Computing & IT and Mathematics (Q67-CITM) BSc (Hons)
The Open University

Key Course Facts
Course Description
This degree combines computing & IT and mathematics (pure or applied). You’ll divide your time equally between the computing & IT modules and the mathematics modules. Computing & IT studied together with mathematics can open up careers in a wide range of sectors. You’ll gain a good grounding in mathematical methods. This will complement the skills and knowledge you develop in computing & IT. And you’ll pick a computing and IT focus to fit your needs and interests.
Key features of the course
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50:50 split between computing & IT and mathematics.
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Choose from four options within the computing & IT strand.
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews for 133 graduates of Computing & IT and Mathematics (Q67-CITM) BSc (Hons) at The Open University for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Computer Systems Engineering.
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Salary
Salary of all UK Graduates of Computer Systems Engineering
15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
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Median salary | £26727 | £23262 | £26850 |
25-75 percentile range | £22152 - £32280 | £16596 - £30791 | £18693 - £36567 |
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Grading & Study Time
Assessment Methods
Study Time Distribution
Entry Requirements / Admissions
Requirements for international students / English requirements
IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)
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Costs
Average student cost of living in the UK
Rent | £518 |
Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) | £50 |
Supermarket shopping | £81 |
Clothing | £35 |
Eating out | £33 |
Alcohol | £27 |
Takeaways / food deliveries | £30 |
Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) | £24 |
Holidays and weekend trips | £78 |
Transport within city | £17 |
Self-care / sports | £20 |
Stationary / books | £13 |
Mobile phone / internet | £13 |
Cable TV / streaming | £7 |
Insurance | £51 |
Other | £95 |
Average student cost of living | £1092 |
London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.
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About The Open University
The Open University was established in 1969 in Milton Keynes, and is the largest university in the UK for undergraduate education. The OU is among the most prestigious distance-learning institutions in the United Kingdom, enjoying numerous awards and accreditations, including Triple Crown status for their Business School.
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