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BSc Computer Science (Including Placement Year)

The University of Essex
Full-timeSubject: Geography and Earth Sciences
Course Score
A /76
Graduate Salary
£30,000
Satisfaction
91%
Degree Completion
85%
Professional Jobs
N/A
Meaningful Work
N/A

About this course

Gain a practical understanding of computer science, with options for a placement or year abroad. The BSc (Hons) Computer Science is a three-year degree, extendable to four with an optional year in placement or abroad. You’ll build a strong foundation in core computer science theory and explore its cutting-edge real-world applications, preparing you to create the technologies of tomorrow. The BSc (Hons) Computer Science gives you the theory and practical knowledge to understand – and create – computing technologies that make a real impact on the world. You’ll study a broad curriculum shaped by industry partners, gaining the most up-to-date understanding of computer science. Discover which areas you’re interested in exploring further, then specialise in assistive technologies, computer games, artificial intelligence, evolutionary computation, Big Data or robotics.

Student Satisfaction

National Student Survey - 15 respondents (87% response rate)

85%
Teaching Quality
89%
Assessment & Feedback
80%
Academic Support
69%
Organisation
87%
Learning Resources
77%
Student Voice

Tuition FeesIndicative

Estimated annual tuition at The University of Essex - consult the official course page for the exact figure.

£9,535
Per academic year (UK Home)
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Government Student Loan

Eligible UK students do not pay upfront. Covered by SFE tuition fee loans.

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Entry Qualifications

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80%
otherHE
10%
access
5%
other
5%

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