At Nottingham, we teach computer science from the ground up, ensuring you cover everything you need to know about the core foundations of the field. From day one, you’ll get involved in practical problem-solving experiences, getting to grips with how computers work. You’ll spend your third year abroad – maybe in Canada, Hong Kong, Ireland, Mexico, New Zealand or Singapore. Discover what it's like to study abroad and how it can open new doors for adventures, connections and opportunities. Then, in your final year, you’ll step up to master’s-level modules. You can conduct a substantial research project, where you can make a real contribution to the field and dive deeper into a topic that excites you. This is your chance to specialise, innovate and graduate with advanced skills that set you apart. You’ll explore topics like programming languages, user interfaces, security, computer ethics and artificial intelligence. Our course offers a wide range of specialist modules that are informed by and linked to our cutting-edge research – including mixed reality, cyber physical systems, assistive robots and the Internet of Things. As you progress on the course, you’ll be able to specialise and tailor your degree to your interests and career ambitions. Engaging in research means contributing to the future of computer science and pushing the boundaries of knowledge. You’ll have the chance to work on innovative projects that can have real-world applications, guided by our world-leading experts. You might recognise some of them from the popular Computerphile YouTube channel. And, as a BCS accredited degree, you can be assured of a top-quality education that is globally recognised. You’ll gain substantial hands-on experience through projects, including a group project in your second year, where you’ll bid for work with industry sponsors or our innovative research groups. This project gives you the chance to tackle genuine challenges and build valuable connections. Hear about the project from our students. Our school is expanding and we have highly enthusiastic, skilled and helpful staff who are dedicated to supporting you throughout your studies. You’ll also have plenty of industry and networking opportunities. Our graduates have gone on to work for top companies like IBM, Amazon, J.P. Morgan and Capital One. Within our school, you’ll also have the flexibility to transfer to a related programme any time before the middle of your second year – such as our Computer Science with Artificial Intelligence including International Year MSci. **Course highlights:** * Our software engineering group project gives you practical experience of working with an industry sponsor or university research team. https://www.nottingham.ac.uk/studywithus/ugstudy/articles/explore-more-articles/science/Boost-your-computer-science-degree.html * Learn from world-leading experts in our growing school. Highlights include our Mixed Reality Lab, Cobot Maker Space, and Cyber Security and Robotics groups. * Opportunity to study abroad at our campuses in China or Malaysia or at a partner institution in countries such as Australia or Canada. **Proven results:** * We’re ranked in the top 20 in the UK for Computer Science (Complete University Guide 2026). * 90.2% of School of Computer Science graduates were in sustained employment, further study or both five years after graduation (LEO data from 2022/23 tax year, published in 2025).
A Level: {'start': ['A*', 'A', 'A'], 'end': ['A*', 'A*', 'B']} | AAA / A*AB including computer science at grade A | Scottish Higher: AA | Access to HE Diploma: 42 UCAS points | Access to HE Diploma: 3 UCAS points | Access to HE Diploma | Pass Access to HE Diploma with 45 graded credits at Level 3 | Scottish Advanced Higher: AA | Plus Higher grades AAABB including Mathematics | Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016): D*D* | This qualification is only accepted when combined with A Level grade A | International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme: 36 UCAS points | or 766 in 3 HL certificates or 34 points including 6 in HL Computer Science or 666 in 3 HL certificates including HL Computer Science 5 in Mathematics at Higher or Standard Level, if no GCSE 5 (B) in Mathematics. | WJEC Level 3 Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales | This qualification is only acceptable when combined with 2 x A Levels | Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016): D*DD | Case by case | Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017): H1H2H2H2H2H2 | Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016): D* | This qualification is only accepted when combined with A Level grades AA
6.5 (no less than 6.0 in any element) As well as IELTS (listed above), we also accept other English language qualifications. This includes TOEFL iBT, Pearson PTE, GCSE, IB and O level English. Check our English language policies and equivalencies for further details. https://www.nottingham.ac.uk/studywithus/international-applicants/english-language/english-language-requirements.aspx For presessional English or one-year foundation courses, you must take IELTS for UKVI to meet visa regulations. If you need support to meet the required level, you may be able to attend a Presessional English for Academic Purposes (PEAP) course. Our Centre for English Language Education is accredited by the British Council for the teaching of English in the UK. https://www.nottingham.ac.uk/cele/pre-sessional/index.aspx If you successfully complete your presessional course to the required level, you can then progress to your degree course. This means that you won't need to retake IELTS or equivalent.
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