BSc Computer Science

University of Essex

United Kingdom, Colchester

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University of Essex

United Kingdom , Colchester

Key Facts

Program Level

Bachelor

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Course Code

G403

Campuses

Colchester

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesOctober-2026

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Duration 3 year(s)

Tuition Fee

GBP 25,050 / year(s)

Next Intake October-2026

BSc Computer Science

About

Our BSc Computer Science (including Foundation Year) could be suitable for you if your academic qualifications do not yet meet our entry requirements for a three-year version of our computer science, electronic engineering and mathematics courses and you want a programme that improves your skills to support your academic performance.

Open to UK and EU applicants, this four-year course includes a Foundation Year (known as Year Zero) which is delivered by our Essex Pathways Department followed by a further three years of study in our School of Computer Science and Electronic Engineering.

During Year Zero you will study on our Computer Science, Electronic Engineering and Mathematics Pathway which will cover topics such as statistical analysis and modelling, and computer programming. At the end of Year Zero all students who pass the Computer Science, Electronic Engineering and Mathematics Pathway will have a choice of which course to progress with. As well as BSc Computer Science, students on the Computer Science, Electronic Engineering and Mathematics Pathway could also study BSc Computer Games, BSc Mathematics or BEng Electronic Engineering.

From Year One of BSc Computer Science you will choose from a wide choice of optional modules and specialise in areas as diverse as assistive technologies, computer games, artificial intelligence, evolutionary computation, Big Data and robotics. If you have a good ability to think in a computational way, you'll be perfect for our course.

You also acquire key skills for computer science in the areas of:

algorithm analysis and basic computability
software engineering
java language principles and application programming interfaces

That's why we are ranked 6th in the UK for research power in computer science (Times Higher Education research power measure, Research Excellence Framework 2021).

Programming at Essex

Teaching someone to programme is about opening a door. In Year One, you will be introduced to programming using Python. We assess your ability to think in a programmatic way during the first week of term, and if you need additional support we offer classes to boost your programming skills and confidence.

Disciplines

Computer Science and Electronic Engineering (School of)

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Previous university/college study is required in addition to local high school qualifications for our Undergraduate Bachelor degree courses.

We accept a number of international qualifications, including the International Baccalaureate with the majority of our courses requiring a grade 30 or above or the SATR with the majority of our courses requiring a minimum of 1100 out of 1600 with 550 in each test.

English Program Requirements

English language requirements for applicants whose first language is not English: IELTS 5.5 overall with a minimum of 5.5 in each component, or specified score in another equivalent test that we accept. Details of English language requirements, including component scores, and the tests we accept for applicants who require a Student visa (excluding Nationals of Majority English Speaking Countries) can be found here If we accept the English component of an international qualification it will be included in the academic levels listed above for the relevant countries. English language shelf-life If you require a Student visa to study in the UK please see our immigration webpages for the latest Home Office guidance on English language qualifications. Pre-sessional English courses If you do not meet our IELTS requirements then you may be able to complete a pre-sessional English pathway that enables you to start your course without retaking IELTS. Pending English language qualifications You don’t need to achieve the required level before making your application, but it will be one of the conditions of your offer. If you cannot find the qualification that you have achieved or are pending, then please email [email protected]. Additional Notes If you’re an international student, but do not meet the English language or academic requirements for direct admission to this degree, you could prepare and gain entry through a pathway course. Find out more about opportunities available to you at the University of Essex International College