About

Course overview

As a student on the Computer Science BSc, you will develop an in-depth understanding of computer science, from foundations to cutting-edge applications, through world-class teaching that focuses on real-world problem-based learning, with opportunities for specialism through optional modules underpinned by the department’s leading research.

The programme is delivered following the UCL Faculty of Engineering Sciences Integrated Engineering Programme (IEP) principles. This is a teaching framework that will engage you in a range of practical and specialist interdisciplinary activities that are designed to create well-rounded graduates with a strong grasp of the fundamentals of their discipline, significant teamwork experience, and a broad understanding of how engineering principles are applied to develop complex systems.

This programme provides the essential material employers expect from a top-quality computer science graduate and will prepare you for employment in a wide variety of industries.

What this course will give you

UCL is ranked 9th globally in the latest QS World University Rankings (2024), giving you an exciting opportunity to study at one of the world’s best universities. UCL was also named The Times and Sunday Times University of the Year 2024.

UCL was ranked first in England and second in the UK for research power in Computer Science and Informatics in the UK's most recent Research Excellence Framework (REF2021).

The opportunity to engage in a real-world project alongside an industry partner via the Department's Industry Exchange Network (IXN) offers invaluable hands-on experience, which is especially beneficial when applying for jobs.

UCL Computer Science is recognised as a world leader in teaching and research, and our undergraduate degree programmes are designed and taught by world-class researchers, ensuring our material is cutting-edge. The Computer Science BSc is part of an award-winning faculty-wide integrated engineering framework that allows you to broaden your horizons through interactions with other disciplines.

Our graduates are highly valued as a result of the Department's strong international reputation, strong links with industry, and ideal location close to the City of London.

The Computer Science BSc at UCL delivers world-class, industry-relevant teaching with a strong focus on solving real-world problems through problem-based learning. The programme provides the essential material employers expect from a top-quality computer science graduate and prepares you for employment in a wide variety of industries.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

A levels IB Diploma Other qualifications

Grades: A*A*A
Subjects: A* in either Mathematics or Further Mathematics required.
GCSEs: English Language and Mathematics at grade C or 4.

Contextual offer information

Grades: A*AB more about contextual offers
Subjects: A* Mathematics required.
GCSEs: English Language and Mathematics at grade C or 4.

Points: 40
Subjects: A total of 20 points in three higher level subjects including grade 7 in Mathematics. The programme will accept either 'Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches' or 'Mathematics: Applications and Interpretation' at higher level. 'Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches' is preferred.

Contextual offer

Points: 38 more about contextual offers
Subjects: A total of 18 points in three higher level subjects including grade 7 in Mathematics, with no higher level score below 5. The programme will accept either 'Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches' or 'Mathematics: Applications and Interpretation' at higher level.

UK applicants qualifications

For entry requirements with other UK qualifications accepted by UCL, choose your qualification from the list below:

Equivalent qualification

Not acceptable for entrance to this programme.

D2,D2,D3 in three Cambridge Pre-U Principal Subjects, to include either Mathematics or Further Mathematics at D2

A1,A1,A at Advanced Highers (or A1,A1 at Advanced Higher and A,A,A at Higher), to include Mathematics at Advanced Higher A1.

Not acceptable for entrance to this programme.

Successful completion of the WBQ Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate plus 2 GCE A levels at grades A*A*A, to include either Mathematics or Further Mathematics at A*.

International applications

Country-specific information, including details of when UCL representatives are visiting your part of the world, can be obtained from the International Students website.

English Requirements

IELTSMin 6.5
TOEFLMin 92

English Program Requirements

The English language level for this programme is: Level 1

Information about the evidence required, acceptable qualifications and test providers can be found on our English language requirements page.

A variety of English language programmes are offered at the UCL Centre for Languages & International Education.

Career

The foundation of your career

Graduates have previously secured careers with global IT consultancies, as IT analysts with City of London banks and as IT specialists with manufacturing industries. As well as these pathways, this programme will provide you with an excellent foundation for a broad spectrum of different careers. You may also choose to pursue further academic study, such as a postgraduate degree or doctoral research.

Employability

The programme is designed to produce graduates with a thorough knowledge of computer science, with strong professional skills, good experience of problem-solving in an interdisciplinary context, and an understanding of research and how it is carried out. The strong practical and analytical skills developed through the programme will leave students well-placed to meet the growing global demand for graduates in this fast-moving industry.

Fee Information

Tuition Fee

61,663 / year