University of Central Lancashire
Computer Science BSc (Hons)
University of Central Lancashire

Key Course Facts

Student Reviews

Below you can see course specific reviews of 15 graduates of Computer Science BSc (Hons) and other courses in Computer Science at University of Central Lancashire for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Computer Science.

Overall student satisfaction
76 /100
15 total respondents

Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.

The NSS is commissioned by the Office for Students

Salary

Salary of Graduates in Computer Science

Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Computer Science at the university. Due to data collection methodology, salary data is mainly based on data related to undergraduate students.

  15 months after graduation 3 years after graduation 5 years after graduation
Median salary £23000 £21500 £24000
25-75 percentile range £19500 - £25000 £17000 - £27500 £19000 - £34500


Salary of all UK Graduates of Computer Science

  15 months after graduation 3 years after graduation 5 years after graduation
Median salary £29821 £25150 £29857
25-75 percentile range £24771 - £35770 £18886 - £32933 £21689 - £41100

Course Description

Course Overview

Computers have become an essential part of our daily lives. There has never been a better time to design and develop the systems and software that we use in everyday life. This Computer Science degree will prepare you for the many computer science jobs in the future.

Why study with us

  • After completing your second year you can undertake a one year industrial placement. Most of these are UK-based, but our students have worked as far afield as Europe, Australia, Japan and the USA.
  • You’ll benefit from our international research expertise in user experience, computer security, software engineering and agile project management.
  • There’s an emphasis on software development, including databases and user interface design, and optional modules covering everything from Artificial Intelligence (AI) to the Internet of Things.

What you’ll do

  • There’s an emphasis on practical work. You’ll develop technical skills including programming, data structure, developing databases and distributed systems.
  • You’ll apply your software development skills to the challenge of developing interactive games using 3D graphics while working with clients and other developers.
  • You’ll manage software projects, apply industry-standard software development techniques to modern applications, and learn to program effectively in C .

Accreditations

  • We are an Educational Member of the British Computer Society providing benefits to our students such a free BCS membership for the duration of their Computer Science course. This help connections with the tech industry through BCS mentors, enables access to bespoke events with industry experts, as well as interactive career tools include CV writer, interview simulator, personal assessments and e-learning.

Future careers

Qualifying as a Computer Scientist will open doors to a huge range of careers and enable you to make your mark as the digital revolution as it transforms every aspect of the world around us.

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

Jobs & Career Perspectives

15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.

Current jobs

Required skill level of job after 15 months

Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)

Example below based on all graduates of Computer Science BSc (Hons) at University of Central Lancashire

35% Customer service occupations
15% Business and public service associate professionals
10% Media Professionals
5% Media Professionals
5% Sales occupations
5% Elementary occupations
5% Artistic, literary and media occupations
5% Leisure, travel and related personal service occupations
0% Business, Research and Administrative Professionals
0% Administrative occupations

Entry Requirements / Admissions

UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for this course

English language requirements

test Grade Additional Details
IELTS (Academic) 6

with no component score less than 5.5 (To have been taken within two years of the course commencement date)

Get advice on which foundation courses are best for you to still study Computer Science, BSc (Hons), if you do not meet the minimum requirements in terms of UCAS score, A levels, or English language requirements.

Costs

Tuition Fees Computer Science BSc (Hons)

England UK £9250 year 1
Northern Ireland £9250 year 1
Scotland £9250 year 1
Wales £9250 year 1
Channel Islands £9250 year 1

Additional fee information

*subject only to annual increase in line with UK Retail Price Index inflation rate

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.

How to apply

Application deadline:

January 1, 2025

This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Possible Entry Points:

  • year 1 (Default entry point)
  • year 2
  • year 3

University Rankings

Positions of University of Central Lancashire in top UK and global rankings.

Rankings of University of Central Lancashire in related subject specific rankings.

Computer Science

    • #74 
    • #93 
    Computer Science
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]

See all 25 university rankings of University of Central Lancashire

About University of Central Lancashire

The University of Central Lancashire (UCLAN) is a government funded university located in the proud city of Preston, in Lancashire, England. The university’s main campus can be found right in the heart of the city, only a few minutes away from an assortment of shopping centres, entertainments and nightlife for those interested.

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Student composition of University of Central Lancashire

undergraduates:
16990
postgraduates:
4915
Total:
21905
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