditation

On campus, specialist careers fairs

Job roles

interaction designer

software architect

software engineer

software developer

systems analyst

web developer

UX designer

mobile app developer

IT project manager

information security analyst

AI engineer

video game developer.

Graduate employers

Avaro Group – Property Consultancy

BT Group

EY - Global

FunTech UK

Metropolitan Police

Sparta Global

Stratus Technologies

Tata Consultancy Services.

Dr Sama Aleshaiker Course Leader

I am a senior lecturer in Computer Science at the University of West London. My PhD research focused on applying a new methodology that could improve and facilitate collaboration and communication systems for medical and learning purposes.

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Dr Eman Alajrami

Professor Jose Abdelnour-Nocera

Dr Fateme Dinmohammadi

Dr Ali Gheitasy

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