Computer Science (with an industrial placement year) BSc (Hons)

Computer Science at Sussex gives you a comprehensive professional education in computing. You can also apply for a year working in industry.

You’ll study in our Future Technologies Labs, which include a student-focused hub, teaching labs with suites of high-spec computers, and project workspaces.

Our BSc covers the fundamental concepts of computing, and the scientific and engineering principles for their application. It centres around the analysis, usage and creation of software systems fit for purpose in a highly connected and data-driven world.

You’ll graduate with the knowledge and skills to take your computing career into a wide range of industries.

Accreditation

• Accredited by BCS, the Chartered Institute for IT for the purposes of fully meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered IT Professional. Find out more

32 points overall from the full IB Diploma.

We do not expect applicants to have previous programming experience. We encourage applications from anyone who enjoys the challenges of problem-solving and relishes the potential of new technology.

IELTS (Academic)

6.0 overall, including at least 5.5 in each component

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Find out more about IELTS

IELTS scores are valid for two years from the test date. You cannot combine scores from more than one sitting of the test. Your score must be valid when you begin your Sussex course.

We accept IELTS One Skills Retake.

We do not accept IELTS Online.

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